A bright, white smile can help make a great first impression in both professional and personal situations. Maintaining such a smile can be difficult, since the color of our teeth can be affected by coffee, tea, smoking and other substances that we commonly eat or drink. Despite the number of whitening toothpastes and other home products available, none are as effective as professional bleaching treatment.
Bleaching often involves the creation of custom-made trays that help gradually whiten the smile over a certain period of time. More advanced treatments can dramatically whiten in a single treatment session, during which time patients can watch television or read a book if they desire. During these treatments, a whitening gel that contains hydrogen peroxide is applied to the teeth, which are then exposed to a special light that activates the hydrogen peroxide and provides significant, long-term results.
When performed by a skilled and experienced dentist, bleaching is a completely safe and highly effective treatment that can easily enhance your entire appearance by creating a beautiful smile. Dr. Ravin performs ZOOM! Whitening in his office, which is performed as a one-time treatment that takes less than an hour to perform. There is no downtime and nearly no side effects associated with bleaching, so it can be performed at your convenience.
Bleaching is most effective on natural teeth, healthy teeth that have become discolored as a result of natural or environmental factors. Some patients may experience mild irritation or sensitivity after treatment, but these side effects usually subside after treatment is completed. Please call us today to find out if bleaching performed by Dr. Ravin is right for you!
