We are bombarded with products to whiten our smiles everywhere we turn. There are whitening strips, gels, and trays available in drug stores. Most toothpaste brands offer one or more whitening options. With so many choices, you may feel overwhelmed trying to decide what’s right for you. The cosmetic dentists at Tkatch Dentistry in High Point, NC, offer professional teeth whitening as a safe and effective alternative to over-the-counter (OTC) methods.

Below are four advantages of professional teeth whitening over OTC methods: 

1. Dentist-Supervised Treatments

Dentist supervision is one of the biggest advantages of professional teeth whitening. Patients who choose OTC methods without consulting with their dentist first may end up damaging their teeth. They also risk over-whitening, leaving them with an unnatural-looking smile. When you opt for professional teeth whitening from Tkatch Dentistry, you eliminate these risks.

2. Fast & Effective

Over-the-counter whitening products must limit the strength of their whitening gels. This makes them less effective, and it takes longer to see results. Professional whitening products provided by your dentist consist of professional strength gels and bleach. With take-home whitening kits from Tkatch Dentistry, it takes just two weeks of daily whitening to achieve a smile up to eight shades brighter. 

3. Convenience

Tkatch Dentistry offers take-home professional whitening kits. These kits include custom whitening trays that fit snugly over your teeth. They also include professional strength gels. With this kit, you can whiten from the comfort of your own home, whenever it’s most convenient for you. Some patients need to wear the trays for as little as 30 minutes each day while others benefit from overnight wear.

4. Ideal for Sensitive Teeth

If you have sensitive teeth, you may notice that OTC whitening products make your sensitivity worse. Fortunately, professional options are available. Many professional strength whitening gels are formulated for those with sensitive teeth. You may also want to consider other cosmetic options if teeth whitening doesn’t work for you. The cosmetic dentists at Tkatch Dentistry also offer porcelain veneers and crowns, which can brighten your smile.

If you want a safe way to whiten your smile from home, contact Tkatch Dentistry. Their family dentists also offer root canal treatments, dental implants, and other procedures to meet all of your dental health needs. You can review all of the treatments they offer online.