Frequently Asked Questions

What is teeth whitening?

Teeth whitening is a cutting-edge type of cosmetic dentistry that uses FDA-approved chemical solutions to brighten and whiten your teeth. The majority of modern teeth whitening treatments use carbamide peroxide, a harmless chemical in the same family as hydrogen peroxide, to cut through stains and discoloration. 

Are there different types of teeth whitening?

At SEDA Dental, the team offers several different types of teeth whitening treatment, including: 

Opalescence Go™ teeth whitening
Opalescence Go™ teeth whitening is a take-home whitening solution that features a series of custom oral trays. You fill each whitening tray with a chemical bleaching solution and wear your trays for 3-4 hours each day. Opalescence Go doesn’t provide instant results, but over a series of weeks, it can whiten and brighten your smile. 

Philips Zoom! Teeth whitening
Philips Zoom! Teeth whitening is a type of chairside whitening treatment that can make your teeth up to 8 shades whiter*. During a Philips Zoom! appointment, your dentist places a rubber dam over your gums and tongue and carefully paints a bleaching solution on the surface of your teeth. After the solution dries for 10-15 minutes, your dentist points a special light at your teeth that triggers a chemical bleaching reaction. Your dentist repeats this process 3-4 times.

Are the results of teeth whitening permanent?

Unfortunately, the results of teeth whitening aren’t permanent, but they usually last for 4-6 months. If you want to extend your results, the team at SEDA Dental recommends brushing and flossing regularly, quitting smoking, and avoiding dark beverages such as coffee, red wine, and soda. 

Don’t let yellow or discolored teeth prevent you from living confidently. To request a teeth whitening consultation at SEDA Dental today, call the office nearest you or click the online booking tool. 
*Individual results may vary.