For a smooth, safe cosmetic smile transformation, professional teeth whitening at Gina Biederman, DDS is a simple, non-invasive treatment used to change the color of natural tooth enamel and enhance the beauty of your smile.
Because having whiter teeth is the number one aesthetic concern of most of our patients, Dr. Biedermann and her team are proud to offer several options for whitening teeth, including in-office and take-home teeth whitening! Our team will assess our patients' needs and oral health to provide top teeth whitening treatments in Keller, TX and beyond.
Is Teeth Whitening Right for Me?
There are many reasons why teeth become stained or discolored, including tobacco use, and drinking dark, staining liquids such as red wine, coffee, tea and cola. The natural aging process and prescription medication use can also cause tooth discoloration.
Patients often visit us at Gina Biedermann, DDS for teeth whitening treatment to address concerns like:
- Fluorosis (excessive fluoridation during tooth development)
- Normal wear of outer tooth layer
- Stained teeth due to medications such as tetracycline
- Yellow, discolored, and stained teeth
Teeth whitening is not permanent. A touch-up may be needed every several years, or more frequently for patients who smoke or drink coffee, tea, or wine. For any whitening treatment your smile needs, our team will be with you every step of the way! We offer both in-office and take-home teeth whitening for your convenience.
Take-Home Teeth Whitening
Take-home teeth whitening from Gina Biedermann, DDS usually requires two visits to our Keller dental office. At the first appointment, impressions (molds) will be made of your teeth to fabricate your set of custom-fitted clear plastic whitening trays.
At your second appointment, you will try on your whitening trays to assess proper fit, and adjustments will be made if necessary. Take-home whitening trays are designed to be worn with special whitening solution either twice a day for 30 minutes, or overnight for a couple of weeks depending on the degree of tooth staining and the desired level of whitening. It is normal to experience tooth sensitivity during the time you are whitening your teeth, but it will subside shortly after you have stopped your bleaching treatment.
Patients who choose take-home teeth whitening will receive care instructions for their trays and tips on maintaining their whiter, brighter smile into the future. We encourage our whitening patients to visit us at Gina Biedermann, DDS regularly to best maintain a healthy, bright smile!
In-Office Teeth Whitening with ZOOM!
A bright, white smile is beautiful to look at and can greatly improve self-confidence! Many of our patients are opting for the Zoom!® Chairside Whitening System for fast, safe and effective teeth whitening right here in our office. Zoom! combines the newest advances in dental technology with proven chemical formulas. This ensures that the bleaching experience is painless, and the results are satisfying.
While there are hundreds of whitening treatments now available on the market, Zoom! has many advantages over other teeth whitening treatments, including:
- Simultaneous treatment of all teeth
- Faster treatment time
- Longer lasting results
- Reduced tooth sensitivity
- Removal of stains on crowns, veneers and other restorations
- Safe procedure and treatment
- Treatment performed by an experienced professional
How Does Zoom!® Teeth Whitening Work?
At Gina Biedermann, DDS, teeth whitening with Zoom!® is a bleaching process that lightens the dentin and enamel of the teeth. Zoom! contains a hydrogen peroxide component (25%), which is the active ingredient in the gel. When hydrogen peroxide is applied to the teeth, the peroxide component breaks down into tiny oxygen bubbles. It is these bubbles that eliminate yellowing and staining.
A mercury metal halide light is used to activate the gel and expedite the whitening process. The specialized light contains a unique infrared filter that works to reduce the amount of heat (and therefore sensitivity) on the surface of the teeth during the procedure. The structure of the teeth remains completely healthy and intact during and after the treatment, providing ultra-safe results!
Your Teeth Whitening Consultation
With any teeth whitening system, the post-treatment results can vary according to the degree of staining and the condition of the teeth. A consultation with your cosmetic dentistry expert prior to treatment will provide all the guidance you need on the results Zoom! can provide to your specific circumstances. Zoom! is only applied to healthy teeth and gums; if tooth decay or gum disease are present, they will need to be controlled before the teeth whitening treatment is performed.
Zoom!® Whitening Treatment at Gina Biedermann, DDS
When you arrive at our Keller dental office for your in-office whitening treatment, a deep cleaning (prophylaxis) will be performed to rid the teeth of any debris and plaque. Then, special eyewear will be provided to protect the eyes, along with splashguards to protect the clothing from the bleaching agent.
Here is a brief overview of the Zoom!® procedure:
- Cheek retractors will be placed to expose the entire surface of the teeth
- The gums will be covered to reduce sensitivity
- Your dentist will apply the whitening gel to the teeth
- The halide light will then be applied to activate the gel. This specialized Zoom!® light can be positioned to work on all the teeth simultaneously
- After 15 minutes, gel will be removed from the teeth and the mouth will be rinsed
- More gel will be applied for another 15 minutes
- The gel will be removed and the mouth will be thoroughly cleansed
- The final treatment of gel will be applied for 15 minutes
- The gel will be removed for the final time
After your whitening treatment is complete, the same external factors that caused the discoloration in the first place can quickly work their way back onto the teeth. To help maintain the results of your teeth whitening treatment, Dr. Biedermann recommends flossing once a day, performing a thorough cleaning with anti-sensitivity toothpaste twice a day, and undergoing occasional retreatment with Zoom! Weekender. These post-treatment measures will ensure that the smile stays looking its best and brightest for a long time!
Brighten Your Smile with Dr. Biedermann
Dr. Biedermann and her team are committed to every patient's best, healthiest and brightest smile. To learn more about your teeth whitening treatment options, contact us today to schedule your teeth whitening consultation!
