In today’s modern world, we all live quick and busy lives. So it’s no surprise that many of us want our dental procedures and enhancements to be the same way! One of the questions we get asked most often by those interested in teeth whitening is how long the treatment will take. The answer, however, is not that simple as a lot of factors can affect the length of treatment. These factors include teeth age, condition, and much more. If you think teeth whitening is the answer for you, here’s everything you need to know.
What is teeth whitening?
Teeth whitening is the process of using chemicals that penetrate the enamel of your teeth to bleach them and make them appear whiter and brighter. Your dentist will make a tray that is fitted to your teeth to ensure that all of the whitening agent goes on without missing any parts or affecting your gums. Next, your dentist will place a whitening agent containing an active ingredient such as hydrogen peroxide, in the tray and place on your teeth. The active ingredient breaks down and delivers oxygen to your teeth, producing a whiter smile.
How long does teeth whitening take?
When it comes to whitening your teeth, the length of the process can depend on the amount of stain on the teeth. That being said, professional teeth whitening treatments can take anywhere from 3-4 weeks.
As previously mentioned, your dentist will fit you for a tray and for the whitening treatment in his or her office. Once this process begins, you will also need to apply the whitening product at home over a time span of 2-4 weeks. The number of applications again depends on the stains present on your teeth. The alternative to a dentist fitting you for a tray and doing the sessions yourself is to visit your dentist to have him or her apply the treatments. In this case, you will typically see results after two treatments.
All in all, whitening your teeth is faster and safer when working with a dentist. If you’re interested in enhancing your smile, contact us today!
