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Which Type of Whitening is Best?

There are many ways to whiten your teeth, including toothpastes, over the counter gels, rinses, strips, and trays. However, to get the best and fastest results for this cosmetic dentistry procedure, make an appointment to see Dr Sohn. Generally, teeth whitening by dentists is the safest and most sure way to see immediate results. Some procedures are done in the Elegant Dental office and some are performed at home. Make an appointment today to see which type of teeth whitening is the best for you!

Teeth Whitening in Loma Linda, CA

There are many ways to whiten your teeth, including toothpastes, over the counter gels, rinses, strips, and trays. However, to get the best and fastest results for this cosmetic dentistry procedure, make an appointment to see your doctor. Teeth whitening by dentists is the safest and most sure way to see immediate results. Some procedures are done in office and some are performed at home. Make an appointment today to see which type of teeth whitening by dentists is the best for you!

Tray Based Tooth Whiteners

Tray based tooth whiteners involve custom made trays, similar to a mouth guard. At Elegant Dental Care we make them here in our dental office. The trays are filled with a whitening solution, which generally contains a peroxide bleaching agent. Dr Sohn will explain during your visit the specifics about the trays and the times of the day and length of time you should wear them. Depending upon the strength of the whitening material dispensed, you may be asked to wear them from 15 minutes to overnight, and from three days to up to two weeks. Treatment length depends on the degree of discoloration of the teeth and the desired level of whitening. This cosmetic dentistry whitening procedure can be done at home and requires no additional appointments or procedures.

In Office Whitening

At Elegant Dental Care we offer “in office teeth whitening” by Dr Sohn, it is the fastest way to whiten teeth and has become a very popular request from our patents prior to important events that they are attending like weddings, parties, reunions and business meetings. It requires at least one visit to Elegant Dental Care to have the procedure performed. In some cases multiple visits may be required to reach the desired results. During the procedure, the whitening agent is applied directly to the teeth. Usually, the whitening agent is used in combination with a special light system which speeds up the whitening process. Our patients can often see dramatic results the same day!

At Home Whitening vs. Teeth Whitening by Dentists

While the many teeth whitening products available at your local pharmacy offer a certain degree of convenience, they are not likely to offer you the results that you are hoping to achieve. In order to see whiter teeth quickly, it may be necessary to visit Dr Sohn and discuss your options. There are big differences in the products that you can buy at the store and teeth whitening by dentists, including:

1. Strength of bleaching agent: Over the counter and dentist supervised at home products usually contain a lower strength bleaching agent. Usually, these products will have only 10 percent to 25 percent carbamide peroxide, which is the whitening agent, compared to 15 percent to 43 percent carbamide peroxide in whitening products professionally applied at the dental office.
2. Ill-fitting mouthpiece trays: Elegant Dental Care supervised at home whitening trays are fabricated using an impression of your mouth. Each tray is custom made to fit your mouth exactly. This customization allows the whitening gel maximum contact with your teeth. However, over the counter tray whiteners use a “one size fits all” approach. The trays are not designed to fit your mouth exactly. Too large or too small of a tray can cause gum and soft tissue irritation and the whitening gels may not whiten teeth evenly.
3. Additional Protective Measures: Some whitening products can be irritating to the gums and soft tissues. At home whitening treatments do not take measures to protect these tissues from irritation. At Elegant Dental Care, Dr Sohn will apply protective gels to the gums and soft tissues to protect your mouth from the effects of bleaching.
4. Best Treatment Plan: Over the counter whitening treatments are not designed to work for your specific needs. At Elegant Dental Care, Dr Sohn will perform a complete oral exam to determine if whitening is the best course of action for your cosmetic dentistry goals and which type of whitening treatment will best fix the discoloration of your teeth.

Over the counter whitening treatments are not designed to work for your specific needs. At Elegant Dental Care, Dr Sohn will perform a complete oral exam to determine if whitening is the best course of action for your cosmetic dentistry goals and which type of whitening treatment will best fix the discoloration of your teeth.

Elegant Dental Care is equipped with the latest in hi-tech dental equipment and our friendly staff is trained to provide the best possible dental experience for you and your family. Here at Elegant Dental Care, we take pride in the service we provide to our patients living in Loma Linda and the surrounding cities of San Bernardino County. If you have any questions, concerns, or would like to schedule an appointment, please send us a message via the Contact Us form today. We look forward to providing you with the personal oral care you deserve.