As you look for a “dentist near me in Crofton for teeth whitening,” Dr. Vickii Bingham-Lester is pleased to offer many ways to remove stains and discoloration at her office in Gambrills, Maryland. Bingham-Lester Dentistry personalizes treatment to your personal needs and goals, so you can enhance your smile comfortably and safely.Â
Why would I need professional teeth whitening?Â
OTC toothpastes and other products have their limitations. They are often not formulated with the right ingredients or a sufficient concentration of those ingredients to make a real difference in the color of your teeth. And, while routine teeth cleanings by our dental hygienists generally remove surface stains, deeper stains require professional teeth whitening or other cosmetic dentistry treatments to get results.
What is the fastest way to get whiter teeth?Â
The fastest method is “chairside” or “power” whitening performed in the office. Unlike other professional methods that use whitening trays to gradually remove stains, power whitening can achieve your goal shade in one appointment – not several days or weeks. Dr. Bingham-Lester has carefully chosen the Philips Zoom! system, which is a leader in professional teeth whitening products. In 90 minutes, she can lighten the color of your teeth by up to eight shades.Â
How is it possible to whiten my teeth so fast?
While Philips Zoom! uses hydrogen peroxide, like other effective yet slower teeth whitening methods, this special formulation is activated and accelerated by LED light. Dr. Bingham-Lester safely isolates the teeth and applies the gel and light to break up the stains and discoloration quickly.Â
Am I a good candidate for professional teeth whitening?Â
You may be! Philips Zoom! reverses stains and discoloration from foods and beverages, aging, and some types of medications. By trusting your teeth to an experienced and skilled dentist like Dr. Bingham-Lester, you know that only the most appropriate and safest treatment will be recommended. Dr. Bingham-Lester examines your teeth, gums, and other areas. If she identifies failing restorations, signs of gum disease, and other problems, we will need to treat those issues first. Additionally, it’s important to know that dental work like crowns cannot be whitened. To ensure a uniform color, we can discuss options to replace crowns after your teeth are whitened.Â
Do some stains whiten better than others?Â
Yes. Philips Zoom! works best on teeth with yellow or brown stains. Your results depend on several factors, including the starting shade, your age, the condition of your teeth, and your oral hygiene. While teeth with grayish stains from antibiotics or other medications are responsive to this system, the results may be less noticeable. Teeth with discolored splotches, bands, or spots may also whiten unevenly or require additional treatments. We are happy to discuss other treatment options with you as necessary to support your most confident smile.Â
How can other cosmetic dentistry treatments help me?Â
When stains/discoloration do not respond to whitening treatment, Dr. Bingham-Lester may recommend either dental bonding or veneers. Both of these options work in the same general way. They don’t actually remove stains. Instead, dental materials are specially prepared and applied to the teeth to cover up the discoloration. They may also be an attractive option for patients with additional cosmetic concerns, such as gaps between the teeth or signs of wear and tear.Â
To find out more about Philips Zoom! and other ways to elevate the vibrancy of your smile, schedule a consultation at Bingham-Lester Dentistry today. Call (410) 885-6522 to speak with a member of our team in Gambrills.
