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Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
Teeth Whitening – Fairfax, VA
Restore Your Bright, Beautiful Smile!
Has your confidence begun to dwindle in response to stubborn stains surfacing on your teeth? Don’t worry – our team at MJM Family & Cosmetic Dentistry offers powerful, safe, and effective teeth whitening treatments that can restore your bright, beautiful smile! To learn more about this sought-after cosmetic dental treatment, give us a call to schedule a consultation or keep reading.
Why Choose MJM Family & Cosmetic Dentistry for Teeth Whitening?
- Top-Rated Dental Team in Fairfax
- Virtual Smile Design Software Available
- Flexible Financing Available
Who is a Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening?
If you are unhappy with the shade of your teeth, we recommend scheduling a consultation with Dr. Murray to find out! Typically, patients who have experienced discoloration due to the natural aging process, coffee consumption, genetics, and certain medications are candidates. In fact, even if there is initially an oral health issue standing in your way, like tooth decay, we can easily start your treatment plan with the necessary restorative care so you can still have the bright, beautiful smile you deserve.
How Does Teeth Whitening Work?
At MJM Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we offer ZOOM!, Opalescence, and Day White and Nite White to lift stubborn stains. Of course, the whitening process will look a bit different depending on if you choose in-office or take-home teeth whitening as well. Here’s a bit more information on each:
Take-Home Teeth Whitening
With our take-home teeth whitening treatments, you can transform your smile from your very own home! Of course, you will first need to come in so we can make sure you’re a candidate. If you are, then we will give you all of the tools you need as well as detailed instructions on how to use them. Typically, you can expect to see results within a week or two.
In-Office Teeth Whitening
Since our talented and meticulous cosmetic dentist will be applying the brightening gel and supervising your entire treatment, in-office teeth whitening is considerably faster. In fact, it’s possible that we can lighten your teeth by up to eight shades in a single visit! That’s why this is a popular treatment option among patients who have a milestone event coming up, like a wedding.
Tips for Maintaining Your Brighter Smile
Don’t worry – you don’t need any expensive tools or to add any complicated steps to your oral hygiene regimen. To prevent stains from resurfacing shortly after your whitening treatment, we recommend:
- Not eating dark-colored foods, like blackberries.
- Using a straw when drinking coffee, soda, and wine.
- Brushing your teeth after each meal.
- Flossing and rinsing with mouthwash each evening.
- Avoiding unhealthy dental habits, like using tobacco products.
- Visiting us for a checkup and cleaning every six months.
- Getting touch-up whitening treatments as needed.
Teeth Whitening FAQs
What’s the Difference Between Professional and Store-Bought Teeth Whitening?
There are actually several differences between professional and store-bought teeth whitening treatments. The first is that professional treatments start with an initial consultation, which ensures that your unique dental history, needs, and goals are considered during the brightening process. Our products are also customized to each patient, while over-the-counter products use diluted whitening gels and one-size-fits-all applicators. Of course, there are also differences in the cost, convenience, and results. If you are interested in learning more to determine if our take-home or in-office whitening treatments are right for you, then take the next step: schedule a consultation with us today!
How Long Does Teeth Whitening Treatment Take?
There are a few factors that impact the length of your treatment timeline, starting with whether or not any preliminary treatments are necessary. For example, if you need a tooth-colored filling, a dental crown, or any other restorative care prior to your whitening treatment, that will require more time. Whether you opt for in-office or take-home will also impact how long it will take to see results. So, if you want a bright, white smile for a specific event, like your wedding, it’s important that you don’t wait until a week or two before to schedule an appointment.
Is Teeth Whitening Permanent?
No, but there are a few things you can do to maintain your results for 6+ months! We recommend adopting the following habits: using a straw when drinking coffee, eating light-colored foods, like white fish, brushing your teeth twice a day, and avoiding tobacco products. If you start to notice dental discoloration resurfacing, you can give us a call – we’d be happy to schedule a touch-up whitening appointment.
How Can I Reduce the Cost of Teeth Whitening?
Like many others, your dental insurance provider may not cover the cost of teeth whitening. Don’t worry – there’s another way you can make the price fit into your budget: CareCredit. If you haven’t heard of CareCredit before, it’s a third-party financier that offers payment plans (sometimes with little-to-no interest attached). As a result, you don’t have to stretch yourself to pay for the entire cost of your teeth whitening treatment at once. Instead, you can select the payment plan that works best for you, and pay for the cost in smaller, more manageable chunks.
If you have any questions about the cost of teeth whitening, don’t hesitate to give us a call! We’d be happy to answer any questions you have. At your consultation, we will also provide you with an estimate of the cost, review the financial solutions available more in-depth, and finalize the details of your treatment plan.
