Teeth Whitening – Fort Worth, TX
Remove Stubborn Stains with Professional Solutions
Tooth stains can appear for many different reasons. Whether your teeth are changing color due to natural aging, the foods you eat, or because of other habits at home, they can certainly be frustrating to look at no matter the cause. At Studio Dental of Chisholm Trail, Dr. Patel offers multiple professional-grade teeth whitening options for you to choose from! Whitening in our practice or whitening at home has never been easier – just give us a call to schedule an appointment and we’ll help you choose a service that best suits your needs.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening?
Tooth stains can be either intrinsic or extrinsic in nature. Extrinsic stains are generally more common and develop over time when consuming certain foods or beverages that can leave a mark on teeth easily. Intrinsic stains develop inside the deeper layers of enamel and usually appear as a result of consuming too much fluoride or certain antibiotics at a young age. They are also more difficult to remove through brushing alone.
If you have stains on teeth that do not seem to go away after brushing and flossing and you do not have any existing tooth decay or gum disease, you are likely a candidate for professional teeth whitening. If you want to achieve a whiter and brighter smile and feel more confident in professional and social settings, teeth whitening is also worth considering.
How Does Teeth Whitening Work?
There are two types of teeth whitening to choose from at Studio Dental of Chisholm Trail. This includes take-home and in-practice whitening. We use Opalescence Boost for in-practice whitening and Opalescence Go as a take-home option. Both can be fully personalized to your needs, something that cannot be said for store-bought solutions.
Take-Home Teeth Whitening
Because of the higher percentage of bleaching ingredients used in professional take-home whitening kits, they should not be confused with store-bought options that may try to make similar claims about effectiveness. Not only can you take advantage of high-quality bleaching on your own terms, but you can do it anywhere you’d like!
In-Practice Teeth Whitening
If getting your whitening done in a single day is more your preference, in-practice whitening can be completed in just over an hour. This whitening solution is perfect for those who need to achieve a whiter smile as quickly as possible, such as for a big upcoming event like a wedding or job interview. The ingredients used are proven to be safe and effective, so feel free to ask us any questions if you have them.
Tips for Maintaining Your Brighter Smile
Once you have completed your whitening treatment, you’ll need to take steps to ensure your smile remains in its newly brightened condition. For example, we recommend that you:
- Come in for touch-ups as needed (or additional whitening gel for take-home treatment)
- Reduce your consumption of foods and beverages that stain teeth (especially right after you receive your whitening)
- Maintain regular brushing and flossing at home
- Visit us for a dental checkup every six months