Teeth Whitening Powdersville

Who is a Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening?

Of course, the ideal teeth whitening candidate is someone with stubborn tooth stains. This sort of person has a grin that won’t whiten from standard oral care. As such, they’re pretty likely to experience boosts in self-esteem and confidence after treatment. That’s only natural – they’ll feel less anxious about their teeth and form better relationships in personal and professional settings.

All that said, remember that teeth whitening isn’t practical for every tooth stain. It typically works best on extrinsic ones caused by food and smoking. (This reality stems from how treatment bleaches stains found on your enamel.) Meanwhile, the whitening process isn’t great at erasing intrinsic stains beneath your enamel. You may want alternative options for this latter discoloration.

How Does Teeth Whitening Work?

Take-home bleaching kits (per their name) let you conveniently whiten your smile at home. In particular, they work by having you wear gel-infused trays for a few hours daily. This process continues for roughly two weeks, making your enamel six, eight, or even ten shades brighter!

Aside from schedule flexibility, the biggest perk of bleaching kits is their low price. Still, keep in mind that these differ from those sold in stores. Only kits approved by dentists are genuinely effective.

Tips for Maintaining Your Whiter Smile

To extend the effects of our office’s teeth whitening, there are various things you should try. These include the following:

• Maintain Good Oral Hygiene – As you always should, brush your teeth twice daily for two minutes per session. Also, floss between your pearly whites at least once daily. Both of these habits will remove plaque and bacteria that stain enamel.
• Avoid Tannins – Avoid foods and drinks that are rich in color. Truthfully, these items have tannins – materials that can deeply stain your tooth enamel.
• Quit Bad Oral Habits – Practices like smoking and drinking alcohol can easily stain enamel. So, give them up as best you can.

Understanding the Cost of Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is a great way to enhance the natural beauty of your smile. However, many people put off treatment because they are worried about the cost. Since everyone’s treatment is a little bit different, the cost can vary. During your consultation with us, we will discuss the exact cost of your treatment so that you don’t run into any surprises. Until then, here are some things to take into account.

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Factors that Affect the Cost of Teeth Whitening

The cost of professional teeth whitening varies on several factors. Here are some of the most prominent ones.

• Types of Discoloration: Intrinsic stains are more difficult to lift than extrinsic stains, so they might require other treatments.
• Severity of Discoloration: If your teeth have dark stains, they might need additional whitening sessions to achieve your goals.
• Other Services: If you have existing dental problems, like gum disease or tooth decay, they will need to be treated and eliminated ahead of time.

Types of Teeth Whitening: What Do They Cost?

There are multiple teeth whitening options available. Here’s what the cost of each one typically looks like.

• In-Office Teeth Whitening: In-office teeth whitening ranges from $400 to $800. In some areas, it can be over $1000.
• Take-Home Teeth Whitening: Professional take-home whitening kits usually cost a few hundred dollars.
• Over-the-Counter Trays: Teeth whitening trays that you find over the counter are usually $100 or less.
• Over-the-Counter Strips/Gels: This is the cheapest teeth whitening option available. These boxes cost between $20 and $40 and contain enough product to last a couple of weeks

Inexpensive Teeth Whitening vs. Professional Teeth Whitening

When you look at the numbers above, you may be wondering why anyone would choose professional teeth whitening when over-the-counter options are so much more affordable. With cosmetic dentistry, the results that you achieve are clearly reflected in the cost of the treatment that you get. If you choose cheaper strips or gels, you won’t see significant results – especially for darker discoloration. Professional teeth whitening treatments give you noticeable results in a fraction of the time.

Options for Making Teeth Whitening Affordable

Teeth whitening is not covered by dental insurance because it is considered to be an elective treatment. However, this doesn’t mean that you will be left completely on your own. We are happy to accept payments through CareCredit – a third-party financing company that can split the cost of your treatment isn’t manageable monthly installments with little to no interest. If you have questions or need help applying, give us a call!

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