There is no other Los Angeles cosmetic dentistry procedure more common than Los Angeles teeth whitening. Affordable and effective, teeth whitening is one way to transform a smile quickly without breaking the bank. Teeth discoloration is extremely common due to age, medication, or stains caused by cigarettes or coffee. From mild to severe discoloration, there are many Los Angeles teeth whitening methods to whiten and brighten those smiles.

Common Los Angeles Teeth Whitening Procedures

For teeth that are slightly discolored due to natural aging, or mild stains, custom tray bleaching is highly effective and the least expensive. Upon receiving a custom fitted mouth tray, patients wear the tray for one to two hours daily. The number of days or weeks one wears the tray depends on how much whitening is required. Results occur gradually each day, which makes the transition smooth and subtle.

Some people prefer instant results, rather than gradual whitening. One Los Angeles teeth whitening procedure that offers immediate results is laser teeth whitening. Clear bleaching gel is applied to the teeth, which must then be exposed to laser light for up to two hours depending on the amount of whitening desired. Although more expensive than some other methods, the results are long term and immediate.

For very severe cases, bleaching is not always effective in whitening teeth discoloration. Discoloration caused by tetracycline, for instance, can be very dramatic, which dentists often use teeth veneers to cover. Dental veneers are thin layers of shaped plastic or porcelain affixed to the tooth's surface. Results are excellent, and last up to 15 years without staining.