Teeth Whitening

Everyone wants a bright and white smile. It is an important part of a good first impression. When looking for a whitening treatment, patients can be tempted to look for the kits available at big box stores.

While an over-the-counter kit can provide a certain degree of whitening, it is typically not as much as the patient is looking for. The activating agent in the whitening gel is not strong enough in a store-bought kit to affect any meaningful change. Patients tend to be disappointed with the results after a lengthy and messy treatment is finished.

Professional whitening treatments offered by Mark W. Sheppard, DDS, in Lewiston, Idaho, are much stronger and can provide up to 10 times more whitening than over-the-counter kits. The gels available to dentists’ offices require professional supervision to prevent damage to tooth enamel. If used incorrectly, the strong gel solutions can cause teeth to become opaque and yellow-tinged. Tooth sensitivity is also a risk.

The professional treatments also offer the benefit of shorter treatment times. A whitening treatment lasts only from 30 to 60 minutes. The number of visits required will depend on the amount of whitening needed for optimal results.

Discolored teeth can be caused by several different things, including genetics, illness, highly staining foods, and some prescription medications. No matter the cause, Dr. Sheppard can help improve your smile with his professional whitening services.

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