Laser Teeth Whitening - Is it right for you?

Laser teeth whitening has to be done by a dentist trained in cosmetic treatment. In this procedure the dentist applies a translucent bleaching gel to the teeth and uses a special activating light to cause the crystals to absorb the light energy and penetrate the enamel on each tooth to increase the whitening effect. Two hours at a time is common for this treatment, but the length of the visit varies according to the amount of discoloration. Many people only need to make one visit to the dentist for a laser whitening procedure.

How much does laser whitening cost?

If you admire the white teeth of the actors in Hollywood, laser teeth whitening is a common procedure that most dentists will be able to do in their offices. An average cost of teeth whitening by laser is about $600, but this price varies from place to place. The costs may vary widely depending on the discoloration of your teeth, your location, the dentist you choose and if your insurance will pay for any portion of it.

You can purchase from Direct White the same professional teeth whitening service they sell to cosmetic dentistry offices, including custom bleaching trays manufactured by dental technicians to fit your teeth exactly. No dentist visit, same dramatic results-bright, white teeth in as little as 4 days - and you get to keep the dentist's profit!

Are there any disadvantages?

One disadvantage of using the laser treatment for whitening your teeth is that others will instantly notice the change in the color of your teeth. While this may not be all bad - some people prefer a more gradual whitening process so it is not so apparent how discoloured their teeth were to begin with. However, if you are in a hurry to see results nothing works faster than a professional dental laser treatment.

How long does it last anyway?

Laser whitening procedures are not permanent and may have to be repeated after 6 months or a year. Again, individual results will vary. A more permanent method of having whiter teeth is to have the dentist glue thin strips to your teeth, called veneers. These are permanent but do have to be repaired after a ten or fifteen year period. This process also requires that the dentist remove some of the tooth enamel to ensure a proper fit. The cost of teeth whitening using this method is really expensive - about $250 per tooth.