Teeth whitening is a highly effective and affordable procedure that lightens and whitens teeth, leaving them feeling ultra-clean. Teeth whitening can be done directly in our New York City office, at-home, or with a combination of the two methods (Power Whitening.)
Quite Simply - Power Teeth Whitening consistently produces breathtaking results. Often the difference between a good smile and a great smile is the brightness of the teeth. Teeth whitening from Dr. Davis will help you achieve the bright smile you deserve.
Teeth
Whitening, sometimes referred to as tooth whitening, teeth bleaching or
teeth lightening, is a highly effective and affordable procedure that
lightens and whitens teeth. Millions of people have already whitened
their teeth. There are 3 types of Teeth Whitening procedures commonly
used by dentists. The most common, At-Home Tooth Whitening, uses
whitening gels in custom fitted trays. The second type of procedure,
In-Office Tooth Whitening , uses a stronger gel placed under
professional supervision. The Third type of teeth whitening procedure,
Power Tooth Whitening, combines the two techniques to help teeth get
their brightest. As seen on The Today Show in New York, Dr. Elliot
Davis will design a regimen of tooth whitening solutions that is most
appropriate for you.
How White Can My Teeth Get?
Teeth have a
unique and inherent lightness potential. While the teeth whitening
process can lighten teeth, it cannot change the intrinsic color of a
tooth. Some teeth will achieve excellent and rapid lightening, while
others will lighten slightly or more deliberately. While the results do
vary, the overwhelming majority of Dr. Davis' clients have achieved
results that have met or exceeded their expectations.
One of Dr. Elliot Davis' favorite challenges is converting teeth with
varying levels of discoloration to a smile that is both beautiful and
uniformly white. On rare occasions, clients have even reported
receiving comments that their teeth were becoming "too white." To
ensure the optimal results are achieved, it's important to have your
tooth whitening progress monitored by a skilled and experienced
professional.
Teeth Whitening - Is It Permanent?
Unfortunately, teeth naturally wear, stain and discolor over time.
While some may not, most people need to retreat or "tune-up" the
whitening of their teeth every few years.
Are Some Teeth Hard to Whiten?
Yes,
discolorations or stains caused by a high fever or medications are
quite difficult to treat. While Dr. Elliot Davis has had success with a
number of these patients (including himself), the treatment times are
much longer (months, not weeks).
How Can I Prolong the New Look of My Teeth?
Excellent
oral hygiene and professional cleanings performed on a regular basis
help prolong the life of the teeth whitening treatment. Avoid heavily
colored foods such as red wine, grapes, raspberries, cranberry or
purple grape juice, dark tea and black coffee, if you want to maximize
the benefits of the teeth whitening solutions. Periodic touchup
treatments can be helpful for whitening teeth, too.
Possible Adverse Effects from Teeth Whitening
Some minor problems from the teeth whitening treatments are:
- Gum Irritation
- Teeth Sensitivity to Heat and/or Cold
- Uneven Whitening
Customized barriers are meticulously placed to minimize the likelihood
of any of the lightening material from contacting the gums during the
In-Office Tooth Whitening session. To ensure that the gums are
protected during the At-Home Tooth Whitening therapy, the team members
skillfully craft the whitening trays to fit you just right.
Components of a Professional Teeth Whitening Exam
A thorough teeth whitening exam should include:
- An inspection of the teeth and gums to be whitened
- A review of darkened areas near old fillings
- Checking x-rays to make sure there are no potential sources of infection
- Discussing potential risk factors that can cause sensitivity and an assessment of whether you would be at risk for them.
- The options for replacing restorations in the esthetic zone that are no longer serving your teeth as well as they once were.
- A reasonably accurate estimate for the overall treatment time.
In-Office Tooth Whitening
After
the teeth and gums have been carefully protected, a strong tooth
whitening solution is placed on the teeth for about an hour. This may
need to be repeated 3 or more times to achieve the maximum results. The
ability of your teeth to lighten will determine the number of tooth
whitening treatments required. When used as the first step in the Power
Tooth Whitening procedure, In-Office Tooth Whitening usually only needs
to be performed one time.
At-Home Tooth Whitening
At
Dr. Davis' office, this procedure starts with accurate impressions of
your teeth. A skilled auxiliary then makes precise models and designs
custom-fit whitening trays. You will be trained on how to achieve the
best results while minimizing the likelihood of any side effects.
Solutions are used from 30 minutes to 6 hours at a time, depending on
their strength. Be careful to follow the regimen that was designed by
Dr. Elliot Davis just for you, especially if your smile poses a complex
challenge.
Power Tooth Whitening
Power Tooth
Whitening combines the In-Office Tooth Whitening and At-Home Tooth
Whitening techniques. Results achieved with Power Tooth Whitening will
likely be faster, lighter and/or longer lasting than with either of the
other methods.
Are There Any Benefits to Using a Laser (Laser Tooth Whitening) to Whiten Teeth?
To date, there have been no independent scientific studies published
which have concluded that using a laser (laser tooth whitening) to
whiten teeth will help patients reach their inherent lightness
potential more effectively than other teeth whitening methods.
