Teeth Whitening
Professional whitening that safely lifts years of stains, with results well beyond over-the-counter kits.
A brighter, whiter smile can transform your appearance and boost your confidence. Professional teeth whitening offers dramatic results that over-the-counter products simply cannot match. Whether your teeth are discolored from coffee, tea, wine, smoking, or the natural aging process, our professional whitening treatments can restore your smile to its brilliant best in just one appointment.
At Mercado Dental Studio, we use professional-grade whitening technology that safely removes years of accumulated stains while protecting your enamel. Unlike drugstore strips that deliver minimal and unpredictable results, our in-office whitening is scientifically formulated, carefully monitored by Dr. Mercado, and delivered by experienced dental professionals.
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How Professional Whitening Works
Our professional whitening procedure is straightforward and comfortable. During your 45-60 minute appointment, we apply a protective barrier gel to your gums and lips to keep them safe during treatment. Then we carefully apply professional-grade whitening gel to the surfaces of your teeth. The gel is activated using specialized light technology, and the process is repeated every 15 minutes until your teeth reach your desired shade.
This controlled, professional approach delivers up to 8 shades of whitening improvement in a single session. You'll notice immediate, dramatic results that far exceed anything available over-the-counter. Most patients leave with noticeably brighter teeth and a renewed sense of confidence in their smile.
We use a low-sensitivity formula designed for patient comfort, so you can achieve your whitening goals without the excessive sensitivity that sometimes occurs with other treatments. Some patients may experience mild sensitivity after treatment, which typically resolves within 24 hours.
What Causes Tooth Discoloration
Tooth stains develop over time from a variety of sources. Many patients don't realize that common everyday habits and foods significantly impact tooth color. Dark beverages like coffee, tea, red wine, and dark sodas are major culprits, as are deeply pigmented foods and dark juices. Smoking and tobacco use cause stubborn stains that are particularly resistant to whitening.
Additionally, natural aging causes the enamel to thin, revealing the darker dentin underneath. Years of exposure to staining substances compounds this effect, gradually darkening your smile. Professional whitening removes these accumulated stains and restores the natural brightness of your teeth, effectively turning back the clock on your smile.
To maintain your whitening results long-term, we recommend limiting dark beverages and staining foods, quitting smoking, and maintaining excellent oral hygiene with regular brushing and flossing. Many patients schedule touch-up whitening treatments every 6-12 months to keep their smile brilliant and white.
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Ready to brighten your smile? Contact us today to book your professional whitening treatment.