Many of our patients are concerned with the darkening of their teeth over time. As we age, teeth can become yellow, brown, or grey because of the foods we eat and drink. Whitening with custom bleaching trays allows for brightening of teeth in a safe manner.
How does it work?
We recommend using your custom bleaching trays after you brush and floss at night. A little bit of bleach goes a long way so place a tiny dot of bleach inside the trays and place them in your mouth for 30 minutes. Using too much bleach can cause tooth sensitivity and gum irritation.
After removing the trays from your mouth, brush your teeth again to get the residual gel off of your teeth. Smile in the mirror at your newly whitened teeth!
Am I eligible for whitening?
After an evaluation by our doctors, where they will review x-rays and check your mouth for cavities, broken teeth, and gum disease,
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