Teeth Whitening – Fort Worth, TX

Who Is a Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening?

Many people feel that an attractive smile can help make a superb first impression, but teeth can accrue stains over the years from exposure to foods and beverages that are high in pigments and dyes such as coffee, tea, red wine, berries, and artificially colored candies. Dental stains can be extrinsic, meaning they are located on the surface of the teeth, or intrinsic, meaning that they are embedded within the enamel. Almost any patient can receive teeth whitening after a brief consultation with Dr. Presley, and the results can deliver real benefits in the social scene and professional world by giving you a smile you can be proud of.

How Does Teeth Whitening Work?

While there are do-it-yourself teeth whitening kits available at stores, they can leave a lot to be desired. Without professional supervision, these kits can cause injuries by exposing soft tissues or untreated cavities to harsh bleaching agents. Luckily, Bonds Ranch Family Dentistry offers Kor in-office teeth whitening that delivers superior results. Each of these treatments is customized to fit the patient’s particular needs, minimizing the risk of injuries while maximizing the whitening effects.

KoR In-Office Teeth Whitening

If you need a flashy white smile as soon as possible, KoR in-office teeth whitening is probably for you. These treatments can be completed in about an hour, making them great if you have a special event like a wedding or a job interview coming up. During this procedure, Dr. Presley will place barriers in your mouth to protect your soft tissues before applying a few coats of whitening gel to your teeth. She will then treat your smile with a special light to activate the bleaching effect. You’ll then be free to enjoy your beautifully whitened smile.

Tips for Maintaining Your Brighter Smile

After having a teeth whitening treatment, you’ll certainly want to do what you can to maintain its results. While you’re free to come back in for touch-ups if necessary, you can take certain measures to help your smile retain its lovely new shade. These include:

• Enjoying white dairy products with meals to help your teeth stay strong and bright.
• Refrain from foods and beverages that are high in pigments and dyes such as coffee, tea, red wine, or berries.
• Practice excellent oral hygiene at home and see your dentist every six months for routine exams and cleanings.

Understanding the Cost of Teeth Whitening

Paying for professional teeth whitening treatment might feel like a significant financial investment. Having someone else brighten your teeth instead of using a do-it-yourself, at-home kit that you can find at the drugstore can seem unnecessary for some people; however, when you see the kind of results you achieve with a trusted cosmetic dentist in Fort Worth, you’ll understand why it’s worth the time and money, but what can you expect when it comes to the cost of teeth whitening? We’re here to explain.

Factors that Affect the Cost of Teeth Whitening

Establishing a cost estimate for teeth whitening first requires that a member of our dental team evaluate the following factors:

• The extent of your tooth stains and discoloration
• The type of stains – intrinsic (inside), extrinsic (on the surface), or those that form because of age
• The potential for additional restorative care to address existing dental decay, cavities, or gum disease

These components help us narrow down the type of treatment you need so that we can build a plan that not only produces the kind of results that you want but also offers a clearer explanation of how much you can expect to pay for a brighter, whiter smile.

Types of Teeth Whitening: What Do They Cost?

You have choices when it comes to teeth whitening. Do you want to entrust your smile to a licensed and talented dental professional who has years of training in this type of cosmetic solution, or would you rather opt for a DIY kit you can purchase over the counter at your local drugstore?

Once you decide, you’ll then need to determine if you are interested in professional in-practice treatment or a special take-home kit, or if you want one-size-fits-all trays, strips, or gels.

The breakdown of prices for each type is below:

• In-Practice Teeth Whitening: You may spend $400-$800 to let a professional improve your smile.
• Customized Take-Home Whitening Kit: These can cost between $200-$300 because of the customization and professional oversight provided.
• DIY One-Size-Fits-All Trays: You can find these over the counter for less than $100.
• DIY Whitening Trays, Strips, and Gels: These are often the cheapest options, running at $20-$30.

Inexpensive Teeth Whitening vs. Professional Teeth Whitening

It may be cheaper to buy store-bought products to whiten your teeth, but there are a few downfalls that can occur, such as:

• An uneven whitening experience because of one-size-fits-all trays
• Gum irritation because of ill-fitting trays or messy bleaching gels
• No formal pre-treatment examination to determine if you have existing decay or gum disease.

By allowing our team to conduct a thorough examination of your smile beforehand, we can make sure that it is in the best possible shape for whitening, which is why it’s worth the investment.

Options for Making Teeth Whitening Affordable

At Bonds Ranch Family Dentistry, we know dental insurance isn’t always an option for patients, and in most cases, cannot be used to pay for cosmetic treatments like teeth whitening. This is why we also welcome cash, check, or credit card, and a few additional options, including:

• In-Office Financing: We offer short-term, long-term, interest-free financing and will find a payment option that works with your budget.
• Third-Party Financing: Through CareCredit, you can choose a payment plan with low or no interest, and can be paid off at varying lengths.