Teeth Whitening Phoenix
Lift Stubborn Stains, Reveal a Dazzling Grin
Has your smile lost its sparkle? You're far from alone. At Smile Fitness Dental Center, our cosmetic dentistry team offers in-office and take-home teeth whitening so our patients can enjoy brighter and more dazzling smiles instead of ones marred by stains and discoloration. Not only that, but we use Zoom! Whitening, which is the top teeth whitening system currently in use by dental professionals. If you are interested in learning more about this smile-enhancing solution, give us a call or read on!
Why Choose Smile Fitness Dental Centers for Teeth Whitening?
- In-Office and Take-Home Treatments Available
- Convenient Office Hours, Including Evenings
- Affordable Payment Options Available
Who is a Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening?
Coffee, tea, red wine, soda, and other dark-colored beverages can discolor your smile. Not only that, but aging, tobacco use, and even some medications can cause stubborn stains to develop. So, if your pearly whites are no longer living up to their name, you’re not alone. Plus, that doesn’t need to be the new norm. With professional teeth whitening treatments, we can help patients achieve a smile they genuinely love again.
Important reminder: Your teeth and gums need to be healthy in order to undergo any cosmetic dental treatments. So, if we find a cavity, gum disease, or another oral health issue during your consultation, we will need to provide the necessary restorative care first.
How Does Teeth Whitening Work?
The process looks a bit different depending on whether you choose an in-office or take-home whitening treatment. At your consultation, we will review each option in-depth to help you decide which one is ideal for you. Of course, if you want to learn more in the meantime, you can read on as well!
Take-Home Teeth Whitening
Would you prefer to whiten your smile in the comfort of your own home? If so, ask us about our take-home teeth whitening treatments! If we determine that you’re a good candidate, our cosmetic dentists will make custom trays and provide you with a professional-strength teeth whitening gel. Many of our patients see whiter teeth after just one application, but the full results will emerge after approximately two weeks of use.
In-Office Teeth Whitening
Once our cosmetic dentistry team is sure you're comfortable, we'll place a protective covering over your lips and gums. When the Zoom! gel has been carefully applied to your teeth, a special low-heat light will activate the pH-balanced hydrogen peroxide in the gel, putting it to work on your stains. Afterwards, your cosmetic dentist will apply a protective fluoride treatment to the teeth that have been whitened.
Tips for Maintaining Your Brighter Smile
To prolong the lifespan of your results, we recommend:
- Avoiding dark-colored drinks, like soda and red wine
- Eating white fish, egg whites, and other light-colored foods
- Brushing, flossing, and rinsing with mouthwash consistently
- Coming to our office every six months for a checkup and cleaning
- Not using tobacco products
- Scheduling touch-up whitening treatments as needed
Imagine the Difference a Whiter Smile Could Make
With a whiter smile, you can enjoy a better sense of self-confidence that could positively impact how you see the world and how you interact with others. You might even find that with a whiter smile, avenues you were afraid to explore before no longer seem as intimidating. As a result, new and unexpected opportunities could come your way. And all because your teeth are a few shades whiter than they were before!
Understanding the Cost of Teeth Whitening
Most dental insurance policies don’t cover the cost of cosmetic treatments that are intended to enhance your appearance more than improve your oral health, like teeth whitening. As a result, some patients wonder whether they can afford to brighten their grin.
However, our team in Phoenix cannot accurately determine a price until we’ve examined your condition and know what’s needed to provide the desired outcome. Continue reading to learn more about the anticipated rate, and feel free to contact us for additional information.
Factors That Affect the Cost of Teeth Whitening
Although teeth whitening products typically have a predetermined rate, there are different factors that can potentially influence how many treatments will be required to achieve the perfect shade, including:
- The severity of the discoloration. Those with slightly off-white teeth might only need a single application while severely tinted teeth are more likely to require multiple repetitions.
- The type of blemishes present. Extrinsic stains from consuming darkly pigmented foods often respond better to topical bleaches than deeply seated intrinsic discoloration in the lower layer of dentin, which may require several treatments.
- Your dental condition. Before administering any cosmetic procedure, our team will examine your mouth and treat any areas of concern, like cavities or gum disease, which must also be paid for.
Types of Teeth Whitening and Their Costs
There are potentially several ways to lighten your grin, outlined for your convenience in more detail below:
- In-office procedure. Our team offers in-office treatments that can instantly lift the tone of your teeth by up to eight shades in a single visit, often for $400 to $800+, depending on your circumstances.
- Professional take-home kit. We can also send you home with everything you need for high-quality results from your living room, like custom-fitted applicator trays and ultra-concentrated gels, usually for a few hundred dollars.
- “Over-the-counter” trays. It’s sometimes possible to purchase one-size-fits-all whitening applicators for $100 or less.
- Commercial-grade strips. Many stores and pharmacies carry whitening strips and gels for about $20 to $40 per box.
Store-Bought vs. Professional Teeth Whitening
You’re not alone if you’re looking at the figures listed above and are wondering why you should invest in professional whitening services with our team when there are less expensive options available.
However, when it comes to cosmetic dentistry, a product’s quality is often reflected in its price. Many over-the-counter products contain diluted bleaching agents that are less effective and rely on one-size-fits-all strips or trays that leave plenty of room for error. You might not achieve consistent results, or you could develop sensitivity if you overapply or misuse the harsh chemicals.
Meanwhile, our team has access to professional-strength gels that are designed to mitigate potential discomfort. Plus, we’ll examine your mouth first to ensure that it’s as healthy as it is beautiful when your treatment is complete!
Options for Making Teeth Whitening Affordable
We understand that many people worry about paying for their cosmetic enhancements, but we believe that everyone deserves a smile they can feel proud of, regardless of their finances. To help make this service more affordable, you can apply for a flexible financial plan through CareCredit. If approved, you can divide your final invoice into more manageable installments over a designated period to set your mind at ease.