There are plenty of reasons why patients choose to have their teeth whitened. Maybe you’re part of the wedding party for an upcoming ceremony and you need to get those chompers bleached. In the business world, nothing pads a good impression more than having a white, bright smile. The important question to ask yourself isn’t why you need whitening treatment, but how you want it done. There are various reasons as to why teeth become discolored to begin with, and a lot of it has to do with what you’re eating and drinking. The only way to receive whitening treatment is either in a dental office or using over-the-counter products. Our office in Norman, OK is equipped with both in-office and at-home treatment options. We can’t say which treatment will be right for you, but we can help guide you down the right path. For the best advice for teeth whitening, Norman residents know who they can trust: Dr. Bobby Carmen. Behold: the differences in over-the-counter and in-office whitening treatment.
Over-The-Counter Treatment
Picture this: you’re at the grocery store and you stumble upon the dental product aisle. You see several whitening products but aren’t sure how well they work (or don’t work). No matter where you shop, you’re bound to find whitening products located somewhere. They come in different treatment types, including whitening strips, rinses, gels and trays. Because they are so easy to come by, results usually hover in the moderate-to-good range. Waiting is the hardest part, especially when it comes to seeing results. There are certain products that can take a while to produce results, usually upwards of 12 weeks. It almost always requires multiple applications for extensive time periods. Gel strips are great if you want longer-lasting results. They’re capable of whitening your teeth up to four months.
All in all, over-the-counter treatment is typically recommended for patients that don’t need dramatic whitening results. A tooth here or there is experiencing slight discoloration, but it isn’t ruining your smile. Though they are much cheaper alternatives than receiving in-office treatment, the quality isn’t anywhere near the type of treatment you can receive in our dental office.
In-Office Treatment
For the best tooth whitening, Norman residents know which treatment can give them the best results. Professional service means professional results that last longer and look better. You can get a whiter smile in usually one visit and appointment times shouldn’t exceed an hour. Of course, this all depends on the state of your teeth.
Our office has two whitening systems: KoR Whitening and custom take-home trays. Without getting into too much detail, you should know that both of these methods can give you a white smile that over-the-counter products wish they could deliver. Plus, it’s safer. There are many over-the-counter whitening products that contain harmful chemicals that are unknown to most people. Why flirt with that disaster when you can receive safe treatment in a caring atmosphere?
Schedule Your In-Office Treatment Today
Dr. Carmen and his staff are ready to give your smile the brightness it needs. When choosing between over-the-counter treatment or in-office, we recommend going with the pros at our office in Norman, OK. Whitening treatment is available in the surrounding communities of Moore, Goldsby, Noble, Newcastle and beyond.