Teeth Whitening
Why Professional Teeth Whitening?
There are many at-home teeth whitening options, from whitening toothpastes to gels. Why get professional treatment from a dentist?
Dramatic Improvements
Dr. Steven Krendl uses professional-grade teeth whitening products that can make your teeth three to eight shades lighter, well beyond what can be achieved with over-the-counter bleaching products. For example, most toothpaste designed for whitening can only achieve results that are one shade lighter.
Fast Results
In-office whitening is the quickest way to whiten teeth. Noticeable improvements can be seen at your first treatment, which typically takes 60 minutes or less. Alternatively, over-the-counter treatments with their weaker solutions require weeks or months to see any difference.
Safety & Comfort
While teeth whitening is a safe process, it still requires care and attention in how it is performed. Dr. Krendl, who began practicing in 2004, has years of experience safely applying whitening solutions for optimal results and minimal irritation.
GLO Professional Whitening
A beautiful, healthy, white smile has the power to change your life and make you GLO - inside and out! We are proud to be a certified GLO Science dental practice, offering our patients the very best teeth whitening experience and results available anywhere - with faster appointments, superior results, and no sensitivity.
We offer a variety of GLO teeth whitening options that fit your lifestyle and whitening needs, available exclusively through certified GLO dental practices like ours. Let us help you reach your full smile potential and customize the best whitening treatment for you!
In-Office Whitening
Get dramatically whiter teeth in under 16-minutes in style and comfort - and without pain! The GLO whitening mouthpiece uses a patented combination of warming heat and light technology to speed up the whitening process for safe, clinically proven, professional whitening results with no sensitivity.
At Home Whitening
Whiten with professional GLO technology and professional strength whitening gel in the comfort of your own home. Use on its own or to maintain your white smile between in office treatments. Available exclusively through GLO dental practices like ours.
How Does Professional Teeth Whitening Work?
In-office treatments use heat or a special light to activate whitening solutions and offer patients whiter teeth in 60 minutes or less.
What Our Patients Say 5-Star Reviews
Kevin Thompson
2020
I have been coming to Colorado Dental Arts for five years now and have been very happy. The staff is very friendly and the same technician has cleaned my teeth every time and does a great job. I recently had cosmetic work done and am very happy with it
View More Google ReviewsDustin Nelson
2019
I have always had a hard time with my teeth (runs in my family) and Colorado Dental Arts is the best dentist office I have ever attended. I really enjoy the friendly atmosphere not to mention all the newest gadgets and technology.
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about Teeth Whitening
In-office options to whiten teeth offered at Colorado Dental Arts are much stronger than the products you can buy in the store. Over-the-counter products use a weaker bleaching agent, typically with about a 10 percent to 22 percent carbamide peroxide content. Professional whitening products, on the other hand, typically contain a hydrogen peroxide concentration ranging from 15 percent to 43 percent.
During in-office treatment, the hydrogen peroxide solution is applied directly to the teeth and activated with a special light. We will utilize a protective barrier to avoid nearby gum tissue, which can be irritated by whitening solutions.
Another available option is a dentist-supervised, at-home method in which a milder whitening gel is applied to teeth using a custom mouthpiece. For this, our dentist can create a tray to exactly fit your teeth, ensuring maximum contact between the whitening gel and each tooth while avoiding contact with your gums.
Should I Talk
to a Dentist First?
Even if you are going to use an over-the-counter product, you should still consult with our dentist and tap into his professional knowledge. Not every stain responds well to tooth whitening, and it's good to know how much whitening is realistic to expect from simple whitening products like toothpaste.
Dr. Krendl, who has extensive training in cosmetic dentistry, can offer his professional insight about what methods will or will not work in your situation, and he may be able to suggest alternatives better suited for you.
What about Over-the-Counter Products?
Whitening toothpaste, bleaching strips, and other over-the-counter products require both time and patience. Then, you may have to settle for less than dramatic results. If you would like to give over-the-counter products a try, we recommend first requesting an appointment with Dr. Krendl, who can advise you on what to expect, what to avoid, and whether teeth whitening is appropriate for your tooth discoloration problem.
Here are some things to think about with over-the-counter products:
Poor Whitening
Over-the-counter products lack the strength to achieve the dramatic whitening available from a dentist. In addition, if you haven't been to a dentist for a while, plaque buildup can interfere with the effectiveness of your whitening product. For the best results, get your teeth professionally cleaned so the whitening solution makes good contact with each tooth.
Irritation and Pain
Whitening solutions should be kept off gums to avoid irritation, so the method of application is important. Some store-bought products use a one-size-fits-all tray to apply the whitening agent. As we all know, one-size-fits-all rarely fits anyone precisely, and this can allow the bleaching solution to irritate tender gums. Tooth sensitivity can also happen if you leave the whitener on too long.
Overbleaching
Dentists use shade guides to determine when you've reached your maximum level of safe whitening. When you use over-the-counter products, you'll have no such guide, and you may be tempted to overbleach and damage your teeth.
