What types of tooth whitening options are there?

Every day we are surrounded by images of people, like influencers and celebrities, with bright, white smiles. This can sometimes lead us to compare those social media smiles with our own. And sometimes, our smiles might not be as white, bright, or glowing as theirs.

If you are looking for a brighter, whiter smile, you may be considering tooth whitening treatments. At King Dental in Virginia Beach, we offer two different tooth whitening solutions for our patients. One is an at-home treatment where you can whiten on your own time, and we also offer an in-office whitening treatment for professional results in about an hour. No matter what type of tooth whitening treatment you choose, the team at King Dental will be there to guide you to a whiter smile.

In-Office Whitening Treatment: Quick and Powerful Results

If you are looking for dramatic whitening results, the in-office tooth whitening treatments offered by Virginia Beach’s King Dental may be the option you are looking for. We offer two different types of cosmetic dental whitening treatments in our office.

GLO Science is a tooth whitening treatment that offers dramatic results in as little as 15 minutes. In just one session, teeth can appear up to 12 shades whiter. GLO Science is a whitening agent that is applied to the teeth and activated with a UV light. The process breaks down intrinsic tooth stains to help whiten your teeth. This method is great at effectively breaking down stains without causing the tooth sensitivity that bleach-based whitening treatments can.

King Dental also offers Zoom Whitening as an in-office tooth whitening treatment. Zoom Whitening takes a whitening gel that is placed into custom-fitted trays to form around the teeth. A special UV light activates the whitening agent, and in about 45 minutes, the treatment is complete. This is considered a moderate treatment, meaning you’ll see results soon after your whitening treatment. If you have sensitive teeth, the dental team at King Dental may recommend this treatment for you.

For patients who are looking for dramatic whitening results quickly, taking the time to visit our office in Virginia Beach is the best way to whiten your teeth in less than an hour.

Take-Home Whitening Treatments: Convenience and Flexibility

What if you are looking to whitening your teeth on your own time? That’s where take-home whitening treatments come in. Take-home whitening treatments are perfect for people who have busy schedules and can’t make it into our office. The take-home treatments also offer you the privacy of whitening your teeth at home, on your own time.

A take-home tooth whitening treatment first involves a visit to King Dental to be custom fitted for the trays the whitening agent will be placed in. After the trays are made, you’ll be able to whiten your teeth at home. Your dentist will instruct you on how long to wear the whitening solution. Often, you’ll wear the whitening trays for about an hour a day for one to two weeks. The results with at-home teeth whitening are much more subtle, allowing you to whiten your teeth gradually.

Which tooth whitening option is right for you?

If you are looking into whitening your teeth, the first thing you should do is schedule a consultation with the team at King Dental. We will give you a complete dental evaluation and learn about your whitening goals. How white do you want your teeth to be? And how quickly do you want to see the results?

After you’ve had that discussion with our team, you should also consider what your budget is for whitening your teeth, and what your time commitment is. If you want quick and dramatic results, an in-office whitening option may be better for you. If you are looking to gradually whiten your teeth, you might want to whiten your teeth on your own time, using an at-home tooth whitening treatment.

Whether you are looking to use an at-home or in-office tooth whitening treatment, know that all options at King Dental are prescription strength and safe to use. Both will provide effective results, just at a different pace.

Remember, before you choose a tooth whitening treatment, schedule a consultation with King Dental today!