Professional Teeth Whitening Vs. Over the Counter Methods

Are your teeth a little discolored? If so, you have several options available. If you are interested in teeth whitening in Charlotte, NC, come to Carberry Family Dentistry. Our experienced dentist, Dr. Annie Carberry will help give you the bright smile that you desire.

When you decide to whiten your teeth, there are several different options available to you. You can decide to come into our office for professional teeth whitening, or you can use over-the-counter methods. Let's review your different options.

Over the Counter Teeth Whitening Methods

When you decide to whiten your teeth at home, you may use various products such as toothpaste, gels, rinses, and dental strips. Peroxide is used in many different at-home teeth whiteners. You should also be careful if you have very sensitive teeth or various types of dental restorations in your mouth.

If you are not sure about what type of over-the-counter method you should use, don't hesitate to consult us in our office before making a decision.

Professional Teeth Whitening Options

When you come to our office for teeth whitening in Charlotte, NC, we can quickly give you a brighter smile during your lunch break. Your teeth may brighten up to 8 shades lighter after just one appointment.

The quickest way to whiten teeth is through bleaching. When we bleach your teeth, the product is directly applied to your teeth. Sometimes a laser or special light is used in combination with bleach. It is a very fast process with fast results.

After you have your teeth bleached, you must still take care of them. If you eat or drink a lot of staining foods, the results from the bleaching will start to fade faster than normal. Foods that stain include black tea, black coffee, berries, tomato sauces, etc. If these are some of your favorite foods, try to eat them in moderation. Brush or rinse immediately after consuming them.

If you live in Charlotte, NC, expert teeth whitening is available at Carberry Family Dentistry. Call us at 704-365-6650 for an appointment. Dr. Carberry will give you a glowing smile in no time.

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