Teeth Whitening – South Portland, ME
Brighten Your Smile!
Are your teeth discolored? Whether the stains are prominent or something that only you can notice, there’s good news: our team at Gannett Drive Dental offers both in-office and take-home teeth whitening treatments in South Portland! If you’re ready to begin the process of transforming your smile, then don’t hesitate to schedule an appointment with Dr. Gagnon. Otherwise, you can read on to learn more about this popular cosmetic dental treatment.
Why Choose Gannett Drive Dental for Teeth Whitening?
- Top-Rated Office in South Portland
- In-Office and Take-Home Treatments Available
- CareCredit Flexible Financing Welcome
Who is a Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening?
If you have ever wished that your smile was whiter and brighter, teeth whitening might be right for you. Through professional teeth whitening, we can lighten staining and discoloration caused by various factors, such as:
- The natural aging process
- Poor dental hygiene habits
- Consumption of certain drinks and foods, including tea, wine, coffee and soda
- Smoking and other forms of tobacco use
- Illness
- Certain medications
- Fluorosis
How Does Teeth Whitening Work?
At our South Portland dental office, we offer both in-office and take-home teeth whitening treatments. Although the process of lifting stubborn stains looks a bit different depending on the type you choose, the end result will be the same: a noticeably whiter smile that will boost your self-esteem and help you smile with pride. Of course, our cosmetic dentist will work with you to determine the right treatment for you, but you can read on to learn a bit more in the meantime too.
Take-Home Teeth Whitening
If you want to whiten your teeth from the comfort of your own home, you might be tempted to purchase an over-the-counter kit. However, these products over-promise and under-deliver time and time again. Our take-home whitening treatments are different because they use powerful whitening agents and personalized applicators, ensuring you get the bright, beautiful smile you deserve with consistent use.
In-Office Teeth Whitening
In-office teeth whitening treatments are extremely popular among patients who have a wedding, family reunion, or another important event rapidly approaching. That’s because you can noticeably enhance your smile in just one visit! In this case, we apply a powerful (yet safe) whitening gel to the surface of your teeth. This gel works to lighten the appearance of stains, discoloration, and yellowing on the tooth enamel.
Tips for Maintaining Your Brighter Smile
To prevent discoloration from resurfacing shortly after your whitening treatment, we recommend:
- Eating lots of light-colored foods, like white fish, bananas, and oatmeal
- Using a straw when drinking coffee, soda, wine, and juice
- Brushing your teeth after each meal
- Flossing and rinsing with mouthwash each evening
- Quitting smoking and any other habits that can stain your teeth
- Getting a dental checkup and teeth cleaning semi-annually
To learn more about professional teeth whitening and to set up your consultation at our dental office, please call us today.