Teeth Whitening in St. Petersburg FL

There are many products and techniques available for patients who want to achieve a brighter smile, and with so many options available, it can be difficult to choose the method that is right for you. The best way to begin any teeth-whitening regimen is to schedule an appointment and talk with us about the differences between in-office professional whitening and at-home whitening.

In-Office Teeth Whitening by Zoom

The first professional option is commonly referred to as in-office whitening. This procedure is performed in our office. During an appointment, we will apply a whitening gel to the surface of your teeth. The entire office visit generally takes about 90 minutes and you will be able to see results immediately.

At-Home Teeth Whitening

• Tray Whitening

Tray bleaching is a type of professional whitening that uses custom-made trays and whitening gel only available through our office. The whitening gel is placed in custom-fitted trays that fit perfectly over your teeth. Unlike strips, this process whitens all your natural teeth. At-home professional tray whitening generally takes ten to 14 days, although you may notice results in as little as three to five days.

• Teeth-Whitening Strips

Teeth-whitening strips are thin, flexible plastic (polyethylene) strips with a thin film of hydrogen peroxide on one side. The whitening agent is applied by placing the strips across your teeth and gently pressing the strips to ensure contact with all your teeth.

• Whitening Toothpaste

The least expensive options are whitening toothpastes. Designed to have “whitening” capabilities, toothpastes work to remove surface stains using mild abrasives. However, unlike the materials used in professional whitening procedures, these products do not lighten the actual color shade of the tooth. Whitening toothpastes affect surface stains and will mildly lighten your teeth.

If you would like to learn more about teeth whitening, please contact our practice to schedule an appointment.