I’m Dreaming of a White…Smile!

Start off the New Year with a whiter smile

Alexandria Smiles’ In-Office Whitening Service

Give yourself the gift of whiter teeth in 2021! At Alexandria Smiles, we offer procedures like in-office whitening to give you a grin that you’ll want to show off.

Rather than dreaming of whiter teeth, learn how you can easily achieve a brighter smile… 

What Causes Tooth Discoloration

While the main cause of a diminished smile is attributed to normal wear of the outer tooth layer, others include staining due to medications and yellowing or browning from coffee, tea, wine, or other foods. These are common reasons that people look into bleaching.

Another significant cause is something called fluorosis. This cosmetic condition affects around one in four Americans ages six to forty-nine—the predominant age falling between twelve and fifteen. While fluorosis is not a disease, a major cause in its development is the overuse of fluoride-containing dental productsduring the first eight years of life. This is a critical time for the development of teeth and can cause future discoloration.

Common ways that children ingest excess fluoride include swallowing toothpaste and mouthwash rather than spitting it out. Another way is by taking fluoride supplements in addition to drinking fluoridated drinks. Examples of  discoloration can range from lacy white markings, streaks, or spots that only dentists can detect to surface irregularities and yellow or dark brown stains.

The effects of this ailment may only be cosmetic, but they can lead to a lifetime of psychological distress and self-consciousness in one’s smile. A great tool to help mask this discoloration and remove surface staining is Sapphire In-Office Teeth Whitening.

How the Whitening Process Works

It might seem like a good idea to use over-the-counter products, however, these at-home solutions can take weeks or even months to see results. Not only are these methods often messy and time-consuming, but many also require dedicating oneself to re-application which can be expensive.

Rather than stick to a rigorous routine without a guarantee of whiter teeth, why not let the professionals at Alexandria Smiles take care of it for you? Successful in at least 90% of patients and offered at over 4,000 independent offices nationwide, Sapphire In-Office Whitening is effective, affordable, and easy.

There are just a few simple steps for whiter teeth using this method:

1.  First, we cover your gums with a gel that protects tissue from the whitening process.

2. Next, we apply a hydrogen peroxide gel to your teeth.

3. Activated by light, the whitening gel is then brightened using Sapphire’s special lighting.

4. Once the light treatment has finished, gels are removed to reveal whiter teeth.

With just one visit to see impressive results, this process differs from other professional practices that sometimes require several treatments spread out over multiple visits. Taking roughly 15 minutes to set up, the procedure itself only takes 30-60 minutes to complete. Not only is this treatment fast and efficient, but the unique formula blends whitening elements with minerals to help keep teeth healthy and strong. For those with sensitivity, Sapphire has designed their product to ensure minimized discomfort with maximum results.

As bleaching only works on natural tooth enamel, evaluation and replacement of old fillings, crowns, etcetera, may be necessary before a treatment can be done. After these have been replaced or fixed, whitening will be consistent throughout your smile. Additional touch-ups may also be needed every several years or more should you smoke, drink coffee, tea, or wine.

Teeth whitening is usually not covered by insurance. We offer many cost-effective options such as our savings plan, care credit and iCare. To further discuss payment options, please contact us.

May All Your Smiles Be White

Schedule an appointment for a consultation to discuss which approach is best for you. We are here to help you procure the smile of your dreams.

From all of us at Alexandria Smiles, we wish you and your family the happiest of holidays and a shiny bright New Year!

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