Teeth Whitening. BriteSmile. Zoom!

Teeth whitening (or bleaching) is a simple, non-invasive dental treatment used to change the color of natural tooth enamel and is an ideal way to enhance the beauty of your smile. Because having whiter teeth has now become the number one aesthetic concern of most patients, there are a number of ways to whiten teeth. The most popular method is using a home teeth whitening system that will whiten teeth dramatically.

Since teeth whitening only works on natural teeth enamel, it is important to evaluate replacement of any old fillings, crowns, etc. Replacement of any dental restorations will be done after bleaching so they will match the newly bleached teeth. Teeth whitening is not permanent. A touch-up maybe needed every several years, and more often if you smoke, drink coffee, tea, or wine.

• Flurosis (excessive fluoridation during tooth development)
• Normal wear of outer tooth layer
• Stained teeth due to medications (tetracycline, etc.)
• Yellow, brown stained teeth

To get your smile back to looking its best, you should choose a whitening method that Achieves the longest-lasting results Gives you the most naturally brilliant and uniform look Is clinically proven to be safe and effective Here's how BriteSmile Works:

• BriteSmile whitening gel is carefully applied to your teeth.
  
• The gel is then activated by BriteSmile's patented gentle blue light for 20 minutes while you relax and watch TV or listen to music.
  
• This process is repeated twice more before you go home with a naturally brilliant new smile (and your personal "Before & After" photos
  

The Zoom! In-Office Whitening System can make your teeth dramatically whiter in a little over an hour. The procedure is simple. It begins with a short preparation to cover your lips and gums, leaving only your teeth exposed. The Zoom! clinician then applies the proprietary Zoom! Whitening Gel, which is activated by a specially designed light. Teeth typically become an average of eight shades lighter, sometimes more. A five-minute fluoride treatment completes the procedure. You'll be amazed with the results. The Zoom! light and gel work together to gently penetrate your teeth, breaking up stains and discoloration. With proper care and an occasional touch-up at home with Zoom! Take-Home Gel, your smile will sparkle for years.

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This type of teeth whitening usually requires two visits. At the first appointment, impressions (molds) will be made of your teeth to fabricate custom, clear plastic, trays. At your second appointment, you will try on the trays for proper fit, and adjustments will be made if necessary. The trays are worn with special whitening solution either twice a day for 30 minutes or overnight for a couple of weeks depending on the degree of staining and desired level of whitening. It is normal to experience tooth sensitivity during the time you are whitening your teeth, but it will subside shortly after you have stopped bleaching. You will receive care instructions for your teeth and trays, and be encouraged to visit your dentist regularly to help maintain a beautiful, healthy, white smile.

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