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Professional teeth whitening is one of the fastest, most cost-effective ways to improve the appearance of your smile. Your Santa Maria cosmetic dentist offers different options for teeth whitening. Talk to us today to find out which is best for your dental needs and goals.

Why Choose Professional Teeth Whitening in Santa Maria Instead of OTC Options?

Why Choose Professional Teeth Whitening in Santa Maria Instead of OTC Options?

With so many over-the-counter (OTC) tooth whitening options, why choose a professional teeth whitening system from Santa Barbara Family Dentistry?

The first reason is safety. We know exactly what’s in the products we use. We’ve researched which whitening systems are the safest and cause the least sensitivity. We want to make sure you get a brighter smile but not at the risk of damaging your teeth or soft tissues. OTC products aren’t a custom fit to your needs and can sometimes do more harm than good.

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The second reason is effectiveness. Our in-office whitening system provides patients with proven results in one visit. Most OTC products require consistent use for weeks, if not months, to see any results.

Finally, we have to consider the cost. OTC products need to be replaced and used frequently. While in-office and custom trays for at-home whitening cost more upfront, they’re more cost-effective in the long run.

What Is At-Home Teeth Whitening in Santa Maria?

What Is At-Home Teeth Whitening in Santa Maria?

An at-home teeth whitening system allows you to brighten your smile in the comfort of your own home. When you whiten at home, you can go at your own pace, which is often optimal for patients prone to tooth sensitivity.

How it works:

  • Your dental team takes impressions of your teeth
  • Using the impressions, they create models of your teeth
  • The models are used to fabricate custom whitening trays
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Once your trays are ready, we’ll have you try them on to make sure they’re comfortable. Then, we’ll show you how to use them. We’ll also provide you with a whitening gel. The gels come in several different strengths. Your Santa Maria cosmetic dentist will determine which strength is best for you, depending on whether you have a history of sensitivity and how quickly you want to see results.

If you experience tooth sensitivity, we can provide you with a desensitizing solution to ensure your comfort during the tooth whitening process.

What Is In-Office Teeth Whitening
from Santa Barbara Family Dentistry?

An in-office teeth whitening system can brighten your smile by up to eight shades in a single visit. And that visit only takes 45-60 minutes out of your day!

How it works:

  • We isolate your teeth to keep them dry
  • A whitening gel is applied to your teeth
  • An ultraviolet light is placed on your teeth to activate the gel
  • We replace the gel every 15 minutes
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How Often Will I Need a Whitening Touch-Up?

Touch-ups depend on your dental home care, habits, and the foods and beverages you consume. You can maintain your whitening results for longer if you’re a non-smoker (tobacco and marijuana) and brush and floss daily. Similarly, you’ll need touch-ups less often if you avoid or reduce foods and beverages known to stain teeth, such as:

  • Coffee
  • Soda
  • Berries
  • Tomatoes
  • Acidic Foods
  • Sports Drinks
  • Energy Drinks
  • Black and Green Tea
  • Red and White Wine

Professional Teeth Whitening – Choose the Safest, Most Effective Option

We want you to have the smile of your dreams, which is why we offer cosmetic dental services in Santa Maria. However, we also want you to be safe.

Our professional-grade whitening systems will help protect your teeth from damage and reduce your risk of sensitivity. Our systems are also more cost-effective in the long run since the results are faster and longer lasting.

If you’re ready for a brighter smile, make sure to put your oral health first by choosing professional teeth whitening from your Santa Maria cosmetic dentist.

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Will Teeth Whitening Gel Brighten
My Dental Restorations?

Unfortunately, no. Whitening gel cannot brighten porcelain, ceramic, or composite resin. If you have existing restorations, you have three options to choose from:

  • Brighten your natural teeth to your desired shade and keep your existing restorations
  • Brighten your natural teeth to a level that matches your existing restorations
  • Replace your restorations and get the exact shade you want

Talk to your cosmetic dentist to determine the best course of action for your unique needs and goals.

Are you ready for a brighter, more beautiful smile?

Contact our team to learn more about teeth whitening from Santa Barbara Family Dentistry.

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