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You only have one chance to make a strong first impression, right? A brilliant, confident smile can have a lasting impact, so it’s no surprise that so many people value a beautiful smile. In fact, the teeth whitening market is projected to reach $10 billion globally by 2030. However, even with proper care, teeth can naturally lose their brightness over time. While over-the-counter teeth whitening products are readily available, they provide inconsistent and sometimes disappointing results. Unfortunately, many people spend extensive amounts of money on these products, trying to brighten their smiles. The good news is there’s a reliable way to whiten your teeth that will leave them looking like new: professional teeth bleaching!
If you’d like to brighten your teeth, Dr. Aristodemo and the staff at Happy Smiles Family Dentistry can help you explore your options to find the best solution for you!
What Causes Stubborn Tooth Stains?
In general, two kinds of stains affect our smiles.
Extrinsic Staining
Most commonly, staining problems are self-inflicted. Our diet and lifestyle choices create extrinsic stains, which are stains on the outside surface of the tooth enamel. Dark foods like berries and beverages like soda, coffee, and red wine leave stains behind. Cigarettes and chewing tobacco also dull the brightness of your teeth.
Of course, another way we can sabotage the look of our teeth is simply through poor oral hygiene. Inadequate brushing, infrequent flossing, and going days without proper dental care contribute to a decline in oral health and compromise the appearance of your smile.
Intrinsic Staining
Intrinsic stains are below-the-surface discolorations that run deeper, affecting the dentin below the enamel. These stains may result from certain medications, excessive fluoride exposure during childhood, or trauma to your teeth.
Aging plays its part, too—as we age, our enamel thins, revealing the yellowish layer below and making teeth look faded or worn. Professional teeth bleaching effectively combats many stains above and below the surface.
Choosing a Teeth Bleaching Option
Professional teeth whitening is remarkably effective, but it costs more upfront than over-the-counter solutions. So, why opt for professional whitening when you can buy some strips or paste at the drugstore?
The problem with over-the-counter whitening options is that they’re not very reliable and not very strong. Not only does the application and outcome lack professional monitoring, but these results rarely last more than a few months.
At Happy Smiles Family Dentistry, we customize your whitening treatment according to your needs and goals. With our professional products and techniques, your results can last as long as 3 years! Under the experienced guidance of Dr. Aristodemo, you’ll experience much more predictable and dramatic whitening.
We offer three options for teeth bleaching to make whitening your teeth convenient:
- In-house laser whitening: Dr. Aristodemo will whiten your teeth in one appointment using laser technology. After applying a whitening gel, she will use the laser to activate it, allowing the gel to penetrate deeper into the enamel and break up stubborn stains. The process involves little discomfort and takes around an hour and a half. If you want immediate results, this option may be right for you!
- Customized bleaching trays: We can also create custom bleaching trays. For a brighter smile, you’ll wear these trays for 20 minutes per day for about two weeks. These trays are reusable and last for years.
- Pre-made trays: These trays are most similar to over-the-counter options, as you dispose of them after use. However, the trays we offer are more effective than those from drug stores, as they have a higher concentration of bleaching agents, which provides faster and more effective results.
These professional options offer more effective whitening and longer-lasting results compared to store-bought products.
Experience the Teeth Bleaching Difference at Happy Smiles Family Dentistry
It’s human nature to want to make a good first impression, and a beautiful, bright smile is one of the best ways to do it! With a professional teeth bleaching treatment at Happy Smiles Family Dentistry, you’ll want to show your new smile to everyone you meet.
Dr. Aristodemo and the team at Happy Smiles Family Dentistry are your go-to experts for teeth whitening in the Schaumburg, IL, area. If you are ready to enhance your smile, contact us today to schedule a teeth whitening consultation.
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