Our patient Jane came into our office because she wanted to rejuvenate her smile before the holidays. She knew that with a round of holiday parties and family get-togethers ahead of her, she would be in plenty of pictures. Because her teeth were looking dark and somewhat stained, she wasn’t particularly excited about displaying her smile for the world to see.  

Our Bloomingdale cosmetic dentists explained to Jane that she might benefit from teeth bleaching options. Teeth bleach treatments—commonly called teeth whitening treatments—whiten teeth beyond their natural shades. These treatments are available in both home and professional formulations.

So What’s the Difference?

Home whitening treatments are generally gels that are applied to the teeth with a mouthpiece or a strip holding the solution in place. These products have a small concentration of peroxide in them. Consequently, they take weeks or months to work, and they are less effective than professional options. Home whitening treatments are generally less expensive than professional products.

Professional teeth whitening is administered in-office by a dentist. These products have a higher concentration of peroxide, so they can lighten teeth several shades in just one or two appointments. Because your dentist monitors your teeth whitening, he or she can more closely control your results and also help you prevent tooth or gum sensitivity.

Give our Bloomingdale cosmetic dentists a call at (630) 994-5174 to learn more about teeth whitening treatments or to schedule an appointment. We’re here to help you get a smile you’ll love to show off!