Smiles are very important to people, and your teeth enamel can often becomed discolored by foods, drinks, and other daily habits. Here at Camarillo Smiles, we are committed to helping you achieve the bright, white smile you desire. There are many choices for whiter teeth, but we will help you develop an effective treatment plan to reach your whitening goals. Call us today to setup a Free Consultation!
Laser "Zoom" Whitening(as seen on ABC-TV's Extreme Makeover)
An in-office procedure performed by professionals, it involves a whitening gel with hydrogen peroxide and light energy which activates the chemical process. It can typically be completed in a single office visit, and your treatment will also involve some home whitening to enhance the effects and touch-ups.
Take-Home Dentist Supervised Whitening
Using custom-fitted mouth trays, a whitening gel is used on a daily basis. The length of time worn depends on your whitening goals and the discoloration of your enamel. The trays can even be adjusted to whiten individual teeth. The trays typically are worn 1-5 weeks.
Dentist Supervised Treatments vs. Over-the-Counter Trays
There are many over-the-counter teeth whitening products now available, but dentist-supervised whitening remains the safest and most effective way to brighten your smile. Over-the-counter trays typically do not fit your mouth properly compared to the custom-fitted professional trays. This can lead to irritation of the teeth or jaw and even loss of the whitening gel and ineffective whitening. Also you cannot control the strength of over-the-counter gels, whereas a dental professional can adjust strength to maximize treatment effectiveness or even treat those with even extreme sensitivity.
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