Teeth Whitening – Norman, OK
Brighten Your Discolored Teeth
Research shows that having an attractive smile is a valuable commodity. When shown photographs of men and women with white and bright smiles, research subjects thought these people were not only happier, but smarter, friendlier and even more successful. So, if that’s what a white smile in a photograph can do, imagine what it can do for you in real life! Contact our dental team at Bobby J. Carmen, DDS today to discuss professional teeth whitening in Norman.
Why Choose Bobby J. Carmen, DDS for Teeth Whitening?
- Quick, Reliable In-House Teeth Whitening
- Convenient, Professional-Grade Take-Home Kits
- Highly Trained, Personable Dentist
Do I Need Teeth Whitening?
Despite the fact that you brush and floss your teeth every day, tooth stains and discoloration are likely to accumulate over the course of years. Between foods and beverages that deposit stain-causing particles in micro-cracks of tooth enamel and other contributing factors, such as smoking, teeth grinding, and even genetics, you’re bound to see a change in the color of your smile as you age. However, the color you see now can be brightened with teeth whitening.
Dr. Carmen offers two types of teeth whitening systems. The first is an in-office system that works in about one hour. For patients who need the most dramatic results quickly, we recommend this safe and effective treatment. The other system is a convenient take-home kit that allows you to whiten your teeth gradually over a couple of weeks. Both systems result in a smile that is significantly whiter.
Opalescence Teeth Whitening
Over time, red wine, coffee, tobacco, and medications will alter the color of your teeth. Periodic teeth whitening has been proven safe and effective in removing surface stains to reveal a dazzling, white smile. We offer take-home and in-office teeth whitening by Opalescence.
Opalescence Boost teeth whitening is applied by Dr. Carmen directly in the office, offering a quick way to achieve a bright smile. Since it is chemically activated, there's no need for hot or uncomfortable LED lights. In just two or three 20-minute sessions, it's powerful 40% hydrogen peroxide forumla delivers noticeable results in as little as one hour!
Take-Home Teeth Whitening
With our take-home teeth whitening system, we will take impressions of your teeth and create custom mouth trays for you to use at home. Fill the trays with the professional-strength, take-home solution we provide and wear them as directed until your teeth reach the desired shade. You'll notice results within a few days, but for maximum whiteness, you should continue treatment for about two weeks. For long-lasting brilliance, Dr. Carmen may recommend combining in-office teeth whitening with periodic take-home touch-ups.
We also offer a prefabricated whitening tray system. This system consists of 10 trays that are preloaded with whitening solution that are used over consecutive days to achieve a brighter smile.
Understanding the Cost of Teeth Whitening
Plenty of patients want to whiten their teeth and eliminate dental stains, but how much is this treatment going to cost you? Will it be worth every penny you spend?
Understanding the cost of a professional teeth whitening treatment can be tricky. However, our team wants to be as transparent about your potential expenses as possible! Below you’ll find a list of factors that can affect the cost of your teeth whitening, as well as some treatment averages that can help you compare prices and value. Take a look, and please let us know if you have any questions.
Factors that Affect the Cost of Teeth Whitening
Most often, our patients can expect to achieve the results they want with just one round of treatment. In certain cases, though, we may need to include a few extra steps in your whitening plan, which can add to your overall expenses. Here’s what we mean:
If your teeth have severe staining, you might need two or more teeth whitening treatments.
If you have an oral condition like cavities or gum disease, we strongly recommend taking care of the problem before proceeding with teeth whitening.
If you have existing dental work like veneers or crowns, note that the whitening agents won’t brighten the inorganic materials. We can still make your smile look evenly shaded; we’ll simply have to polish or replace your dental work after whitening.
Types of Teeth Whitening: What Do They Cost?
On average, this is what you can expect different types of teeth whitening to cost:
- In-office, professional whitening: Between $400 and $800.
- Professional take-home kits: $100 to $600.
- Store-bought kits: $100 or less.
- Store-bought gels and toothpastes: Anywhere from $7 to $40.
Professional Teeth Whitening VS Store-Bought Teeth Whitening
The reason professional teeth whitening treatments tend to be more expensive than store-bought is that we use higher quality product ingredients. The solutions you’ll find at your local store don’t often produce noticeable results, and can erode your enamel when used improperly or too frequently. Unfortunately, usage directions aren’t always clear, and many patients run the risk of harming their oral health.
Our whitening agents are professional-grade and FDA approved. They’re much gentler on your enamel and can brighten your smile by up to eight shades. Since Dr. Carmen can also customize your take-home trays or apply the agents himself, you won’t have to worry about “overusing” your treatment!
Options For Making Teeth Whitening Affordable
Dental insurance doesn’t usually cover any teeth whitening costs, so we partner with CareCredit to help make treatment more affordable for our patients. Once you apply, you’ll have access to several little-to-no-interest monthly payment plans. Simply choose the one that works best for you and pay for your teeth whitening at your own pace!