Sparkling white teeth can transform your smile. For the longest time, the only way to achieve such a smile was to invest in expensive teeth whitening products or submit to involved cosmetic procedures. Fortunately, things have changed, and you can now reap the benefits of professional teeth whitening from the comfort of your dentist's chair. Below are three benefits of choosing this procedure to brighten your teeth.

3 Advantages of Having Your Teeth Professionally Whitened by a Dentist

1. Fast & Dramatic Results

Teeth whitening procedures will restore the original shine of your teeth and can even make them whiter than they once were. If your dentist uses a tray whitening system, it will comprise two parts. The process begins with your dentist taking a custom-mold of your mouth. Then, you simply apply the whitening gel and wear the mold for a couple of days. It's not uncommon to see teeth four to eight shades brighter once you've started treatment. For chairside whitening procedures, dentists use a safe whitening gel and low-intensity light to provide you with whiter teeth in about an hour. Patients are unlikely to see results this significant with over-the-counter whitening products, as they don’t contain as much carbamide peroxide — the whitening agent that’s in products administered by dentists. 

2. Custom Color & Fit

With tray whitening systems, not only is the mold customized to the contours of your mouth, assuring a comprehensive, all-around cleaning, but you can personalize the shade of whitening as well. The same is true for choosing a shade with chairside whitening procedures. For most people, blindingly white teeth will look a little unnatural. You can work with the dentist to find the precise shade most appropriate for the look you want to achieve.

3. Safe Procedure

Professional teeth whitening is safe for the majority of people. If you have sensitivities to the bleach or any other ingredients in the gel, discuss your concerns beforehand with your dentist. Your dentist will also ensure that the bleach stays on the teeth and does not harm the gums in any way. 

Professional teeth whitening is the fastest and safest way to get the smile you've always dreamed of. That’s why Dr. Charles Bumgardner, DMD, is committed to giving residents of Lexington, SC, options when it comes to improving their smiles. In addition to tray whitening procedures, his team is proud to offer a chairside whitening technique utilizing Zoom® products. They also offer general and restorative dentistry, from routine exams and X-rays to crowns, bridges, and root canals. Visit the website to learn more about these and other services, or call (803) 356-6030 to schedule a consultation for teeth whitening today.