Teeth Whitening in Long Island

Can I Get Whiter Teeth With Professional Tooth Whitening?

Typically, patients see a substantial improvement in the whiteness of their teeth when they opt for professional tooth whitening. If your teeth have been stained and discolored for a long time, don't despair. That's the best type of tooth problem for professional whitening.

There are types of discoloration that do not respond well to the whitening procedure, such as those caused by tetracycline, decay, or defective fillings. These types of discoloration stem from inside the tooth rather than from external factors. Restorative dentistry, such as crowns and fillings, won't respond to whitening either. They'll remain the color they are. Your dentist will examine your teeth during your initial consultation and recommend the best solution for you. Even if teeth whitening won't achieve your goals, other options will. We'll help you achieve the beautiful smile you want, so call our office to schedule an appointment.

Are There At-home Teeth Whitening Products?

Many over-the-counter teeth whitening products are available such as toothpaste, at-home teeth whitening kits, strips, trays, gels, and toothpaste. However, these aren't as effective as the treatment you'd receive from your tooth bleaching dentist, and they can be harmful if used incorrectly. If you want whiter teeth safely, we recommend teeth whitening in Long Island. Call us if you have questions or want to schedule a consultation.

How Much Does Teeth Whitening Cost?

Your teeth bleaching cost will be unique to you and will depend on several factors such as:

• The teeth whitening system you choose
• The number of office visits you'll need
• The number of follow-up visits you'll need
• Your insurance coverage

When you come to our Long Island office for your initial visit, we'll thoroughly examine your teeth and determine if teeth whitening is appropriate for you. We'll provide you with a comprehensive cost estimate at that time. If you're not a good candidate for teeth whitening, then we'll work with you to find alternatives that will provide you with the beautiful white teeth you want. For more information or if you have questions, give us a call.

If you want whiter teeth, but finances are an issue, let us know. We have a variety of options that can enable you to have the smile you want at a price you can afford.

How Does Professional Whitening Compare to At-home Teeth Whitening Products?

At-home teeth whitening takes more time and is less effective than professional whitening procedures. The products used in a dental office are much stronger and work faster than those in the DIY kits you get at the local superstore or pharmacy. Professional products also produce more consistent results than the kits for teeth whitening at home. We don't recommend over-the-counter kits. However, we do provide customized professional whitening kits for our patients. We take an impression of your teeth and make a custom whitening tray that you use with our professional-grade bleaching gel. Many patients lighten their teeth by six shades or more when they wear their trays for an hour each day for two weeks. If you're interested in a custom whitening kit, call our office for an appointment.

What Happens During a Professional Whitening Treatment?

When you come to our office for your teeth whitening procedure, you can generally expect the following process:

1. We'll clean your teeth, and then your teeth bleaching dentist will examine them
2. Typically, we'll take photos to reference during your treatment so we can determine the best tooth shade for your needs and monitor your teeth whitening progress
3. We'll place a cheek retractor in your mouth to expose your teeth and protect your gums
4. We'll apply a liquid to protect your gums
5. We'll apply the first coat of bleaching gel to your teeth
6. We'll monitor the progress of your teeth whitening and apply additional coats of gel as needed
7. We may use a special light to speed the whitening process
8. We'll evaluate your tooth color at the end of your procedure to determine if any follow-up visits are needed

Follow-up treatments can sometimes be done at home, and we'll let you know if that's an option for you.

Want More Information About Getting A More Beautiful Smile With Teeth Whitening?

If you want a more beautiful smile with white teeth and no stains or discolorations, then call Long Island Dental Specialty at , and we can schedule an appointment with a teeth bleaching dentist for you. We are one of the best in the Long Island area for tooth whitening, and we're sure we can help you.

Call us today. We look forward to speaking with you and working with you.