What is Professional In-Office Whitening?

Professional whitening is a process where your licensed dentist or dental professional manages your tooth whitening process by helping you decide what level and type of whitening is best for you, and then either administers the process directly, or provides clear direction to you for self-administering at-home. For this “at-home” process, you would purchase your whitening products through your dentist’s office.

 

The three main types of professional whitening systems your dentist may suggest are light or laser-enhanced in-office whitening, non-light in-office whitening, or use-at-home tray systems. For an in-office whitening treatment, your dentist or dental professional will carefully apply the proprietary whitening formula (gel) directly on your teeth and, depending on the system being used, may or may not utilize a light source or a laser to enhance the whitening power of the peroxide gel. Another service your dentist may offer is fitting you for a custom take-home whitening tray. These powerful whitening options are only available through your dentist or dental professional.