teeth whitening before and after

Stains are something hard to avoid. We all have them from different daily activities such as drinking coffee and tea. Thankfully, teeth whitening in NW Calgary can help you improve the discoloration of your teeth and restore your glowing smile.

Sandstone Dental offers a variety of treatments to improve a patient’s smile; one of them is teeth whitening. This treatment is fast and easy and will safely treat stains and discoloration in your teeth. If you’ve noticed your smile looks dull or you’ve been wanting a smile makeover, book a teeth whitening appointment with a dentist near you.

What is Teeth Whitening?

Teeth whitening is a treatment that can be done professionally at a dentist’s office or at home. It involves applying a product with active bleaching agents to the surface of your teeth. The ingredients of teeth whitening products are safe and effective. While getting your teeth professionally whitened, dentists may also use a light to help speed up the whitening process.

The active ingredient in tooth whitening products is peroxide. Dentists will use products with either hydrogen peroxide or carbamide. Both active ingredients are the same for treatment; however, Carbamide Peroxide will act slower as it first needs to break down. Hydrogen peroxide is quicker and stronger.

Products used by a professional are much stronger and more effective than store-bought whitening kits. This does not mean at-home kits won’t work properly, but they require more time. Dentists’ whitening gels have as much as 45% peroxide; meanwhile, store-bought products such as whitening strips contain 7%.

Benefits of Teeth Whitening

Getting your teeth professionally whitened comes with many benefits, including:

  • Reliable treatment

At-home whitening kits can do a good job, but it’s always hard to know exactly what ingredients are being used and if they are entirely safe for your teeth. A professional

treatment by a dentist in NW Calgary will ensure only high-quality ingredients are being used, and the treatment won’t damage your teeth.

  • Quick results

Teeth whitening to the desired level will take more than one appointment. Each appointment should not take too long, and the patient can speak with the dentist to determine how many visits are needed to achieve their desired look. Dentists have up-to-date equipment and technology that will help speed up the treatment and achieve results faster than any at-home treatment.

  • Boost in Confidence

A brightened smile will improve your confidence and give you a youthful look. Your teeth will look great, and you’ll have a good reason to showcase your smile. This is an easy solution to regain confidence.

How long does it take for Teeth Whitening to work?

Each patient is unique, and treatment time will vary depending on the desired result. Most whitening treatments done at a dental clinic will take a few visits for the final results. If a patient is only looking to lighten their teeth a few shades or does not initially have a lot of stains, final results will be achieved quicker. Our dentists recommend having a good oral hygiene routine to begin with to avoid stains and discoloration. If a patient takes good care of their teeth, they will have fewer stains and will be able to achieve their desired look with only a few dental whitening appointments.

A patient should expect to spend around ninety minutes with their dentist for each visit. After each appointment, you may experience some tooth sensitivity that should subside. After the final result is achieved, promote your oral health and the durability of your treatment by brushing and flossing your teeth and booking regular cleaning appointments with a dentist near you.

Visit Sandstone Dental if you’re interested in teeth whitening near you! Our dentists will take care of your teeth and restore their glow.

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