A person’s smile is an important aspect of their life, and it can impact their self-esteem when it comes to talking, laughing, and meeting new people. A lot of patients at OHM Dental Piscataway ask how much whiter their teeth will be after a whitening appointment, as well as whether it will hurt, how long it will take, etc. These are all reasonable things to ask.
Therefore, we want to explain step by step what to expect during your first professional teeth whitening appointment. At OHM Dental Piscataway, we strive to make our patients feel at ease, well-informed, and confident in their smile.
How Teeth Become Discoloured
The main reasons why our patients have chosen to get their teeth whitening treatment are due to the following daily activities, which cause their teeth to be discoloured:
- Coffee and tea
- Red wine
- Soda
- Smoking
- Food
Stains build up on your teeth over time. Even if you brush your teeth regularly, stains on your teeth will gradually increase. Therefore, a huge percentage of people go for teeth whitening services in order to restore the brightness of their smile.
Here at OHM Dental Piscataway, we provide safe and effective teeth whitening solutions that will get rid of the stains on your teeth and will result in a much whiter smile in no time at all.
Step One: Your Teeth Whitening Consultation
The first thing that we do when you come in for a professional teeth whitening treatment is to examine your teeth and gums to make sure that teeth whitening is appropriate for your smile.
Our staff will:
- Inspect your teeth and gums
- Determine what types of stains you have on your teeth
- Discuss how you want your smile to look
- Explain to you how the dental teeth whitening process works
We will also take the time after your consultation to ensure that all of your questions are answered, as we want you to be completely comfortable before undergoing any type of treatment.
Preparing Your Teeth for Whitening
Prior to starting foaming your teeth, we will perform some quick preparatory steps on your teeth to ensure our foaming solution will work well and safely for you.
At OHM Dental Piscataway, this typically includes:
- Cleaning the outside of your teeth to remove any debris
- Placing a special barrier material to help protect your gums
- Ensuring you are comfortable during the entire foaming process
These initial steps improve the overall effectiveness of the foaming procedure & ensure your gums and mouth stay protected.
Applying The Foaming Agent
Following the initial preparation procedure is the application of the foaming agent, which represents the most critical part of the professional teeth whitening process.
Our dental team will apply a whitening agent to the front surface of your teeth; this whitening agent is able to break up any staining on your teeth as well as brighten the natural shade of your teeth.
In this step of the process:
- We will apply the foaming agent to your teeth
- We may use a special light to activate the foaming agent
- The whole foaming process will take approximately 30–60 minutes to complete
Most of our patients will relax during this portion of the procedure while the whitening agent works.
During the appointment, one of the most enjoyable parts of the process is when we show you how bright your smile has become.
After we remove your whitening gel, we look at the colour of your teeth again. After just one teeth whitening treatment, most of our patients will see that their smiles are several shades whiter.
At OHM Dental Piscataway, seeing our patients smile for the first time when they look in the mirror makes us happy each and every time.
What to Expect After Having Teeth Whitened
The majority of patients who receive tooth whitening will feel mild sensitivity for a small period following their procedure; this is completely normal and will fade after a short time.
In order to maintain your new bright teeth for as long as possible, please remember to do the following:
- Try to avoid dark liquids such as coffee/tea for a short period
- Brush and floss regularly
- Have routine dental appointments
These simple habits will ensure that your results are maintained for as long as possible.
Schedule Your Teeth Whitening Appointment
If you have been thinking about improving your smile, professional teeth whitening can be a simple and effective way to do it.
At OHM Dental Piscataway, we are happy to help patients achieve a brighter and more confident smile with safe teeth whitening treatment.
Schedule your appointment with our team today:
🌐 https://ohmdentalpiscataway.com/
📞 (908) 205-8585
We look forward to helping you achieve the bright smile you deserve.
