Why Our Whitening Treatment is More Effective Than Over-the-Counter Whitening Products

If your smile has lost some of its sparkle over the years, you are certainly not alone. Teeth whitening is among the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures. Whether you’re preparing for a big job interview, a wedding, a family reunion, or just want to boost the wattage of your smile, professional teeth whitening is a great choice. 

Irving S. Lebovics, DDS, offers in-office teeth whitening as one of many cosmetic dentistry treatments. Many residents of Los Angeles, California, have achieved a brighter, whiter smile in just one simple office visit. 

Many people wonder whether they can achieve the same effects through over-the-counter teeth whitening systems. Here’s what you need to know about how teeth whitening works, and why entrusting your smile to a dentist is always the best course of action. 

Teeth whitening uses a chemical solution to blast away stains

When you come in for professional teeth whitening, Dr. Lebovics places dental devices within your mouth to create a separation between your teeth and your soft tissues. He then carefully applies the whitening solution to the front surfaces of your teeth. 

The chemicals in the whitening solution quickly get to work breaking apart stains to reveal a whiter smile. A treatment light activates the solution to deliver a strong whitening effect. After the proper period of time has passed, Dr. Lebovics rinses the solution away, and you can enjoy your brighter smile right away. 

Now, let’s take a look at the advantages that in-office whitening has over do-it-yourself at-home whitening products. 

Problem #1: Professional-grade whitening is only available to professionals

In today’s world, we’ve become accustomed to having access to all kinds of products and services that were once only available from professionals. But that doesn’t apply to teeth whitening. 

There are multiple whitening products used in professional dental whitening. But none of these are sold to people who do not hold the proper dentistry credentials. So if you’re looking for the very best whitening modern dentistry has to offer, you need to rely on a trained, experienced dentist. 

Problem #2: The risk of damaging teeth and soft tissues

At the same time, some products, available online or in stores, are quite powerful. While this could help lighten the shade of your teeth, it could also increase your risk of damaging your teeth or soft tissues. 

Trying to whiten your teeth on your own means you also have to adequately isolate and protect your tongue, gums, and other soft tissues. This is challenging without the tools and training that dental professionals have. You can end up burning or irritating your soft tissue. It’s also possible to damage your tooth enamel by leaving products on for too long. 

Problem #3: Over-the-counter whitening often fails to deliver results

Take a stroll through any drugstore, grocery store, or big box retailer, and you’ll encounter rows of products that promise to improve the whiteness of your smile. Some of these products are more effective than others, but there are more than a few that won’t deliver any noticeable improvements. 

You work hard for your money, so why waste it on whitening systems that don’t give you the results you’re after? Professional in-office whitening is often more affordable than you think, and is a wonderful investment in your self-confidence. 

Still wondering which approach is best for you?

If you’re still on the fence about which teeth whitening option is right for you, we encourage you to come in and sit down with a member of our team. Our in-office whitening systems can brighten your smile by multiple shades in just one visit. 

We can show you what results you can expect and discuss scheduling and costs during your in-person visit. When you’re ready, just give us a quick call to find a time that works for you. 

Irving S. Lebovics, DDS, also offers online scheduling, which allows you to check appointment availability around the clock.