Teeth Whitening

Professional Teeth Whitening in Lincoln, NE

Over time, teeth naturally shift from a pearly white to varying shades of yellow. It’s hard to avoid this normal wear and tear on teeth. Drinking coffee, smoking, and other activities tend to stain our teeth, making professional teeth whitening even more necessary. However, at Southpointe Dental, our top cosmetic dentist in Lincoln, NE can remove almost all staining through professional teeth whitening.

In-Office, Professional Cosmetic
Teeth Whitening

Our top cosmetic dentist in Lincoln, NE offers professional whitening, like Zoom whitening, because it is the fastest, most-effective way to whiten your teeth. With Zoom whitening, we’ll have you in and out in an hour. Zoom is ideal for people with sensitive teeth because we monitor the process carefully. This ensures the whitest teeth possible in the shortest amount of time, without increased sensitivity.

Custom Teeth Whitening At Home

When you complete the in-office whitening procedure with our dentist in Lincoln, NE, we’ll send you home with a custom whitening kit. That will allow you to keep your teeth bright white from the convenience of your home. Our custom whitening trays adhere perfectly to your teeth for professional-level whitening at home. You can also choose how often you want to wear the whitening trays. This will allow you to customize your particular whitening level.

These whitening trays are completely custom, allowing the solution to only reach your teeth. Thus, preventing gum sensitivity that is often associated with over-the-counter teeth whitening kits.

The Demand for Cosmetic
Teeth Whitening

What are the “best cosmetic dentistry options?” Because everyone’s needs are different, the “best cosmetic dentistry” options are very individualized.

Cosmetic dentistry trends, however, show the demand for whitening services has grown 300% in the last few years. While we can come up with a few reasons for this rapid growth, it’s largely due to improvements made in bleaching practices. Suffice it to say that now is a better time than ever to have your teeth whitened. The following includes more information about teeth whitening that you might find helpful.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cosmetic Dentistry and Teeth Whitening:

What’s the better way to have your teeth whitened?

Many seek out over-the-counter whitening kits. While this can be tempting, professional teeth whitening is a better way to go in the long run. Professional whitening offers a much longer lasting impact. Professional whitening can include a higher concentration of whitening chemicals. This is done without sacrificing the safety of a controlled environment. They also include carbamide peroxide which is comprised partially of hydrogen peroxide. However, it’s a more stable compound than the hydrogen peroxide used in at-home kits. Thus, it yields better results and less sensitivity. Professional whitening also allows our dentist in Lincoln, NE to ensure the compound only touches your teeth. With many at-home kits, people aren’t careful enough to avoid the gums, often causing serious discomfort.

How much does teeth whitening cost?

Like with many dental procedures, the cost of whitening can vary significantly. While we often offer free and discounted whitening, an excellent way to know the true cost of whitening is to set up a free consultation with our dentist in Lincoln, NE.

We believe every single patient should have access to the smile they desire. For that reason, patients who are concerned about finances should talk to us. We’ve worked hard over the years to offer several different payment options. These include payment plans, dental discount plans, major insurance coverage, and much more.

What is the number one professional teeth whitening treatment?

 A 35%-45% carbamide peroxide whitening gel is used while still being gentle on teeth and gums. Depending upon the patient’s expectations, crowns or veneers may be the best option to reach the white shade they want. Certain teeth can never get that “super white” color. These teeth in particular would benefit from dental veneers or crowns to achieve that “super white” color. 

What things affect the process of teeth whitening?

As with many things, the results of teeth whitening will vary from person to person. The following factors can impact the results of whitening.

Should everyone have their teeth whitened?

Teeth whitening is not recommended for the following:

• Children under the age of 13
• Pregnant and lactating women
• Those with gum disease, exposed roots, broken teeth, hypersensitivity or incomplete dental work
• Anyone going through orthodontic treatment
• Those with major dental work on the front surface of their smile

It’s always advisable to talk with a dentist in Lincoln, NE about teeth whitening options that will work for you. Any dental treatment should be an ongoing dialogue between you and your Lincoln dentist.

At our general dental office and our clinic for cosmetic dentistry in Lincoln, NE, we’re happy to answer any questions you have about teeth whitening. To keep your teeth shining brightly, give us a call today at (402) 423-3333 or make an appointment online.

Annual Plan Benefits
For Lincoln Dental Plans

All X-rays
Comprehensive Exam
2 Emergency Exams
2 Routine Dental Cleanings (Every 12 Months)
25% Discount on Select Procedures

LDP offers discounts on the following procedures:

Regular Cleanings
Deep Cleanings
Periodontal Maintenance
Dental Crowns (Excludes Cosmetic Crowns)
White Fillings
Root Canals
Professional Teeth Whitening

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