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A brighter smile is closer than you think. All Virginia Family Dentistry general dentistry locations offer professional teeth whitening treatments designed to safely remove stains and discoloration, resulting in a noticeably whiter smile.
Teeth Whitening FAQ
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic dental treatment that lightens the color of natural teeth by removing stains and discoloration caused by food, drinks, tobacco, or aging. Our professional whitening systems use safe, dentist-approved bleaching agents that can make your teeth several shades lighter, often in just one visit.
To maintain your results, whitening treatments can be repeated periodically as recommended by your dentist.
Results vary from person to person, but professional teeth whitening can last from 6 months to 3 years, depending on your oral hygiene, diet, and lifestyle habits. Your dentist can recommend touch-up treatments or at-home maintenance options to keep your smile bright.
Professional whitening is most effective on natural teeth with yellow or surface-level stains. It does not change the color of crowns, veneers, fillings, or bridges, which may require other cosmetic options for a uniform appearance.
Yes, professional whitening treatments are safe and effective for most patients, including those with mild tooth sensitivity. However, your dentist will evaluate your teeth and gums first to determine the best whitening method for your comfort and results.
Whitening Options at Virginia Family Dentistry
All Virginia Family Dentistry locations offer in-office and take-home whitening treatments.
Prior to either treatment, we will need to ensure your teeth and gums are healthy and free of decay. If you are a current patient with Virginia Family Dentistry, be sure to ask about whitening at your next cleaning appointment. If you are not a current patient, we will need to schedule a consultation to discuss your whitening options.
While there are many options on the shelves that whiten teeth, the fact is that those products will only make your teeth slightly lighter. If you want real results, professional whitening is the only way to go. At our offices, you can get in-office teeth whitening or receive a custom at-home whitening kit.
In-Office Whitening
Virginia Family Dentistry offers a whitening technique that is performed in the office in just one day. All locations offer either Zoom or Boost whitening procedures, which take just a few hours. You will leave the office with whiter teeth and will not have to wait two weeks to see the same results.
At-Home Whitening
At home whitening kits usually require two short visits.
At the first appointment, an impression is taken to make a specialized tray to hold the whitening solution against the teeth.
The second appointment will be in a few days, and you will receive the tray and the whitening solution. The dentist will explain how to wear the trays for desired brightness.
The trays are worn 3-4 hours each night for about a week or two, depending on the shade of your teeth. At the end of this time, significant whitening will occur. When your teeth reach the desired brightness, only occasional treatment is needed to maintain your new smile.