Brighter, whiter teeth can make you feel more confident every time you smile. If your teeth have become stained or discolored over time, professional teeth whitening at Glendale Dental Associates can help refresh your smile and restore a brighter appearance.
At Glendale Dental Associates, we offer professional Opalescence® teeth whitening with both in-office and take-home options. Our team will evaluate your smile, discuss your goals, and help you choose the whitening approach that best fits your needs and lifestyle.
Why Do Teeth Become Discolored?
Tooth discoloration is a natural part of aging, but many everyday habits can contribute to staining. Common causes of tooth discoloration include:
- Coffee, tea, and other dark beverages
- Red wine
- Tobacco use
- Certain foods
- Natural aging
- Changes to the tooth enamel over time
- Certain medications or dental conditions
Some discoloration occurs on the outside of the tooth, while other types of staining develop within the tooth itself. Because the cause and type of discoloration can vary, professional evaluation can help determine whether teeth whitening is likely to provide the results you want.
Opalescence® Professional Teeth Whitening
At Glendale Dental Associates, we use Opalescence® for professional teeth whitening. Opalescence® offers professional whitening solutions designed to brighten natural teeth while incorporating ingredients intended to help minimize sensitivity.
We offer two convenient ways to whiten your smile.
In-Office Teeth Whitening
If you want a brighter smile without committing to an extended take-home treatment, in-office whitening may be a good option.
Professional whitening is performed under the supervision of our dental team, allowing us to monitor the process and tailor treatment to your smile. In-office whitening can provide noticeable brightening in a shorter period of time, making it a popular choice for patients who want a more immediate cosmetic improvement.
Before whitening, we will evaluate your teeth and gums to make sure professional whitening is appropriate for you.
Take-Home Teeth Whitening
Prefer to whiten your teeth on your own schedule? We also offer Opalescence® take-home whitening.
Take-home whitening allows you to brighten your smile from the comfort of your own home while following the treatment instructions provided by our team. This option can be convenient for patients who prefer a gradual approach or want more flexibility around their schedule.
Our team will explain how to use your whitening treatment and help you understand what to expect throughout the process.
Professional Whitening vs. Over-the-Counter Products
There are countless whitening products available in stores and online, but professional teeth whitening gives you the benefit of treatment selected and supervised by a dental team. Before recommending whitening, we can evaluate your teeth for cavities, damaged enamel, gum concerns, or other issues that may need to be addressed first. We can also help determine whether the type of discoloration you have is likely to respond to whitening.
Professional whitening can provide a more personalized approach than choosing a product without knowing what is causing your tooth discoloration.
Is Teeth Whitening Right for You?
Teeth whitening is generally intended for natural teeth and may not change the color of existing dental restorations such as crowns, veneers, bridges, or fillings.
If you have existing restorations or more significant discoloration, our team can discuss alternative cosmetic treatments that may better meet your goals. Depending on your smile, options such as dental bonding, veneers, or esthetic crowns may be appropriate. We will evaluate your individual smile and help you choose the most appropriate way to achieve the results you are looking for.
A Brighter Smile With Personalized Care
At Glendale Dental Associates, cosmetic dentistry is never about making every smile look the same. We take the time to understand your goals and recommend treatment based on your individual needs.
Our Indianapolis dental office combines professional cosmetic treatments with advanced technology, private operatories, an in-house dental laboratory, and more than 20 years of experience serving the community. Whether you choose in-office or take-home Opalescence® whitening, our team is here to help you achieve a brighter, more confident smile.
Ready to brighten your smile? Contact Glendale Dental Associates in Indianapolis, Indiana, to schedule a professional teeth whitening consultation today.
