How Teeth Whitening Can Rejuvenate Your Smile

Has your smile gotten progressively duller with the passing years? Your daily morning coffee, your smoking habit, or even just the effects of aging may be to blame for the unwelcome changes in your teeth. Luckily, Allentown, PA, dentist Dr. Robert Sanford of Sanford Center for Total Health Dentistry offers teeth whitening services that will brighten your smile.

Whitening targets the source of stains

If you took a look at tooth enamel under a microscope, you would see tiny pores or openings in the surface. Every time you drink a darkly pigmented beverage such as coffee, or snack on a handful of berries, some of the pigments settle in the pores of your enamel. Eventually, those stains cause your teeth to look dull and yellow.

Teeth whitening treatment doesn't just cover up stains, but actually eliminates them. During your whitening session, your Allentown dentist applies a hydrogen peroxide containing whitening gel to your teeth. The natural chemical compound safely breaks up dark pigments that have become stuck in your pores, eliminating unsightly stains.

In-office professional whitening eliminates the wait

You may need to use over-the-counter teeth whitening kits for many weeks or months before you begin to see results—that's not the case with professional whitening in the dentist's office, however. In fact, your teeth will be several shades whiter immediately after your hour-long appointment! Thanks to the stronger hydrogen peroxide formulations found in professional whiteners, stains are removed quickly and efficiently.

Professional whitening offers a more comfortable whitening option

Have you ever experienced sensitivity after do-it-yourself whitening? Your dentist takes several steps to reduce or prevent this, including applying a protective gel to your gums and roots and using retractors to pull your cheeks and lips away from your teeth. Be assured that your comfort and safety are of paramount importance to the dental staff during your visit to our Allentown office.

Take-home kits offer convenience

When you prefer to whiten your teeth at home or want to touch up your whitening results, a take-home kit provides the perfect option. Your dentist provides you with a supply of whitening gel and custom-made trays that you'll wear over your teeth. Trays are usually used several times a week for a few weeks.

Are you ready to say goodbye to your dull smile? Call your Allentown, PA, dentist Dr. Robert Sanford of Sanford Center for Total Health Dentistry at (610) 820-6000 to schedule an appointment.

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