Professional whitening uses stronger whitening agents, customized treatment, and dental supervision to provide more predictable and effective results.
Teeth Whitening
Refresh your smile with professional teeth whitening. Choose convenient take-home trays or powerful in-office treatment for noticeable results.
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Cost
Professional teeth whitening costs $420 for an in-office whitening treatment or $378 for custom take-home whitening trays.
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Procedure Duration
In-office whitening typically takes about 60 to 90 minutes, while take-home whitening is completed over several days or weeks as directed.
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What to Expect
Most patients experience little to no discomfort, although temporary tooth sensitivity may occur after whitening treatment.
Sedation Dentistry
Professional Teeth Whitening in Wichita, KS
Professional teeth whitening can safely brighten your smile by reducing stains and discoloration caused by coffee, tea, wine, tobacco, and everyday aging. At Rockwood Dental Center, you can choose fast in-office whitening for immediate results or customized take-home whitening trays that let you whiten your teeth at your own pace.
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Process
- Your dentist examines your teeth and gums to determine if professional whitening is right for you.
- Surface stains and plaque are removed before whitening begins.
- For in-office whitening, your gums and soft tissues are carefully protected before the whitening gel is applied.
- For take-home whitening, custom trays are created so you can whiten your teeth comfortably at home.
- Your dentist provides instructions to help you achieve and maintain your whitening results.
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Next Steps
- Brush and floss daily to help maintain your brighter smile.
- Limit coffee, tea, red wine, tobacco, and other stain-causing foods and beverages, especially during the first 48 hours after whitening.
- Use your custom take-home trays as instructed.
- Continue scheduling regular dental checkups and professional cleanings.
- Ask your dentist about future whitening treatments to help maintain your results.
FAQ
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What is the difference between a whitening treatment at the dentist and a store-bought kit?
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How does the dentist protect the rest of your mouth during an in-office whitening visit?
Your dentist carefully shields your gums and other soft tissues before applying the whitening gel to help protect your mouth during treatment.
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What kinds of foods and drinks should you avoid after your teeth are whitened?
Avoid coffee, tea, red wine, berries, tomato-based sauces, tobacco products, and other dark-colored foods and beverages for at least 48 hours.