{"id":301,"date":"2018-09-17T14:03:23","date_gmt":"2018-09-17T14:03:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/blog\/?p=301"},"modified":"2018-10-17T14:05:23","modified_gmt":"2018-10-17T14:05:23","slug":"cosmetic-dentist-rockledge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/blog\/cosmetic-dentist-rockledge\/","title":{"rendered":"Cosmetic Dentist in Rockledge Weighs In-Office vs. At-Home Whitening"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"young<\/a>Whitening your teeth is a great way to make your smile look more youthful and to enhance your overall appearance. It\u2019s a quick and painless procedure, and you can decide between in-office and at-home <\/span>teeth whitening<\/span><\/a> treatments based on your schedule, budget, and personal preference. Keep reading to learn more about what to keep in mind as you make your choice — your cosmetic dentist in Rockledge has everything you need to know about teeth whitening!<\/span><\/p>\n

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In-Office Whitening<\/span><\/h2>\n

An in-office whitening treatment is completed in a single appointment at your dentist\u2019s office. This is a wonderful option for patients who wish to reveal their results quickly, perhaps in preparation for a big event — like a wedding or reunion. <\/span><\/p>\n

The process works like this: first, a qualified dental hygienist will cover up your soft oral tissues (lips, cheeks, tongue, etc.) to protect your smile as whitening takes place. Then, the bleaching gel is applied to the front surface of each of the teeth that show. This high-powered solution is allowed to work for about 20 minutes before it is removed — and that\u2019s it. A topical fluoride treatment may be used to reduce sensitivity after whitening. <\/span><\/p>\n

At-Home Whitening<\/span><\/h2>\n

Some patients may prefer an at-home whitening treatment. This process takes a bit longer, but a professional at-home kit can produce the same results as an in-office treatment. Most at-home whitening treatments are completed over the course of 2 weeks. Your dental team will create a set of customized trays to fit tightly around your teeth. These trays will be filled with the high powered gel and worn for approximately 30 minutes each night. <\/span><\/p>\n

At-home whitening can be used as a standalone treatment or to complement in-office whitening. If you start to notice that your teeth have lost their luster after a year or two after an in-office procedure, you can select this option to bring them back to their full sparkle from the comfort of your own home. <\/span><\/p>\n

Which One Is Right for You?<\/span><\/h2>\n

You can talk to your dentist about whether you are better suited for in-office whitening or an at-home treatment. In general, an having it done in the office may be best for you if you answer YES to one or more of the following:<\/span><\/p>\n