Yes! There are several differences between professional teeth whitening with your dentist and whitening strips that you buy at the grocery store.
- Efficacy — Grocery store products have to be safe for the masses to use, which means that their ingredients may be less potent, leaving you with less desirable results.
- Fit — Whitening strips are a generic fit and may be more difficult to use. Your dentist offers custom in-office or take-home options made just for your teeth for better results.
- Safety — When you whiten your teeth with store-bought products, you're on your own if any issues arise. If you choose your Arlington dentist to brighten your smile, she can help with any concerns, like tooth sensitivity.
Professional Teeth Whitening at Clarendon Family Dentistry
Dr. Mooney offers two convenient options for professional teeth whitening in Arlington, VA.
- In-office — This option is ideal for patients seeking quick results. You'll leave your in-office teeth whitening procedure with immediate results and teeth that are typically a few shades lighter.
- Take-home — For take-home bleaching kits, we use impressions of your teeth to create custom plastic trays. You'll apply a high-strength whitening gel at your leisure and wear them for 30 minutes a day for 10 to 14 days.
Call Clarendon Family Dentistry at (703) 522-8894 for more information about professional teeth whitening.