If you are looking to restore your smile and are searching for a Spokane dentist to assist you in this endeavor, teeth whitening may be a good option for you.  We offer this service here in our Spokane dentist office.  Let us tell you about some of the benefits of this procedure.

As you may know, teeth whitening can help restore luster to teeth that have become stained, dull or discolored over time.  Often this staining is caused by various foods such as coffee, tea, red wine and berries.  Food particles in these substances are attracted by a particular protein in them that then binds to tooth enamel, resulting in staining.  Also, as enamel wears away, more dentin in the teeth becomes exposed which then results in yellowing.  Aging and trauma can also be factors that contribute to teeth becoming stained or discolored, as can certain medications.

You may be tempted to try at-home teeth whitening kits, but although these commercially available products can be somewhat effective for some people, they contain harsh ingredients that wear away tooth enamel and can cause sensitivity.

We offer a tooth whitening system here in our Spokane dentist office, administered by a professional trained in the procedure.  You are much more likely to have satisfactory results when your tooth whitening procedure is done by a professional.  When done properly, results can last up to five years.

Something to keep in mind, however, is that whitening agents change tooth color, but are not effective on all types of stains.  Brownish or grayish colorization will not be affected by bleach, so teeth affected by excess fluoride or certain other medications are not good candidates for this procedure.  Neither would be pitted, badly discolored teeth or those involving restorations such as bonding, tooth colored fillings, bridges or crowns.  The use of dental bonding or porcelain veneers would likely be the best course of action in these situations.

We are deeply committed to using the safest, most effective methods to assure the most desirable results for our tooth whitening patients, and we encourage you to contact our Spokane dentist to discuss how we can assist you in attaining the white smile you are hoping for.

If cost is a concern to you we have a friendly finance staff that will be happy to discuss billing options with you for treatment.  We generally recommend an initial treatment with follow-ups at suggested intervals to maintain your new white smile.  This will allow you optimum results.  We routinely offer specials on teeth whitening and can assist you with a customized payment plan if that best suits your needs.  Don’t wait another minute to restore your smile!  A whiter, brighter smile is virtually minutes away.