Teeth Whitening La Jolla

Teeth whitening is an excellent solution for those who desire a brighter, more radiant smile.

Dr. David Sabourin offers professional teeth whitening services, ensuring optimal results in a luxurious and comfortable setting.

What Causes Tooth Discoloration & What Are The Solutions?

A variety of factors can lead to tooth discoloration, such as:

• Diet
• Tobacco use
• Aging
• Trauma
• Medication
• Substandard oral hygiene practices

Although over-the-counter teeth whitening products can eliminate surface stains, they don’t change the enamel color as professional teeth whitening treatment does.

That’s why it’s beneficial to consult with a dentist like Dr. Sabourin for teeth whitening to identify the most suitable strategies (and even consider other treatments like veneers).

What are the Benefits of Teeth Whitening?

If you’re dissatisfied with the color of your teeth, you’ve likely tried over-the-counter (OTC) whitening strips, toothpaste, or OTC whitening trays.

Although some of these products are generally safe when used as directed, multiple applications can cause gum sensitivity, tooth enamel wear, and other issues.

Even the best OTC whitening treatment systems lack the strength to remove stains from anything but surface stains.

The Benefits of Professional Tooth Bleaching Include:

• Quick in-office or at-home treatment
• Dramatic removal of surface and deep stains
• Little-to-no tooth or gum sensitivity
• Customized trays that perfectly fit your mouth
• Natural-looking white shade customized to you

Dr. Sabourin’s Teeth Whitening Treatments

Dr. Sabourin provides sophisticated cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening methods, and custom treatment plans, aiming for the best possible result for every patient.

Most people with stained or discolored teeth are good candidates for teeth whitening, except for some cases like pregnant or nursing individuals and those suffering from gum disease or cracked teeth.

The Teeth Whitening Treatments

Dr. Sabourin offers advanced in-office and at-home whitening treatments from leading companies, including Zoom!® Teeth, KöR® Whitening, and BriteSmile® ensuring the most safe and effective teeth whitening possible.

In-Office Teeth Whitening Procedure

Before starting chairside treatment, your teeth are cleaned. A protective gel or shield is placed over your gums, and the bleaching agent or gel is applied directly to your teeth.

The professional-grade gel penetrates your tooth enamel to remove surface-level and deep stains.

Zoom and KöR offer different products, patented ingredients, and unique methodologies for optimal whitening.

At-Home Whitening Process

Dr. Sabourin takes impressions of your upper and lower teeth to create whitening trays that fit snugly over your teeth.

Unlike OTC trays, custom-made trays present no risk of shifting or gel leaking out. One of the most significant benefits is that they’re entirely portable, so you can whiten your teeth at home or on the go.

The trays are worn for several hours every day until the desired shade of white is achieved.

At-home teeth whitening generally takes several weeks to produce the desired results.

Zoom! Teeth Whitening

When you get Zoom! Whitening: the whitening gel is applied to your teeth three to four times, 15 minutes per application.

The Zoom Advanced Power Chairside Lamp activates and breaks down hydrogen peroxide in the whitening compound. A thin layer of hydrogen peroxide is dissolved over your tooth enamel, releasing oxygen that flushes out tooth discoloration.

Zoom proprietary ingredients help protect tooth enamel, improve luster, and reduce sensitivity.

Although actual results vary, the company says that Zoom WhiteSpeed can lighten teeth by eight shades in just 45 minutes, excluding prep time.

Zoom works well for many people but isn’t the best option if you have deep-seated stains or tooth sensitivity.

KöR Whitening

KöR whitening products feature a dual-activated, patented formulation and delivery system to produce amazing teeth-whitening results alone—without chemical stabilizers, lights, or lasers.

Since there are no potentially irritating stabilizers, KöR products are an excellent option for tooth sensitivity.

From the moment they’re manufactured until Dr. Sabourin places them on your teeth, KöR whitening gels are refrigerated to prevent unstable chemicals from degenerating and losing potency.

Unlike other whitening methods, KöR restores your teeth’s ability to absorb oxygen in the whitening gel, effectively dissolving and removing stain molecules.

Although results vary, KöR can whiten teeth by up to 16 shades.

The KöR Maintenance program enables patients to enjoy all their favorite staining foods and beverages while maintaining a white smile.

Safety and Comfort in Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening at Dr. Sabourin’s office is safe and comfortable, with minimal discomfort, pain, or sensitivity reported by patients. Even for those who experience tooth sensitivity, any discomfort should naturally dissipate shortly after the procedure.

To help reduce sensitivity in sensitive teeth and ensure a more comfortable experience during future whitening treatments, patients can use sensitive toothpaste containing ingredients such as potassium nitrate, fluoride, and hydroxyapatite, which relieve tooth sensitivity and protect the tooth enamel.

Maintaining Your Bright Smile: Post-Treatment Care

Post-treatment care is vital after one treatment to maintain a gleaming smile. Maintaining good oral hygiene comprises brushing and flossing twice daily using fluoride toothpaste and scheduling regular dental check-ups and cleanings.

To minimize pain and prevent staining, following a teeth whitening procedure avoiding acidic foods, dark-colored beverages, dark sauces, red wine, foods containing dyes, and dark-colored fruits and vegetables is recommended.

Custom trays should be employed every 3-4 months for touch-up teeth whitening treatments. These custom-made dental trays provide improved comfort and outcomes compared to generic one-size-fits-all trays available at local pharmacies.

To ensure your results last, see our guide on teeth whitening maintenance.

Schedule Your Teeth Whitening Consultation Today

The best way to determine if tooth whitening is right for you is to schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Sabourin.