Laser teeth whitening is an advanced cosmetic dentistry procedure that uses a powerful bleaching agent to whiten your smile. It’s a safe and effective way to brighten your smile by up to 12 shades in one visit.
Over time, our teeth become stained due to a variety of factors, including the foods and drinks we consume, age, genetics, and certain medications. Regular brushing and at-home whitening products can only get you so far.
Comfort
A bright and white smile is a great way to improve your appearance and boost your self-confidence. However, discolored or darkened teeth can take that confidence away from you.
At Austin Laser Dentist, we offer laser teeth whitening as a quick and effective solution for a whiter smile. Patients can walk out of the office with a brighter smile in as little as 60 minutes.
Our laser teeth whitening procedure uses a safe and powerful whitening gel to whiten your teeth. We also use a protective sealant that minimizes tooth and gum sensitivity.
We have found that patients experience minimal sensitivity during and after their whitening treatment. This means that you can return to eating and drinking normally after your session.
You can continue to maintain your smile after your whitening session by maintaining good oral hygiene habits and visiting us every 1-2 years for maintenance treatments. The whitening results are long-lasting and you will see noticeable improvements in your smile over time.
Sensitivity
Laser teeth whitening in San Antonio provides dramatic results that are quick, easy and safe. The dentist uses a highly concentrated hydrogen peroxide gel and a powerful laser to break up stains and discolorations on your teeth.
Compared to other types of whitening treatments, laser teeth whitening has minimal sensitivity. Patients may experience a temporary increase in sensitivity as the gel is applied to the teeth, but it will subside shortly.
At Fifth Avenue Dental Arts, our staff has extensive experience providing teeth whitening that is completely safe and effective. First, one of our providers will prep your mouth by covering your gums to keep them protected from the whitening agents.
Next, a strong whitening varnish is applied to your teeth. It is then covered with a protective sealant to minimize tooth sensitivity during treatment. After 30 to 45 minutes, the dried varnish is removed and you are left with a brighter smile.
Time
Laser Teeth Whitening in San Antonio is a quick and effective way to achieve a brighter smile. It typically takes about an hour in the office and a few treatments may be required to achieve your desired result.
Your dentist will first evaluate your oral health to make sure that you are a good candidate for this procedure. This also helps the dentist to identify if any restorations are located in the front of your mouth that would not be able to be whitened with this treatment.
The dentist will then apply a whitening gel to your teeth and use a pen-style laser device to activate the gel. This causes it to foam and begin to remove stains from your teeth. Once the whitening is complete, your dentist will use a suction tool to remove the remaining whitening gel. This process is repeated several times.
Cost
Laser teeth whitening is an affordable cosmetic dental procedure that whitens your teeth in the office. The process takes about an hour and can achieve dramatic results.
Unlike over-the-counter products, dentists can use higher concentrations of whitening solutions and specialized tools during the procedure. This allows them to get the best results possible in less time.
The cost of this procedure depends on the dentist and area. It can be cheaper in cities than rural areas because of competition between dentists.
To get the most dramatic results, you should have several follow-up sessions (with top ups every year or two). Depending on your lifestyle and oral health, laser whitening can last for up to 2 years.