PearlBrite Professional Teeth Whitening

Overview of Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is used to correct discoloration of the teeth by removing the brown and yellow staining. The term "teeth whitening" can refer to a number of techniques to improve the brightness of the patient's teeth. Among them are chemical whitening, mild acid whitening, abrasive teeth brightening and the newest technique, light teeth whitening.

Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is chemical process used to lighten the color of the patient's teeth. The procedure can be performed entirely in a dentist office (usually most expensive and painful), cosmetic facility (cheaper, effective, timely), by the patient in their home (usually cheapest but also usually least effective and takes diligence and time).  

Using a light with a whitening gel is an in-"house" whitening system and for many is the easiest, most convenient and cost effective.  The translucent bleaching gel is applied to the teeth and a patented light is used to activate the crystals to absorb the energy from the light and penetrate the teeth enamel to increase the lightening effect on the teeth. The length of time in the cosmetic chair depends on the degree of discoloration you have, but 90% to 95% of your results usually occur in the first 20 minutes. 

How long does teeth whitening last?

Teeth whitening is not a permanent procedure. Results can last for one to or more years, depending upon your personal habits. In most cases, the whitening procedure is very effective and the patient is pleased with the results.  PearlBrite recommends post care measures.  See our Maintenance link for more info.