Teeth Whitening – Columbia, MO
Helping You Achieve a Brighter Smile
Does your smile seem duller than it used to be? It can be all too easy for stains and discolored spots to appear on your teeth even if you’re practicing excellent oral hygiene. The good news is that Dr. Batson and Dr. Abe can put you on the path toward a brighter grin with KöR® teeth whitening treatments. If you’re interested in having teeth whitening performed, give us a call today to learn more.
Why Choose Columbia Healthy Smiles for Teeth Whitening?
- Customized KöR® Take-Home Whitening Kits
- In-Office Whitening Treatments
- Open and Honest Dental Team
Who is a Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening?
There are a few different factors that we’ll need to consider before deciding whether teeth whitening is right for you. For one thing, we will have to determine what is causing the discoloration on your teeth in order to confirm that whitening is a viable option. On top of that, we’ll have to make sure that your teeth and gums are in good shape overall; sometimes restorative dentistry might be needed to address your current oral health issues before teeth whitening can be performed.
How Does Teeth Whitening Work?
Our office provides KöR® in-office whitening treatments as well as KöR® take-home whitening kits. (KöR® whitening strips for travel purposes are also available.) Here’s a brief look at your main options for teeth whitening:
Take-Home Teeth Whitening
A KöR® take-home teeth whitening kit comes with professional-grade whitening gel and personalized trays. Using the kit is simple; all you need to do is fill the trays with the gel, then wear them for about 30 to 60 minutes a day (or however long our team recommends). Just two weeks of using the kit can make a big difference for the appearance of your smile!
In-Office Teeth Whitening
A KöR® in-office whitening treatment is a very simple procedure. We will apply a powerful bleaching gel to your teeth and activate it with a special light. The ingredients in the gel will help remove extrinsic and intrinsic stains from your teeth, thus significantly brightening your grin in about an hour.
Tips for Maintaining Your Brighter Smile
Are you happy with the way your newly whitened smile looks? If so, it’s up to you to take the initiative in maintaining the results! Keeping up the right habits can go a long way toward helping the results of whitening last longer. Here are some of the things you can do to keep your smile looking its best after a teeth whitening treatment:
- Try to stay away from soda, coffee, red wine, soy sauce, and anything else that can leave stains on teeth.
- Keep your teeth clean by brushing at least two times a day. You should also make flossing a daily habit.
- Visit your dentist twice a year for routine dental checkups and cleanings.
- Have touchups performed on a regular basis.