Teeth Whitening in South Loop, Chicago
Brighten Your Smile with Professional Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic treatment that lightens your teeth by several shades, improving the overall brightness of your smile and enhancing your appearance.
What Is Teeth Whitening?
Teeth whitening works best for stains caused by foods and beverages such as coffee, tea, and red wine that contain intense color pigments that attach to the tooth enamel, causing discoloration. It can also show good results for tobacco-induced and aging-related staining.
Why Choose Professional Teeth Whitening?
Professional teeth whitening performed by a dentist involves stronger bleaching agents like hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide. These treatments offer faster, more noticeable results, typically in just one 30-minute session. Dentists also assess your oral health to ensure the treatment is safe for your gums and teeth.
In contrast, at-home whitening kits are less potent and can take longer to produce results. While convenient, they can sometimes cause gum irritation or enamel damage if not used properly. Some beauty salons offer whitening treatments, but these can be risky if not administered by a licensed dental professional.
How Does Professional Teeth Whitening Work?
During a professional tooth whitening session, the dentist applies a bleaching gel to your teeth, often using a special light or laser to activate the whitening process. This can take about an hour and typically results in a noticeably brighter smile. For at-home treatments, you may be provided with custom-fitted trays and a whitening gel to apply over a few weeks.
Is Teeth Whitening Safe?
When done under the supervision of Dr. Andrew Bloom in South Loop, we can guarantee teeth whitening to be a safe treatment. However, there are risks if performed improperly. Overuse of whitening products can lead to gum irritation or tooth sensitivity. If you have existing dental issues like cavities or gum disease, whitening may not be recommended until those are treated.
