At Home Teeth Whitening Kits

In addition to in-office whitening, we offer an at-home whitening option. We will consult with you to determine the cause of your discoloration before whitening. This is important because peroxide-based teeth whiteners do not work on tetracycline stains, crowns or veneers, and diet and certain medications can affect the expected results. In addition, some teeth may be discolored due to defective fillings or decay, and these require repair before cosmetic procedures. Cavities and gum disease can become worse if not treated before exposure to the chemicals used in certain whitening treatments. Other dental work, such as crowns or veneers, should be done after whitening.

If you decide on a take-home whitening kit, impressions will be made of your teeth for custom whitening trays. We’ll give you instructions for dispensing the whitening gel and wearing the trays. Usually the trays are worn one hour a day for 14 days, and you can expect up to six shades of improvement. The trays can be re-used the trays whenever you need a touch-up.