(386) 734-8585Teeth Whitening – DeLand, FL
Brighter, Whiter Smiles That Last
The first trait that people often notice about you is your smile. That can be a good thing if you feel confident in your grin, but many people have stained or discolored teeth that make them embarrassed to smile. Before patients visit us for Zoom! Teeth Whitening in DeLand, FL, they usually have attempted store-bought whitening kits with no success. These aren’t always safe to use on your teeth and typically don’t provide you with lasting results. That’s why Dr. Christopher Cowell, your cosmetic dentist in DeLand, offers safe and highly effective take-home teeth whitening treatment. For questions or to schedule a consultation and learn more, feel free to contact our dental office today.
Why Choose Christopher J. Cowell DMD for Teeth Whitening?
- Offers Ultradent & Zoom! Teeth Whitening Options
- Completely Customized & Safe Treatments
- Financing Available Through CareCredit
Who is a Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening?
Those who are struggling with dental discoloration or simply aren’t happy with the color of their smile can often benefit greatly from professional teeth whitening. However, our team will need to thoroughly assess your oral health to confirm that you are free of any issues that could lead to complications later on, such as gum disease, decay, or infection. Once we’re able to address any of these underlying problems, we can move forward with planning your treatment process.
How Does Teeth Whitening Work?
Our team understands that every patient is different, which is why we offer take-home treatment. Depending on the range of drastic results you’re looking to achieve, we offer different strengths of Zoom! Teeth Whitening take-home kits. They all include full-strength teeth whitening gel and trays that you can put on your teeth at varying times throughout the day, depending on your schedule. Within about two weeks, you should be able to achieve noticeable and long-lasting results.
Benefits of Professional Teeth Whitening
Unlike other teeth whitening treatments that may cause dental sensitivity, Zoom! Teeth Whitening in DeLand contains ingredients that strengthen your enamel and boost your oral health, such as amorphous calcium phosphate, potassium nitrite, and fluoride. That way, instead of simply brightening your smile, you can also feel great about the health of your pearly whites as well as your gum line. Our professional-grade options can also offer results that can last a few years with proper care, which is much longer than you’d expect from store-bought products.
Tips for Maintaining Your Brighter Smile
After you’ve successfully brightened your pearly whites, you’ll want to take certain measures to make the most of your results. To help preserve your new look, here are several tips you’ll want to consider following your treatment:
- Reduce how often you eat or drink dark-colored treats and beverages
- Refrain from bad oral habits that can lead to tooth stains, such as smoking
- Brush, floss, and rinse your smile every day
- Schedule teeth whitening touch-up treatments to prolong the lifespan of your results
- Visit your dentist every six months for checkups and cleanings
Understanding the Cost of Teeth Whitening
A bright smile doesn't have to cost an arm or a leg. Many factors affect the cost of teeth whitening, but we strive to keep a beautiful smile within everyone's budget. We have the solutions you need to reverse stains and discoloration without spending your life's savings with take-home teeth whitening.
Factors That Affect the Cost of Teeth Whitening
There's no flat fee for teeth whitening because every situation differs. Many things can influence the cost. You'll first require a consultation with your cosmetic dentist to ensure you're a candidate for teeth whitening. You must have healthy teeth and gums, so it's not unusual to require a little prep work before your treatment, like a dental filling. The severity of your discoloration can also affect the amount you'll pay. Your cosmetic dentist will create a personalized treatment plan and a member of our dental team will review your estimate, so you'll know exactly what you'll need to pay before committing to anything.
Types of Teeth Whitening: What Do They Cost?
You'll find many whitening kits available over-the-counter, which are convenient and affordable. However, you won't achieve any noticeable or lasting results, which means you're just throwing money down the drain. You can get the results you want with the convenience of an over-the-counter product while achieving in-office results using a take-home kit available from our office. We will give you everything you need to whiten your smile at home, including a professional-strength whitening gel and custom-fit trays. You'll use the kit every day for about 2 weeks. Your teeth will get whiter gradually until they are up to 8 shades brighter. Your investment can last for many months or years, providing a cost-effective solution for tooth stains.
Inexpensive Teeth Whitening vs. Professional Teeth Whitening
Not only are inexpensive teeth whitening kits ineffective, but they can also be damaging to your dental health. Not everyone is a candidate for teeth whitening, and not all stains respond to whitening ingredients. You may unknowingly damage your teeth and gums. When you visit a dentist for teeth whitening, you're investing in safe, proven results. Your dentist will ensure teeth whitening is right for you. Our office only uses trusted whitening products to resolve stubborn stains.
Options for Making Teeth Whitening Affordable
Our office offers several flexible financial options to keep teeth whitening affordable, like:
- Traditional Payments: We accept all traditional payment methods for your convenience, including cash, personal checks, and most major credit cards.
- Dental Insurance: Dental insurance doesn't cover elective services, like teeth whitening. However, your benefits may include any medically necessary prep work, like a dental cleaning or filling. We will work on your behalf with your dental insurance to maximize any appropriate coverage.
- Financing: You can pay for teeth whitening using monthly installments with little or no interest in financing through CareCredit.
Teeth Whitening FAQs
If you’re looking to enhance your smile, teeth whitening may be the quick, affordable option you’ve been looking for. However, you may still have some unanswered questions about the treatment. Here are some of the most common inquiries we’re asked about teeth whitening in DeLand. If you don’t see the information that you’re looking for below, give us a call! We’d be happy to answer your questions and schedule an appointment.
Does Teeth Whitening Hurt?
Many patients are hesitant to commit to dental procedures, including teeth whitening, because they are worried that the treatment will hurt. Since professional teeth whitening is entirely custom, you are much less likely to experience tooth sensitivity. If your teeth tend to be more prone to sensitivity, let us know so we can do our best to prevent this! By spacing out treatments, avoiding hot beverages, and using special toothpaste, this unpleasant sensation can be avoided.
Does Teeth Whitening Damage Enamel?
Professional teeth whitening does not damage healthy tooth enamel. However, if your teeth are compromised by decay, gum disease, or another oral health issue, the chemicals can cause further problems. This is why it is so important that you undergo a comprehensive dental exam beforehand. Additional damage can also occur from at-home remedies, like using activated charcoal and hydrogen peroxide to address discoloration. Overuse of whitening products can wear away your enamel as well. If you want to whiten your teeth, you should always consult with your dentist ahead of time. Your oral health is and should always be the number one priority!
Does Teeth Whitening Work on Dental Crowns?
Dental crowns cannot be whitened like your natural teeth can. Fortunately, you can prevent your dental crowns from becoming discolored by implementing excellent oral hygiene practices, staying away from dark-colored beverages, and refraining from smoking. If you are unhappy with the shade of your dental crown, it can be replaced to better suit your smile goals.
Is Teeth Whitening Permanent?
No, teeth whitening is not a permanent cosmetic treatment. Results will typically last anywhere from a couple of months to a few years depending on how well they are cared for. To prolong your results, you should implement a solid at-home oral hygiene routine, attend your regular cleanings and checkups, and avoid poor dental habits. Touch-up treatments are available to maintain the beautiful, pearly white results!
How Long Does Teeth Whitening Treatment Take?
Teeth whitening is incredibly popular because it’s a highly effective and fast treatment. Our take-home option can gradually brighten your smile over the course of a couple of weeks. All you have to do is wear the custom-made trays and special whitening gel every day as instructed! You’ll have the sparkling set of pearly whites you’ve always wanted in no time.