One of the most popular and painless ways to give your appearance an instant boost is with teeth whitening. This process, also known as dental bleaching achieves a brighter smile by removing discolorations from teeth. While many people choose to perform this process in the comfort of their home, for the best results, you should consult a Santa Cruz Dentist for you to receive the best in office whitening treatment possible.
At our dental practice in Santa Cruz we use techniques for teeth bleaching that are well accepted and have a good record of safety. The treatment relies on oxidation of the inorganic or not living matter on the surface of the teeth and so the staining materials are removed.
We generally use a 35% hydrogen peroxide solution In-office dental bleaching, it is placed on the teeth and some treatments may involve application of light or heat to activate the peroxide release. The gums surrounding the teeth are protected to avoid injury from the peroxide. In- office bleaching may be indicated to achieve rapid results. We recommend At-home bleaching to maintain the results over time. It is a slower method and requires longer contact time with the teeth, but it is easy to follow and helps maintain excellent bleaching results. A customized tray is fitted to the patients teeth and generally a a 10% solution of carbamide peroxide or close to 3.4% hydrogen peroxide is delivered using this method.
At our Santa Cruz dental practice we tailor your smile with well accepted whitening materials with good record of safety and satisfaction. Your satisfaction is our priority.