How Long Does Teeth Whitening Last?
If you’ve ever considered teeth whitening, you’ve probably asked: how long does teeth whitening last? With different teeth whitening treatment options available, in-office or home treatments, and more, the time that your whitening lasts can vary.
So, with those options available, how do you know which will work best and last the longest? The professionals at West Wind Dental always try to provide the best insight for our patients on professional teeth work. So, let’s further discuss how to get the best teeth whitening results for you!
In-Office Teeth Whitening Vs. Home Solutions
Most know that teeth whitening methods vary. From professional teeth whitening with a dentist to simple at-home teeth whitening using whitening strips, toothpaste, and more, there are different teeth whitening methods to try to get the best results.
Professional teeth whitening treatment through cosmetic dentistry often guarantees the best results. In-office whitening services with West Wind Dental not only whiten your teeth, but do it safely. We put protective barriers on the gums to best protect your soft tissues from bleaching chemicals that are used in the process. This is why it’s often called ‘teeth bleaching.’
Chemical agents utilized for this cosmetic procedure include things like hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide in concentrations that you can’t get over the counter. These provide better penetration on the enamel, but also need to be handled by professionals to safely handle surface stains.
Pre- and Post-Teeth-Whitening Work
Extrinsic stains on teeth happen on the outer layer of your teeth at the tooth enamel. This happens for a variety of reasons, from food and drinks staining your teeth over time to poor dental hygiene.
You may not notice tooth staining until you see it compared to those who have gone through the process of whitening teeth. But, when put next to one another, the difference becomes more apparent.
The difference that in-office teeth whitening services can make is the difference between a normal or a brighter smile. Whether you’re frequently in front of a camera and looking to make a public impact or simply want to impress those in your day-to-day life, a professionally-applied whitening agent can make your smile really shine.
Teeth Whitening Options
When looking for whiter teeth, you have different options available to you. Although tooth discoloration is a reality that everyone faces over time, there are teeth whitening products and services available to fit your preferences or schedule.
If you don’t have time to make appointments, over the counter items such as white strips may work to whiten your teeth, according to the American Dental Association. Full teeth whitening kits or even just whitening toothpaste can also provide a daily rebuttal against stains that accumulate over time.
However, the best teeth whitening method comes with visiting your dentist. As experts in teeth, your dentist’s office can help make the best recommendations and service versus just using over-the-counter products.
Dental Office Teeth Whitening
So, how long does teeth whitening actually last? Good oral hygiene and general dental health will always help to keep teeth white. But, stains inevitably happen over time. But, if you get regular teeth whitening services done with a dental professional, it will typically last as long as 3 years!
Professional teeth whitening procedures with West Wind Dental offer a painless whitening process that is guaranteed to help your natural teeth achieve a brighter appearance. If you want to schedule cosmetic dentistry with us, reach out soon!
Dr. Andrew Hamilton, DDS, FAGD
Dr. Hamilton is an active member of several professional organizations including the American Dental Association (ADA), the Michigan Dental Association (MDA), the Kalamazoo Valley District Dental Society (KVDDS), the American Academy of Implant dentistry (AAID), the International Academy of Facial Aesthetics (IAFA) and also attends courses with the Pikos Institute in Northwest Florida. He is a member of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICIO), has achieved fellowship status in the International Dental Implant Association (IDIA) and in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD), has graduated from and is an alumnus of the Kois Center program in Seattle, and is on the faculty of the Global Dental Implant Academy (GDIA).
The little spare time left over is spent Steelhead and Salmon fishing and the occasional round of golf.