Teeth Whitening
Professional teeth whitening is a simple, non-invasive way to brighten your smile and enhance the natural color of your teeth. Unlike over-the-counter products, our whitening system uses custom-made trays designed specifically for your smile, helping deliver even, predictable results from the comfort of your home.
If you’ve noticed your teeth becoming darker over time or have stains you’d like to improve, professional whitening may be an excellent option.
Great for improving:
Stains or discoloration from coffee, tea, wine, smoking, or the natural aging process.
Benefits of professional teeth whitening
For many patients, teeth whitening is one of the quickest and most affordable ways to refresh their smile. Professional whitening offers several advantages, including:
- Brightens the natural color of your teeth
- Helps reduce stains from coffee, tea, wine, and smoking
- Non-invasive treatment with no drilling or anesthesia
- Custom trays designed specifically for your smile
- Convenient treatment completed at home
How does teeth whitening work?
We’ll begin by creating custom whitening trays designed to fit your teeth comfortably. Once your trays are ready, you’ll use them at home with professional whitening gel one to two times each day. Most patients begin with approximately two weeks of treatment, although we’ll provide personalized instructions based on your individual needs and whitening goals.
Because the trays are custom-made, the whitening gel is distributed more evenly than with many store-bought products.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does teeth whitening make my teeth sensitive?
It’s unusual for teeth whitening to cause sensitivity, but it can happen—especially if your teeth are already sensitive before treatment. We often recommend using Sensodyne® toothpaste during whitening therapy to help minimize sensitivity.
Are there things I should avoid during whitening treatment?
Yes. While whitening, it’s best to avoid foods and drinks that can stain your teeth, including coffee, tea, red wine, and tobacco products, to help achieve the best possible results.
Is professional whitening right for everyone?
Professional whitening works very well for many types of natural tooth discoloration. However, existing fillings, crowns, veneers, and certain types of deep tooth discoloration do not respond to whitening in the same way. If whitening isn’t the best option for your smile, we’ll discuss alternatives such as veneers or dental crowns.
Why choose us for teeth whitening in Northeast Philadelphia?
We believe cosmetic dentistry should enhance your natural smile, not make it look artificial. At Torresdale Dental Associates, our custom whitening trays are made specifically for your teeth, providing a comfortable fit and more consistent whitening than many over-the-counter products. We’ll also evaluate your smile beforehand to determine whether whitening is the best treatment for your goals or whether another cosmetic option may provide better results.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn whether our customized whitening treatment is right for you.
Ready for a brighter smile?
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Veneers
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Dental Crowns
A crown is a treatment that is completed when a tooth has a cavity or fracture that compromises a large portion of the tooth.
Dental Fillings
A dental filling is a tooth-colored material that is used to treat a tooth with a cavity. Once the cavity is gently removed, the filling is placed to seamlessly restore the tooth to its original form and function.