Coffee, tea, red wine and years of living leave teeth yellow. Professional whitening uses a stronger peroxide gel than anything sold at the store, applied by someone who protects your gums while doing it. Most people go three to eight shades lighter.
Your two options
In-office
- One visit, 60 to 90 minutes.
- Results the same day. Best before a wedding, photos or an interview.
- Gums are covered so the strong gel only touches teeth.
Take-home trays
- Custom trays made from a mold of your teeth.
- Wear 30 to 60 minutes a day for one to two weeks.
- Cheaper, gentler on sensitive teeth, and you keep the trays for touch-ups.
Good to know first
Whitening works on natural enamel. Crowns, veneers and fillings do not change color, so front-tooth restorations may need replacing to match. A cleaning before whitening gives better results. Sensitivity for a day or two is normal and a sensitivity toothpaste the week before helps.
What it costs in Denison
In-office whitening runs $400 to $650 in Denison. Custom take-home trays with gel run $250 to $400. Whitening is cosmetic and not covered by insurance. Some offices include free take-home whitening for patients who keep up their cleanings.
Ready to book?
Request an appointment and a Denison office will call you back, usually the same business day.
Common questions
How long does whitening last?
One to three years depending on coffee, tea, wine and smoking. Take-home trays make touch-ups easy.
Is whitening safe?
Yes when done or supervised by a dentist. The gel does not damage enamel. Gum irritation and temporary sensitivity are the only common side effects.
Will whitening fix gray or dark teeth?
Yellow stains respond best. Gray teeth from antibiotics or a dead nerve respond less, and a veneer or internal bleaching may be the better answer.
Other dental services in Denison
Emergency Dentist
Toothache, broken tooth, knocked-out tooth or swelling. Same-day help in Denison.
$150 – $400 exam and relief visitCleanings & Exams
Routine checkups, cleanings and x-rays that keep small problems from becoming big ones.
$120 – $250 per visitDental Implants
A permanent replacement for a missing tooth that looks, feels and chews like your own.
$3,000 – $5,500 per toothCrowns & Veneers
Repair a cracked or worn tooth, or reshape your smile with porcelain.
$900 – $2,000 per toothTeeth Whitening
Professional in-office or take-home whitening that is safer and stronger than store kits.
$250 – $650Invisalign & Clear Aligners
Straighten teeth without metal braces. Removable, nearly invisible, adult friendly.
$3,000 – $6,500