Professional teeth whitening at Olmos Park Family and Implant Dentistry delivers results that over-the-counter strips and trays simply cannot match — because the prescription-strength bleaching agents used by Dr. Metz are significantly more concentrated than anything available without a dental licence. Whitening is tailored to your starting shade and sensitivity level, ensuring you achieve the brightest result your enamel can support without discomfort. Whether you opt for an in-office session or a custom take-home tray kit, Dr. Metz first screens for any underlying issues — such as decay or gum disease — that would need to be resolved before whitening begins, protecting your long-term oral health throughout the process.
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Most patients achieve between 4 and 8 shades of improvement, depending on the nature of their staining and their baseline tooth colour. Extrinsic stains from coffee, tea, and red wine respond most dramatically, while intrinsic discolouration from antibiotics or fluorosis may require additional cosmetic treatment for full correction.
Some degree of temporary sensitivity is common during and immediately after whitening, particularly to cold temperatures. Dr. Metz assesses your sensitivity levels before treatment and can adjust the concentration of the bleaching agent or recommend a desensitising protocol to keep discomfort manageable throughout the process.
Bleaching agents do not alter the colour of porcelain, ceramic, or composite restorations — only natural tooth enamel responds to whitening. If you have existing crowns or veneers, Dr. Metz will discuss how to achieve a consistent shade across your smile before treatment begins.