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A quick change with tooth whitening
A brighter smile can change your life
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Popular, safe, and effective, teeth whitening has given patients across the world a reason to smile. Your appearance can affect you socially, emotionally, and even in business successes. People who smile with confidence are viewed as warm, inviting, and beautiful. Now, with professional teeth whitening systems, Crystal Lake Dental Associates can help you achieve the pearly whites of magazine models and movie stars.
Why Teeth Discolor
Chemicals in foods, beverages, and tobacco can change the color of your teeth, as can the effects of aging. Medications such as tetracycline, excessive fluoride, and previous dental work may also cause unsightly stains on your tooth enamel. Genetics can also affect the color of your teeth. While we think of tooth enamel as white, the natural, unstained shade of your teeth can range from pearly white to bluish gray to pale yellow. Even if you brush and floss daily, stains can tarnish your beautiful smile and steal the confident image you want to convey.
Teeth Whitening Options
You don't have to live with discolored teeth. After a thorough examination, we can recommend one the best option for whitening and brightening your smile.
In-Office Teeth Whitening ZOOM®
In-office whitening is one of the safest and quickest ways to safely whiten your teeth. During this process, we will place a protective rubber dam around your gums and apply a solution of 15 to 35 percent carbamide peroxide, a chemical found in most bleaching products, to your teeth. Depending on the tooth whitening method, your dentist may also use a laser or special lamp to speed up the bleaching process. In-office whitening can give you dazzlingly white teeth in less than an hour.
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before ZOOM whitening
after ZOOM whitening
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At-Home Teeth Whitening
If you'd prefer not to avoid a dental appointment, we can create clear, customized bleaching trays for you to whiten at home. The professional-grade at-home whitening solution usually contains 10 percent carbamide peroxide. Simply pour the solution into your custom mouth trays and wear them for an hour a day. You will notice whiter teeth almost immediately, but the most dramatic results will appear after one to two weeks of daily treatments.
Our exclusive at home tooth whitening system
Tetracycline stained teeth
before at home whitening
after at home whitening
Pictured above is whitening on tetracycline stain previously thought to be impossible to whiten. With a special method, we were able to achieve outstanding improvement.
If we can improve tetracycline stained teeth, imagine what we can do for normal yellowed and stained teeth.
Over-the-Counter Teeth Whitening
You can also purchase home use whiteners over the counter. While there are so many on the market, most of these products are not as effective as the bleaching methods available in our office. If you prefer to use a store-bought teeth whitening system, ask us which product would work best for you. We want you to have a smile you will be proud of, so we're happy to help. Use over-the-counter products as directed, and never use whiteners for more than the recommended time period.
Teeth Whitening Toothpastes
If your teeth are sensitive to bleaching, your dentists may recommend a dentifrice (teeth whitening toothpaste). These contain chemical or polishing agents to gently remove stains from the surface of your teeth. While your teeth won't be as white as if you used a bleaching system, teeth whitening toothpaste is safe, easy to use, and can be purchased over the counter. I typically am not in favor of these tootpastes as they do cause sensitivity and can be over used
After Teeth Whitening
With all teeth whitening systems, we advise patients not to eat or drink foods that stain, or to smoke, since recently-whitened teeth absorb stains. Whitening systems can also cause increased sensitivity in your teeth and gums. These side effects pass with time, but if they persist or other problems arise, you should contact your dentist immediately.
Teeth Whitening Alternatives
If bleaching and tooth whitening can't get your teeth as white as you'd like, veneers or bonding may be a good solution. These cosmetic procedures are long lasting and do not discolor or stain. In addition to whitening your smile, veneers and bonding can cover cracks, chips, and slight misalignments.
Do you have any special offers on tooth whitening?
Yes we are offering these specials
- ZOOM teeth whitening in office $199.00 every Wednesday
- Teeth Whitening for the Rest of Your Life $49.00*
- Crest Pro White Strips call for special pricing
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How can I get started with teeth whitening?
call now for a free consultation
815 459 2202
Crystal Lake Dental Associates
280 B Memorial Court
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
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Dr. Neal provides state of the art tooth whitening for patients in Crystal Lake, Woodstock, McHenry, Cary, Lake in the Hills, Algonquin, Huntley Mchenry County and surrounding areas.