Teeth whitening can offset tooth discoloration due to plaque, tartar or other oral health concerns.

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Having your teeth whitened professionally in a dentist’s office will produce better results as over-the-counter products are generally weaker. Additionally, some over-the-counter products may have ingredients that can aggravate your teeth or gums. A dentist will take the proper precautions to ensure the whitening treatment is the right move for you. 

Procedure

Teeth whitening is a fast and painless procedure that produces whiter and brighter-looking teeth in a simple office visit. We will ensure that you are ready to show your smile off to the world a soon as the work is done. With offerings such as Zoom whitening, treatment can take less than an hour.

How to Find a Great Dentist to Perform Teeth Whitening

Dentists performing teeth whitening should perform an initial exam before proceeding. They will match the treatment to the color of any composite material teeth and offer an at-home regimen following the procedure.

A good dentist will give you a checkup exam before performing the teeth whitening. This will ensure there are no problems with your teeth that may be irritated by the whitening procedure.
 
Your dentist should examine your oral hygiene and regular lifestyle habits to determine if you would be a good candidate to benefit from whitening. Some of the criteria a dentist should consider are if you have crowns or veneers, which won’t respond to regular whitening methods. The exact color of your teeth after whitening should be matched to the color of the composite material that already exists in your mouth.

This procedure requires state-of-the-art equipment and skill.

After the teeth whitening is complete, your dentist should lay out a plan for you to maintain the brightness of your teeth after they are bleached with the peroxide gel. This may include avoiding certain foods or drinks, abstaining from tobacco products, and regularly brushing and flossing your teeth. The dentist should be available to answer any questions and will encourage you to come for regular teeth cleanings.

Why Choose Smilovits DDS?

Dr. Smilovits DDS has been helping the Cleveland community with their dental needs since 1984.  He makes it a point to put the patient first. Our one-patient-at-a-time care approach ensures that you are given our full attention and allows the doctor to completely focus on your case. 

Dr. Smilovits delivers advanced dental procedures and equips his office with the latest and most advanced medical equipment to serve your needs.

Dr. Smilovits will examine the patient and only proceed with treatment after the patient agrees to and signs a written and mutually agreed-upon treatment plan. 

We offer a free second opinion for medically necessary and cosmetic dental care per your request.

Call 216-464-9696 to make an appointment and get information on the insurance plans we work with.