Teeth Whitening – Novi, MI
Remove Stubborn Stains for a Brighter Grin
The quality of your smile is one of the first things people notice about you, and if yours looks more yellow or brown than pearly white, you’re less likely to make a positive impression. While plenty of over-the-counter products claim to be able to lighten your teeth, they don’t always deliver the promised results. Furthermore, you could potentially develop sensitivity if you over-apply cheaper bleaching agents.
Thankfully, Dr. Geller can provide professional-grade teeth whitening services to remove stubborn stains for a brighter grin. Continue reading to learn more about it, and feel free to contact us if you have questions.
Why Choose JMG Dentistry Family and Cosmetic Care for Teeth Whitening?
- Advanced Technology for Enhanced Patient Comfort
- Flexible Financing & In-House Memberships Available
- Top-Quality Materials for Optimal Results
Who is a Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening?
Potentially anyone who is unhappy with the shade of their teeth can benefit from professional whitening, but that doesn’t mean it’s the best treatment for everyone’s unique circumstances. For example, extrinsic stains in your enamel occur after frequent or repeated exposure to darkly pigmented foods and drinks over time. Usually, Dr. Geller can apply ultra-concentrated gels to bleach them away effectively.
However, intrinsic blemishes that seep into or originate in the lower layers of your teeth aren’t responsive to topical treatments. If you’re dealing with this type of discoloration, our team might recommend a different solution to mask the imperfections, like porcelain veneers or dental bonding.
How Does Teeth Whitening Work?
This treatment works because the whitening agent on your teeth causes a chemical reaction called oxidation. The bleach reacts with the colored compounds that have darkened your enamel and breaks them down into smaller, less shaded molecules.
Our team can enhance your smile with two methods of teeth whitening, outlined in more detail below:
Take-Home Teeth Whitening
If you’ve tried store-bought bleaching strips with no luck, you could benefit from one of our personalized teeth whitening take-home kits. These include everything you need to achieve your ideal shade from the comfort of your home, like custom-fitted application trays and professional-grade gels. You can expect to see results in as few as 2 weeks.
In-Office Teeth Whitening
Many patients want to look their best for an upcoming event, interview, or other significant occasion. If you want to see changes more quickly, our team can apply ultra-concentrated bleaching gel in the office and expedite the whitening process by exposing your teeth to a special light. This method can brighten your smile by up to 8 shades in a single hour-long visit.
Tips for Maintaining Your Brightened Smile
Once you’ve achieved your ideal color, it’s natural to want to do everything you can to extend the results. You can maintain your recently upgraded grin by:
- Avoiding dark foods. Your teeth can be retinted by common culprits like coffee, tea, berries, or tomatoes, so steer clear to prevent additional stains.
- Eating more dairy. Dairy products like milk, yogurt, and cheese are lightly toned and contain calcium to strengthen your enamel, increasing your resistance to discoloration.
- Practicing consistent dental hygiene. You should brush and floss twice daily to remove bacteria and plaque buildup that give staining ingredients something to cling to.
- Scheduling follow-ups. Visiting us every six months for a routine checkup and cleaning allows us to catch and address potential problems before they progress. We can also polish away surface stains that have developed since your last visit.