Teeth Whitening
Comprehensive and personalized general dentistry services in Sherman Oaks, CA
Discover Your Best and Brightest Smile
Everyone dreams of having a bright, dazzling, and white smile. By brushing and flossing regularly, you can maintain optimal oral health. However, stains can still appear, even with proper care, especially from staining liquids like red wine and coffee. Fortunately, you can easily lift stains from your smile at home! At John Matchett DDS in Sherman Oaks, California, we proudly offer safe, easy, and practical take-home teeth whitening kits to brighten your smile.
What is a Teeth Whitening Kit
A teeth-whitening take-home kit includes custom-made trays that resemble mouthguards. These trays are made from an impression of your teeth, ensuring a perfect fit. Next, you fill each tray with a whitening gel containing carbamide or hydrogen peroxide. These active ingredients effectively whiten and brighten your teeth. Additionally, the custom trays keep the gel in place, protecting your gums from irritation caused by excess gel. Importantly, take-home teeth whitening kits are more potent and safer for your smile compared to over-the-counter options.
Take-Home Teeth Whitening Procedure
- 1. Dental Cleaning: Before we fully begin the teeth whitening, we must clean your smile. During your dental cleaning, Dr. John Matchett will thoroughly clean your teeth and around your gums, ensuring no plaque or tartar.
- 2. Custom Fit: Once your smile is clean, Dr. Matchett will take an impression of your smile. We will use the impression to create custom trays to fit your teeth for the teeth whitening procedure.
- 3. Your Take-Home Kit: Once your trays are ready, your dentist will provide you with the whitening gel and instructions on how to use the gel properly. You will be required to wear the trays for the recommended duration, typically 30 minutes to an hour, or overnight in some cases. You will need to repeat the procedure until the desired whitening results are achieved, depending on the severity of the discoloration.
Teeth Whitening Aftercare
Following up with proper aftercare is essential to ensure the long-lasting effects of the treatment. Aftercare steps to follow include:
1. Avoid staining food and beverages:
Avoid foods and drinks that stain the teeth, like red wine, berries, tea, and coffee.
2. Proper oral hygiene:
You must maintain your smile by brushing your teeth twice daily and flossing once daily. We strongly encourage patients to use mouthwash to help rinse away any bacteria or prevent stains from occurring.
3. Smoking:
Smoking is not healthy for your overall health or your oral health. Please refrain from smoking as it can hinder results and stain teeth further. Regular dental check-ups and cleaning can further aid in maintaining bright and sparkling teeth.
Benefits of Take-Home Whitening Kits
Take-home whitening kits in Sherman Oaks, California offer several benefits. First, they provide great convenience. Teeth whitening becomes a simple and comfortable procedure that you can do daily at home. All you need to do is place the gel into your custom mouthpiece, wear it for 30 minutes to an hour, and you’re done. Plus, there’s no need to visit the dentist multiple times with these kits. Additionally, you can perform regular touch-ups whenever you prefer to maintain your teeth’s brightness. Moreover, take-home whitening kits are often more budget-friendly than in-office procedures.
Teeth Whitening in Sherman Oaks, CA
Teeth whitening is an excellent cosmetic procedure that enhances your smile and restores confidence. You won’t fear showing your smile anymore with teeth whitening in Sherman Oaks. Additionally, our convenient take-home whitening kits let you care for your smile in the comfort of your home and on your schedule.
So, schedule an appointment with Dr. John Matchett today to see if take-home whitening kits are right for you!
