Article written by Elite Dental Group.
Opting to get your teeth professionally whitened is a sensible and affordable way to brighten one’s smile. Most patients will only require one treatment, which can last between 60-90 minutes depending on the level of discoloration and the patient’s preferences.
Often professional teeth whitening procedures will start with the dentist checking a shade chart against the patient’s teeth to identify the patient’s current shade. A dentist would then remove any plaque and polish a patient’s teeth to prepare them for the treatment.
Retractors are used to protect the patient’s cheeks, lips, and tongue from the whitening solution. The dentist will coat the teeth with the whitening solution, which is a bleaching agent made with hydrogen peroxide, or carbamide peroxide. To activate the solution, a curing light or laser will be left on the teeth for 30-60 minutes. Finally, once the optimum shade is reached, the patient’s teeth will be rinsed and a fluoride solution will be applied to reduce tooth sensitivity.
When the procedure is complete, a dentist may recommend a patient to follow a “white diet” for 24 to 72 hours. This will involve consuming mostly white foods such as oats, white rice, pasta, and chicken. Patients are advised to avoid foods like coffee, beets, tomatoes, etc as they can cause staining if consumed days after the procedure.
Professional teeth whitening procedures can offer up to 3-6 shades of brightness depending on the patient’s discoloration. Whitening treatments are affordable, safe, and effective for those who are looking to brighten their smile within a short period.
Dr. Andre Eliasian is one of the leading dentists in cosmetic dentistry in Glendale CA. His clinic offers several services using modern dentistry procedures which are non-invasive. If you are looking for tooth whitening in Glendale or oral surgery in Glendale call for an appointment.