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Did you know…
Your teeth have pores, just like a sponge, which causes them to absorb stains.
Free Whitening Gift for Our Dental Wellness Membership Patients
As part of your membership in our Dental Wellness Plan, patients will receive a free whitening gift!
At-Home Whitening Available
In-office isn’t for everyone. If you’d like to whiten your smile in the comfort of your own home and at your own pace, we have at-home options so you feel comfortable with the process from start to finish. After an initial investment, as long as you keep up to date with your dental needs, we also provide free at home bleach to you!
We Offer GLO Teeth Whitening
Patients prefer GLO teeth whitening. With versatile options and a gentle formula for sensitive patients, we can give you the bright smile you want through a system that works for you.
You Read That Right, Bright for Life!
Keep up to date with your dental health and we provide the bleach! After an initial investment in dental trays, we want to support keeping your smile bright and white!
The Benefits of Teeth Whitening
Brighter Smiles
Get a brighter smile that makes you look years younger in about an hour.
Affordable Cosmetic Treatment
Few cosmetic dental treatments give you results this fast and at an affordable price.
Renewed Confidence
Everyone deserves to feel great about their smile, and you can too in just one visit to our practice.
The In-Office Teeth Whitening Treatment Process
Treatment Plan
At your consultation, you’ll discuss your needs with your dentist. If teeth whitening isn’t right for your situation, we can discuss alternatives. But if teeth whitening is the best option to help you smile brighter, we’ll provide a treatment plan that allows you to achieve your goals.
Procedure Prep
At your in-office teeth whitening appointment, your dentist will first prep you for the procedure. A retractor will be placed in your mouth to hold your lips back and keep them from coming into contact with the whitening solution. You’ll also be given glasses to protect your eyes from lights used during the procedure.
Application
Once you’re prepped, the whitening solution will be carefully applied to your teeth and a light will be used to activate the compound. In-office teeth whitening treatments typically take 90 minutes. Once complete, you’ll leave the office with a bright, beautiful smile that’s several shades whiter. We recommend an array of maintenance products to keep your new, bright smile going. Ask Dr. Paulisick which option would be best for you!
Before & Afters
A smile is worth 1,000 words.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does teeth whitening cause sensitivity?
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The precise reason that whitening causes sensitivity is not fully known, but the leading theory is that it’s due to “dentinal microtubules.” These extremely small, microscopic channels in our teeth connect the exterior of the tooth enamel to the interior nerve, allowing us to feel sensations in our teeth.
The theory is that, since peroxide-based whiteners weaken the enamel very slightly, this exposes the microtubules, which become much more sensitive. Then, as the enamel remineralizes and becomes stronger after the whitening process is over, they are sealed up again, and no longer feel overly sensitive. This would explain why the sensitivity caused by teeth whitening typically only lasts for a few days.
Which teeth whitening products actually work?
There are two categories of teeth whitening products that actually work.
The first are abrasive whiteners, such as toothpaste that contains baking soda (sodium bicarbonate), and other very mild abrasives. These abrasives work similarly to sandpaper, rubbing plaque and surface stains away from your teeth. These abrasive whiteners work on minor stains, but the abrasive is not strong enough to damage enamel.
It is recommended that you avoid charcoal toothpaste, which has abrasives that may be hard enough to damage your enamel with frequent use. Stick to an ADA-approved whitening toothpaste product.
The second category of teeth whitening products that actually work are chemical whiteners that contain peroxide. These are available both from dentists and over-the-counter, but it’s best to work with a dentist to get your desired results, and ensure that your teeth are not damaged by over whitening.
To explore your options in further detail and make sure you choose a safe, effective teeth whitening product, get in touch with your dentist for a consult.
Can teeth whitening damage teeth?
We specifically use Glo Whitening because it is made for patients with sensitive teeth! We have seen our best results without the sensitivity using Glo.
Professional teeth whitening that is overseen and administered by a qualified dentist will never damage your teeth. Your dentist will ensure that you get the proper whitening products and that you do not over whiten your teeth.
For this reason, it’s a good idea to avoid over-the-counter (OTC) teeth whitening kits from sources like Amazon and other websites, which could contain dangerously-high levels of peroxide.
