Short-Term Results for At-Home Teeth Whitening Treatments

You have probably noticed the abundance of teeth whitening treatments on the market today. From over-the-counter whitening strips and bleaching trays to dentist-dispensed take home trays and professional in-office bleaching, there are many options to choose from.

The primary differences between these methods are the number of shades brighter and the length of results. In-office treatments have immediate results and last the longest, compared to at-home treatments.

Results of At-Home Whitening Treatments

Most at-home teeth whiteners can remove surface stains caused by coffee, tea, red wine and dark colas. At-home whitening treatments use a lower dosage of the bleaching agent and are therefore less effective and not as long-lasting as professional treatments. For this reason Bellevue whitening patients need to undergo multiple treatments to maintain your white, dazzling smile.

Aside from whitening treatments, whitening toothpastes can also be used to remove surface stains and brighten your overall smile. Like other at-home whitening options, results from toothpaste will not be long-lasting.

If you are interested in a professional tooth whitening procedure that leaves your smile with brighter, longer-lasting results than at-home treatments, please contact the experienced cosmetic dentists at Cooleysmiles today to schedule your initial consultation with our Seattle tooth whitening dentists.