Teeth Whitening – Buffalo Grove, IL
Invigorate Your Smile with
Personalized Whitening
Has your smile begun to lose a bit of its luster and sparkle? This is natural and it happens over time, and as we age. The food and beverages we consume each day can also contribute to the discoloration of our teeth. Our lifestyle choices also have an impact on the brightness of our teeth. The good news is that it’s easy to update your smile with teeth whitening, and your team at Countryside Dental can help.
Why Choose Countryside Dental for Teeth Whitening?
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Experienced Dentist With
14 Years in the Field -
Fast-Acting, Powerful
In-Office Whitening -
Convenient Take-Home
Whitening Available
In-Office Whitening for Faster Results
Perhaps you have a wedding, vacation, or other big upcoming event? Whitening your teeth can help you look your best, and an in-office treatment delivers quick results.
At Countryside Dental, we use Opalescence Boost whitening for fast and effective in-office treatments that can leave your teeth 6-10 shades lighter in about an hour. We’ll start by placing a protective barrier over your gums and soft tissues, and then we’ll apply Opalescence’s specially formulated high strength whitening gel.
We finish with a fluoride treatment to help eliminate any sensitivity you might experience. You’ll leave our office ready to share your dazzling new smile with the world!
Take-Home Whitening Offers Freedom
If you’d prefer to whiten your teeth at home, we also offer convenient take-home trays that give you the freedom to whiten your teeth based on your schedule. We’ll create custom trays for you with impressions we take of your teeth. This is important to ensure that your gums are protected from any excess whitening gel.
After we ensure that your trays fit properly, we’ll show you how to safely apply the whitening gel. Initially, we suggest that you whiten your teeth for two weeks, or until you’ve achieved your desired results. Then you’ll have your trays available to update your smile whenever you like.
Protecting Your Investment
Now that your teeth are white and looking fabulous again, you’ll want to do what you can to protect your investment. Some of the foods and drinks that can cause discoloration or staining are:
- Coffee, tea, red wine, and dark colas
- Berries such as raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries
- Tomato or marinara sauce
- Soy sauce or curries
You don’t have to completely avoid these items; just be sure you brush your teeth after consumption to ensure the longevity of your whitening treatment.
Lifestyle choices such as tobacco use not only affect the beauty of your smile, but also your oral health. Tobacco leaves a yellowish brown film on your teeth that is hard to clean with daily brushing. It also increases your risk of developing issues like oral cancer or periodontal disease.
Understanding the Cost of Teeth Whitening
Whether you want to schedule an in-office whitening treatment before your wedding or you want to gradually lift stubborn stains from the comfort of your own home because you’re tired of wasting your money on store-bought kits, you might have one question on your mind: how much will it cost? Although we can’t provide you with an exact answer here, we can share some helpful information, including the different factors that impact the price.
Factors That Affect the Cost of Teeth Whitening
There are three main factors that impact the cost of your teeth whitening treatment:
- Whether any preliminary care is needed – Remember, we cannot whiten your teeth if they are decayed or damaged. So, if we find a cavity or another common oral health problem during the initial exam, then we will need to provide the necessary restorative care first.
- The type of teeth whitening treatment you choose – Usually, in-office teeth whitening treatments cost a bit more than take-home options.
- How severe the stains are – If there is a slight, yellow hue on the surface of your teeth, then it may only take one whitening treatment to achieve the desired results. However, if you want a more dramatic improvement, then you may need more than one.
Types of Teeth Whitening: What Do They Cost?
Of course, there isn’t just one path to a brighter and even more beautiful smile. In fact, patients whose pearly whites aren’t quite living up to their name can choose:
- An In-Office Teeth Whitening Treatment – Typically, these range from $400 to $800, but they can cost more if the stains are severe.
- A Take-Home Teeth Whitening Treatment – The custom trays and professional-grade whitening gels usually cost a few hundred dollars.
- Store-Bought Whitening Products – These can cost anywhere from $20 to $100, depending on the store, the brand, and the product.
Inexpensive Teeth Whitening vs. Professional Teeth Whitening
After learning a bit more about the cost of teeth whitening in Buffalo Grove, you might think that buying a whitening kit at your local store or pharmacy is the way to go. However, they don’t consider the health of your smile or the severity of the stains. Not only that, but they contain diluted brightening gels and flimsy applicators, which makes achieving noticeable results quite difficult. All that to say, if you want a bright, seamless, and beautiful smile, it’s worth investing your valuable time and money on professional teeth whitening.
Options for Making Teeth Whitening Affordable
Since dental insurance providers usually don’t cover the cost of teeth whitening, our team at Countryside Dental offers:
- Flexible Financing – Thanks to CareCredit, you can break up the cost of your smile makeover into budget-friendly installments over the course of several months.
- Periodic Promotions – We’re proud to offer periodic specials to our patients, like in-office teeth whitening for $499. For details, get in touch with a friendly member of our team.
Contact Countryside Dental to Learn More
Would you like to learn more about how whitening can enhance your smile? Give your cosmetic dentist in Buffalo Grove a call today.
