Teeth Whitening – Leawood, KS
The Path to Your Dream Smile Starts Here
If you are like most adults, you may notice that your pearly whites are no longer living up to their name. The good news is that we have a solution: safe, effective teeth whitening with our trusted Leawood dentist, Dr. Dennis Ayer. With our in-office and take-home treatments, he can give you the gorgeous results you desire at the pace you feel comfortable with. So, if you are ready to have the bright, beautiful smile you’ve always wanted, take the next step: schedule a consultation!
Why Choose Dr. Dennis Ayer for Teeth Whitening?
- 30+ Years Of Clinical Expertise
- In-Office & Take-Home Professional Whitening Available
- Convenient Appointment Times
Who is a Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening?
Has frequent coffee consumption led to slight staining? Maybe a medication you’re taking has left your teeth looking more yellow than white. Whatever the case may be, don’t hesitate to schedule a consultation with us so we can learn all about your dental needs and smile goals! From there, we can determine if you’re a good candidate for teeth whitening and, if you are, if an in-office or take-home treatment is preferable.
How Does Teeth Whitening Work?
Dr. Ayer and our team can’t wait to get started on your brighter, whiter smile. At Our Leawood office, we offer both in-office and take-home treatments, and we will help you determine which one is best for you at your consultation. In the meantime, you can read on to learn more!
Take-Home Teeth Whitening
For people who are less concerned with revealing their results quickly, or for those who prefer to whiten from the comfort of their own homes, we are pleased to offer take-home whitening. We will provide you with everything you need, including custom-fitted trays, which you fill with the high-powered bleaching gel and wear for the prescribed period of time every night. You will begin to notice some whitening after the very first treatment, but patients are advised to complete the full treatment to enjoy maximum results.
In-Office Teeth Whitening
Patients who wish for fast results usually opt for in-office whitening, a treatment that is completed in just one visit to our office. We know that some patients associate teeth whitening with sensitivity, but our approach eliminates that worry. It is a special formula that causes no acute sensitivity or discomfort -- only truly stunning results.
In-office whitening breaks through the outer layer of the teeth to eliminate the stains that live just below the surface. These “intrinsic” stains are impossible to remove with a generic treatment, but Dr. Ayer has over 20 years of experience treating even the most stubborn stains and discoloration with in-office whitening. In just one, one-hour visit, the Kansas City Deep Bleach (as we like to call it) reveals teeth up to eight shades brighter.
Tips for Maintaining Your Brighter Smile
To prolong the results of your whitening treatment, we recommend:
- Brushing your teeth for two minutes each morning and night
- Flossing and rinsing with mouthwash daily
- Eating cottage cheese, plain yogurt, and other light-colored foods
- Using a straw when drinking coffee
- Breaking bad habits, like smoking
- Coming in for a dental checkup and cleaning twice a year
Is Professional Teeth Whitening Worth It?
With whitestrips, toothpastes, and even mouth rinses offering dramatic results in as few as seven days, some patients are left wondering if professional teeth whitening is really worth the investment. Yes, a professional cosmetic dental treatment may cost more than what you can buy at the pharmacy -- but nothing offers results as bright or bold as what you can achieve when you partner with your dentist.
Compared to over-the-counter whitening, a professional treatment…
- Offers maximum effectiveness
- Reduces risk of overuse or abuse
- Is applied only onto the tooth enamel, protecting the soft tissues from burns
- Is activated right before treatment for better results
- Offers results that can last for years with proper maintenance and occasional touchups