All About Tooth Whitening Treatments

Many people choose to undergo cosmetic dentistry treatments for various reasons. Tooth whitening treatments are popular amongst Luminous Smiles patients because they want award-winning, dazzling smiles from a top celebrity dentist. Dr. Dimple Desai is the only female American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry-accredited dentist in the Newport Beach, Calif., area. Her extensive knowledge and skill in the area of cosmetic dentistry make her one of the most sought-after dentists in the area. If you’re looking to brighten your smile, Luminous Smiles is the dentist for you.

Why are people seeking tooth whitening treatments?

Over time, the foods and beverages we consume can cause staining to the teeth. Often, the natural tannins in foods and beverages, like coffee and red wine, can cause teeth to look less bright. Other foods with naturally dark pigments, like beets and berries, can also cause teeth to look dull and even yellow over time. Also, as you age, the normal wear and tear on your teeth can cause them to look less white than they used to.

That is why people seek tooth whitening treatments. At Luminous Smiles, we offer both at-home and in-office tooth whitening treatments. Our methods of whitening teeth can brighten your teeth by up to 10 shades, and you can start seeing results after just one treatment.

What types of teeth whitening treatments are available?

At Luminous Smiles, our in-office tooth whitening treatment involves the use of a high-powered whitening agent that allows our patients to see results in as little as an hour. When patients come in for their appointments, our staff applies the whitening solution, which sits on the teeth for about an hour. A special light helps to activate the whitening solution. Once the treatment is over, the patient is free to go about their day.

If you are looking to whiten your teeth on your own time, Luminous Smiles offers an at-home whitening kit. It consists of specialized custom-fitted aligners that are filled with a whitening solution that the patient wears for about an hour at a time in the comfort of their own home. A patient will normally use the system for about a week before they begin to see results.

Both whitening systems will help our patients achieve brighter, whiter teeth without damaging sensitive teeth. Many at-home treatments that are available over the counter at a pharmacy or grocery store often feature harsh bleaching chemicals that can cause teeth to become sensitive after their use, which is why Dr. Desai and Luminous Smiles recommends coming in for a consultation with our team to determine the right whitening treatment for you.

What if I have sensitive teeth?

There are many reasons why a person could have sensitive teeth. Those can include things like:

• Prolonged exposure to acidic foods
• A person’s age 
• Brushing too hard
• Plaque buildup
• Cracked tooth
• Teeth grinding
• Previous dental procedures

Those who are interested in getting their teeth whitened may also be concerned about the sensitivity teeth whitening can cause. Because tooth whitening systems use chemicals to aid in the whitening process, patients may worry about the sensitivity they may feel afterward. The whitening systems that Dr. Desai uses are designed to help patients achieve the level of whiteness they want, without using whitening treatments that can eat away at the dentin of the tooth, causing sensitivity.

Are there alternatives to teeth whitening?

If patients are worried about sensitive teeth after tooth whitening treatments, there are other cosmetic dentistry procedures out there to help patients achieve whiter smiles. One of those options is veneers. A veneer is a piece of porcelain or composite material that is shaped to look like your natural tooth and is adhered to the tooth.

Veneers are permanent solutions to tooth whitening, but they have the added benefit of correcting minor imperfections, such as cracks, chips, and gaps. Each veneer is custom made, so the precise color can be made to match your natural teeth, or made a few shades whiter than your current tooth.

Visit Luminous Smiles today.

If you are interested in having your teeth professionally whitened, visit Newport Beach’s Luminous Smiles. Dr. Desai and her staff are trained in many cosmetic dentistry procedures. Those who are interested in a brighter smile should book a consultation with Dr. Desai. After a thorough evaluation, she will discuss the best options for you and your teeth. While the teeth whitening solutions offered at her practice are aimed at those who have sensitive teeth, there are other options out there for getting a whiter smile.

Book your consultation today and start the journey to achieving a brighter, whiter smile.