How Does It Brighten My Smile?
For all three techniques above (not including the preformed Crest Strips), we take impressions of your teeth and custom trays are carefully fabricated to closely adapt to the teeth. A whitening gel is applied to the inside of the custom-fitted trays, which are generally worn for a certain time period, depending on the type of whitening you choose.
The active ingredient in most of the whitening agents is carbamide peroxide and hydrogen peroxide; when water contacts this white crystal, the release of hydrogen peroxide lightens the teeth. Carbamide peroxide is dispensed in varying concentrations, ranging from 10%-35%. There are also hydrogen peroxide gels that are dispensed in the “Deep Bleaching” and in-office procedures.
How Long Does Teeth Whitening Last?
Whiter teeth should last several years, depending on your personal habits such as smoking and drinking coffee and tea. At this point, you may choose to get a touch up maintenance kit. This procedure may not be as costly because you can probably still use the same custom trays that were originally fabricated. The re-treatment time is also much shorter than the original treatment time.
How Long Does Teeth Whitening Take?
The at-home system could take 3 days to 2 weeks to fully bleach your teeth. The in-office system takes just over 90 minutes. Deep Bleaching involves a sequence starting with an in-office “conditioning” appointment, which takes about an hour.
The next step involves wearing custom trays at home and at night for the next 2 weeks. The final step involves a strong in-office treatment to finalize that “WOW!” factor, which takes about 90 minutes.
Whichever system you choose, the end result is the same: whiter teeth!

I have never had such a good experience with getting a new crown. Not only was the temporary one done with precision, the new one was put on without pain and my bite is perfect! Also, the staff is very kind, caring and professional. Dr John really impressed me and I am thankful to have this team as I really hate going to the dentist....lol. Great place so far!