Tooth Whitening at Home

What is the Take-Home whitening option? It's a system which uses a mild solution retained in a custom-fitted tray that is worn over your teeth to lighten discolorations of enamel and dentin

How does it work? This at home whitening process consists of placing the whitening gel in a thin bleaching tray that fits over your teeth.  As the active ingredient in the gel, carbamide peroxide, is broken down, oxygen enters the enamel and dentin and bleaches the colored substances.  The structure of the tooth is not changed; only the tooth color is made lighter.

How long does it take? Results are usually seen after the first night.  Maximum results generally occur when the process is continued for 10 to 14 nights.

Are there any side effects? Some people experience temporary increased tooth sensitivity to cold during the treatment.  These symptoms disappear within 1-3 days after interruption or completion of the treatment.

How long do the results last? The teeth will always be lighter than they were.  However, some patients may need periodic rewhitening for one or two days, once or twice a year, especially if they continue to use staining substances like caffeine or tobacco products.

Ask us about a Free Consult! Dr. Hargrove will be glad to meet with you for a free consult, during which he will evaluate your case, and educate you on the options that are available to give you a beautiful smile.