Teeth Whitening – Little Rock, AR

Who is a Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening?

Candidates for teeth whitening are typically patients who are struggling with dental discoloration but have healthy teeth and gums. If we find an oral health issue during your initial exam, like tooth decay, that doesn’t necessarily mean you aren’t a candidate. Instead, it means we need to start the smile-makeover process with the necessary restorative care.

How Does Teeth Whitening Work?

Our talented cosmetic dentists offer two types of teeth whitening: take-home and in-office. At your consultation, we will provide you with information on each, including the cost, but you’re welcome to read on to learn more in the meantime!

Take-Home Teeth Whitening

Would you prefer to lift stubborn stains from the comfort of your home? If so, then ask us about our take-home teeth whitening treatments! In this case, we will give you everything you need, and we will provide specific instructions on when and how to use the products we give you. In about two weeks, you’ll have the gorgeous results you desire.

In-Office Teeth Whitening

If you have a wedding, a job interview, or another important event on the horizon, then you might want the results now, not two weeks from now. In that case, we recommend an in-office teeth whitening treatment! Our team will handle every step of the process, and you’ll walk out the doors with a noticeably whiter smile.

Tips for Maintaining Your Brighter Smile

To maintain your beautiful results, we recommend:

• Brushing, flossing, and rinsing with mouthwash consistently
• Using a straw when drinking beverages like coffee
• Eating lots of light-colored foods, like plain yogurt and white fish
• Breaking bad habits, like smoking
• Getting a dental checkup and teeth cleaning twice a year

If you’re ready to schedule your consultation, or you want to talk to our team about all of your treatment options, then give us a call! We’d be happy to help you on your journey to your healthiest, happiest, and most beautiful smile.

Understanding the Cost of Teeth Whitening

Professional teeth whitening treatments at one of our locations in Little Rock can deliver remarkable results for your smile. These procedures can give you the confidence you need to smile boldly and proudly, which can be an amazing asset in both the social scene and the business world. However, it’s reasonable to ask how much whitening treatments cost. Here’s a brief breakdown of the costs associated with teeth whitening, but please feel free to contact us online if you wish to learn more.

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Factors That Affect the Cost of Teeth Whitening

While the prices of teeth whitening treatments are usually set, you may need multiple treatments to achieve your desired results based on certain factors. The overall cost of your whitening process can be affected by circumstances such as:

• The severity of your stains.
• The nature of your discoloration, as stains can result from factors like age and certain medications, and they can be extrinsic (located upon the tooth’s surface) or intrinsic (located beneath the tooth’s surface).
• The need for any preliminary procedures to address issues like tooth decay or gum disease.

Types of Teeth Whitening: What Do They Cost?

Teeth whitening treatments come in several forms at different price ranges. These include:

• In-office teeth whitening procedures can brighten your smile in about an hour, and they can range from $400 to $1000 depending on circumstances.
• Take-home professional whitening kits that include concentrated whitening gel and customized dental trays take about two weeks to complete and typically cost several hundred dollars.
• Store-bought whitening kits with one-size-fits-all dental trays usually go for $100 or less.
• Teeth whitening strips or gels available at grocery stores and pharmacies are by far the cheapest option. A two-week supply of whitening strips usually costs $20-$40.

Inexpensive Teeth Whitening vs. Professional Teeth Whitening

While you may wonder why professional teeth whitening treatments are so popular when there are cheaper options readily available, the reason is that you get what you pay for. Many people who use store-bought kits, strips, or gels find that these products produce lackluster or negligible results even after many months of use, and some of them may even suffer injuries due to poor manufacturing or user error. Professional whitening treatments, on the other hand, reliably produce significant results in brief periods of time, and, since they are administered by a qualified dental professional, the risk of injury is incredibly small.

Options for Making Teeth Whitening Affordable

Since teeth whitening is considered a cosmetic procedure, there aren’t many dental insurance plans that cover it. However, we partner with CareCredit to offer our patients financing options with little to no interest that can break their bills into small monthly payments that are easily manageable. Our staff will be more than happy to help you navigate your payment and financing options, so please contact us if you need any assistance.