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Teeth Whitening

If dingy or stained teeth are holding your smile back, our professional teeth whitening can help you look and feel your best. You can erase years of discoloration and reveal a bright, confident smile.

Get Your Glow on

The GLO system can give you a noticeably brighter smile in about an hour. This in-office treatment is ideal if you have a big event coming up, such as a wedding or graduation. It works best on front teeth without existing restorations like veneers or crowns.

Whitening Works on Natural Teeth Only

Whitening gel brightens natural enamel but will not change the color of veneers, crowns, or fillings. That is why GLO works best on front teeth that have not been restored.

“Whitening will not work on caps, veneers, crowns or fillings.”

American Dental Association, MouthHealthy, “Teeth Whitening”

How to Prepare for Your Appointment

We recommend using either a prescription toothpaste or Sensodyne® toothpaste approximately two weeks before whitening.

Whitening Can Cause Temporary Sensitivity

Temporary sensitivity is a common side effect of whitening and usually fades within 24 hours. Using a desensitizing toothpaste for about two weeks beforehand helps prepare your teeth for treatment.

“Risk of temporary dental sensitivity is associated with all forms of bleaching”

American Dental Association, “Whitening” (Oral Health Topics)

Woman with long brown hair in a dental chair as a provider in blue gloves gently holds back her lips to check her teeth

What to Expect

When you come in for in-chair whitening, we will do the following:

Take your initial teeth shade before whitening.

Apply vitamin E oil to your lips.

Polish your teeth with pumice.

Use a cheek retractor to isolate your teeth from your lips or cheeks.

Place a barrier over your gums to protect them from the bleach solution.

Start the whitening process.

Perform 4-8 minute whitening sessions with gel and an activation mouth light.

Take after-whitening pictures.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some of the complications that might occur with this procedure?

Mild sensitivity may occur but that usually goes away in 24 hours.

What are the advantages or disadvantages of this procedure and are there any alternative procedures?

The advantages are brightening teeth with minimal discomfort and time.

Will it be uncomfortable to get my teeth whitened?

Not at all! This procedure is non-invasive and relatively pain-free.

Is this procedure covered by insurance?

Unfortunately, this service isn’t covered by most insurance, as it’s considered a cosmetic procedure.

Book Your Teeth Whitening Appointment With Our Team

Our teeth whitening can give you a beautiful, gleaming smile. Contact our Kirkland dental office today to get started.

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