Achieve a Dazzling Smile in Just One Appointment
If you’re unhappy with your smile because it’s dulled over time, teeth whitening can help you achieve a brilliant restoration. These treatments address yellowed teeth, discoloration, and darkened tooth enamel to create a bright grin you can be proud of. Dr. Yazan Sadeddin provides professional teeth whitening in The Woodlands to help patients improve their confidence and ensure lasting results. If you’re considering whitening, read more below to learn more about how it works and schedule a consultation with our team to see if it might be a good fit for you.
Why Choose Majestic Dental For Teeth Whitening?
- Experienced Cosmetic Dentist
- Powerful Teeth Whitening Agents
- Flexible Dental Financing Available
Who Is a Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening?
Whitening is one of the most non-invasive cosmetic treatments available. This means that almost anyone can benefit from teeth whitening in The Woodlands.
As long as you have no existing dental issues, like cavities or gum disease, you’re likely a great candidate for the procedure. If you’re unsure, it’s better to be safe than sorry when it comes to your smile, so schedule a consultation with Dr. Sadeddin.
During your visit, our team can examine your teeth and gums to look for issues that might complicate your procedure. Once they’ve been treated, we can move forward with your whitening.
How Does Teeth Whitening Work?
Your teeth are full of microscopic holes called pores—similar to the ones on your skin. These pores normally allow minerals to pass into your enamel, strengthening it. However, pigments from the food and drinks you consume can also get trapped there, causing a yellowed appearance over time.
Whitening gels are made with chemicals like hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide, both of which penetrate tooth enamel to break down and lift stains.
Our In-Office Teeth Whitening
Compared to over-the-counter whitening gels, strips, and toothpaste, our in-office teeth whitening offers faster, safer, and more dramatic results. If your smile has begun to fade due to stains from food and drinks or aging, in-office teeth whitening is the fastest way to restore its natural shine.
Because it can be completed in just one appointment, our whitening treatment is also a great option for special occasions, like birthdays, weddings, and graduations, where time is of the essence.
Tips for Maintaining Your Brighter Smile
Whitening is an investment in your smile that can last for several months or even a couple of years. However, its longevity depends on how well you take care of your teeth. Here are some simple ways you can keep your smile sparkling:
- Rinse your mouth or sip water after eating or drinking dark or dyed food and drinks.
- Use a straw to reduce contact with your teeth and dark liquids.
- Brush your teeth twice a day, and at least 30 minutes before eating or drinking.
- Visit our office every six months for touch-ups and polishing.
- Incorporate “white diet” items into your menu, like milk, skinless chicken, and cheese.
Understanding the Cost of Teeth Whitening
A whiter smile is something nearly everyone has on their dental wishlist, but many patients are concerned about the financial aspects of the treatment. The cost of teeth whitening can vary, and because insurance rarely covers elective services, it can feel out of reach for some patients. At Majestic Dental, our team strives to make cosmetic care accessible for everyone, ensuring that cost never stands in the way of achieving the beautiful smile you’ve always wanted.
Factors that Affect the Cost of Teeth Whitening
Your smile is like a fingerprint—completely unique to you. Because no two smiles are the same, it’s impossible to give a set price before your consultation. However, there are a few important factors we consider when calculating your costs:
- Severity of Stains: Intrinsic stains within your enamel are harder to treat than surface (extrinsic) discoloration.
- Type of Discoloration: Stains from food, drinks, and smoking or vaping respond more readily than those caused by age or medications.
- Preparatory Treatments: Cavities, gum disease, or old restorations may need to be addressed before whitening to ensure safe, even results.
Each of these factors helps Dr. Sadeddin customize your whitening plan, so your smile feels as good as it looks.
Types of Teeth Whitening: What Do They Cost?
When it comes to teeth whitening treatments, modern consumers have more options than ever before. There’s a smile-brightening solution for nearly every price point, whether you need light touch-ups or a total smile transformation.
- Strips & Gels: Generally, the cheapest forms of whitening, these products are easy to use and come in boxes at a cost of around $20 to $40.
- Store-Bought Whitening Kits: These kits run about $100 and are similar to professional whitening kits. However, they’re less customizable and come with weaker whitening gels.
- Professional Take-Home Whitening: Some practices offer at-home whitening products that combine customized trays and professional gel for a few hundred dollars.
- In-Office Teeth Whitening: In-office whitening is the fastest option for brightening your smile by far and usually costs anywhere from $400 to $800 or more.
Fast Teeth Whitening VS Inexpensive Teeth Whitening
When considering the cost of teeth whitening in The Woodlands, try to picture a sliding scale. On one end is the price, and on the other is speed and quality.
If you’re preparing for a big event and need your smile looking its best quickly, a faster, more expensive option might be your best bet. However, if you have a few weeks or months to wait for results, choosing a slower, cheaper option can work out well.
In any case, you get what you pay for. Cheaper whitening options often mean uneven results, and a lack of supervision opens the door for overuse. If you want the fastest results with the highest quality, professional in-office whitening is unmatched.
Options For Making Teeth Whitening Affordable
Because whitening is a cosmetic service, dental insurance generally won’t cover it. However, that doesn’t mean your dream smile is out of reach. At Majestic Dental, we proudly partner with CareCredit, a trusted healthcare financing provider that has helped patients access care for decades.
With CareCredit, you can pay for your whitening treatment up front, then split the cost into manageable monthly payments. Some plans even offer zero-interest financing for qualified patients. This flexibility allows you to enjoy a whiter smile now while paying over time. It’s a simple, stress-free way to invest in your confidence.
Teeth Whitening FAQs
Does Teeth Whitening Hurt?
Teeth whitening in The Woodlands is non-invasive, so there is no need to worry that this service will cause bleeding or come with a long recovery time.
However, it is important to note that a temporary increase in dental sensitivity is common after teeth whitening. You might need to avoid hot, cold, spicy, and acidic foods for a few days. Bland, room temperature foods can reduce discomfort. You might also choose to take over-the-counter pain relievers or use sensitivity-reducing toothpaste.
How Can I Make My Teeth Whitening Results Last?
You might be able to extend the results of your teeth whitening treatments by taking some simple steps:
- Pay close attention to oral hygiene. You should brush your teeth at least twice a day and floss daily. You can use whitening products that can help to remove any new surface stains.
- Attend regular dental cleanings. During these appointments, our team can remove plaque and tartar that would otherwise dim your smile.
- Mind your diet. For the first few days after a teeth whitening treatment, you should stick to a “white diet,” meaning that you should choose foods that are white or minimally pigmented, such as milk, white rice, white bread, etc. After that initial period, you can eat normally. However, it would still be wise to minimize your intake of highly pigmented items.
- Avoid bad habits. Smoking is one of the worst things for your smile’s health and appearance — it can quickly stain teeth! Make every effort to kick the habit.
Am I a Candidate for Teeth Whitening?
Teeth whitening might be right for you if:
- You dislike the color of your teeth.
- You have a type of dental staining that tends to respond well to teeth whitening formulas.
- Your oral tissues are healthy enough for cosmetic treatments. (Our team can verify this with a checkup before your whitening appointment.)
- You do not have restorations toward the front of your mouth. (Teeth whitening does not work on veneers and crowns)
We invite you to come in for a consultation; we will be happy to talk about your candidacy for teeth whitening.
Does Teeth Whitening Damage Enamel?
Professional teeth whitening is quite safe for healthy dental enamel.
However, it may cause significant irritation if you have untreated cavities or gum disease. Or, if you overuse whitening products, they may damage your enamel or even cause permanent discoloration of your teeth. Some at-home whitening products are also very abrasive, meaning they could cause your enamel to become thinner.
If you have doubts about whether a specific teeth whitening method or product is safe, reach out to our team.