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Professional Teeth Whitening: Is It Right for You?
Tired of hiding your smile due to dull, stained, or discolored teeth? It’s time to see a teeth whitening dentist! At the office of Travis A. Bell DDS PLLC in Greensboro, North Carolina, we offer in-office teeth whitening services that can brighten your smile instantly! The answers to the following FAQs can help you decide if teeth whitening is right for you.
What is teeth whitening?
What kind of stains can teeth whitening remove?
Dental whitening can eliminate most stains caused by age, foods, beverages, and tobacco use. Stains caused by dental trauma, medications, or excessive fluoride use may not respond well to teeth whitening. However, we can still brighten your pearly whites with cosmetic bonding or veneers.
Is teeth whitening safe?
Absolutely! Dental whitening is a safe and effective way to brighten your smile! The products and techniques used by dental specialists produce amazing whitening results without harming your gums or teeth. Just the same, we don’t recommend this treatment for children under the age of 13 or pregnant and nursing women.
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How long do the results of teeth whitening last?
If you carefully follow the aftercare instructions from your dentist, the results of dental whitening can last one to two years. Good oral care habits, regular dental cleanings, and periodic touch-ups from our dental team will keep your smile looking its best in the long term. We also recommend minimizing tobacco use and watching what you eat to help prevent future staining.
How does in-office whitening work?
Dr. Bell will apply whitening gel to your teeth and let it sit for approximately 15 minutes to give it time to work. The peroxide in the gel breaks down stain molecules in the enamel and dentin of your teeth to give your smile a lighter appearance. Some whitening gels are self-activating, while others are activated by a special light. This process is repeated two or three times until your whitening goals are achieved. The procedure may take an hour or slightly longer to complete. For best results, we recommend a dental cleaning before whitening treatment.
Are there side effects to teeth whitening treatment?
The main side effect is tooth sensitivity, but not everyone experiences these symptoms. Any sensitivity is temporary and resolves within a few days of your treatment.
What other teeth whitening services are available to me?
Dr. Bell also offers home whitening kits to brighten your smile gradually over a period of several weeks. Your kit comes with custom-fitted whitening trays, professional grade whitening gel and detailed instructions for their use. The trays fit perfectly over your teeth to prevent accidental spillage. We’ll guide you through your procedure to help you achieve optimal results.
Where can I find a skilled teeth whitening dentist near me?
If you live in or near Greensboro, NC, you can call or visit Dr. Travis Bell for professional teeth whitening. We can be reached at (336) 297-6956.Â
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Dr. Travis A. Bell
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Dr. Travis A. Bell, DDS, is a trusted dentist in Greensboro, committed to transforming lives through exceptional dental care. A graduate of UNC Chapel Hill and Elon University, Dr. Bell combines clinical excellence with a compassionate, relationship-driven approach. He leads a Spear Education Chapter and is an active member of the ADA, NCDS, and Guilford County Dental Society (Past President). Honored with the Dental Economics Rising Star Award and multiple academic distinctions, Dr. Bell stays at the forefront of general, cosmetic, and implant dentistry through ongoing advanced training.
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Dr. Janna C. Matko, DDS is an experienced dentist with over 18 years of experience serving the Greensboro community. A graduate with honors from the UNC Adams School of Dentistry, she combines clinical excellence with a genuine commitment to patient care. As an adjunct faculty member at UNC, Dr. Matko mentors future dental professionals while staying current with the latest advancements through continued education and active involvement in the ADA, NCDS, and Guilford County Dental Society.
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