Drugstore whitening strips work, sort of. The problem is the gel concentration is low, the fit is generic, and the sensitivity can be brutal because the bleach leaks onto your gums. Professional whitening solves all three: stronger gel, custom trays molded to your teeth, and clear instructions on how to avoid the sting.
At our Scottsville office, most patients choose take-home whitening with custom trays. You wear them for about an hour a day for a week or two, and most people see results well past what strips can produce. For events with a deadline — a wedding, a reunion, a job interview — we can also do an in-office boost.
Before we start, we check that whitening is actually right for you. Existing crowns and fillings don't whiten, deep stains from antibiotics or trauma may not respond, and very sensitive teeth need a gentler protocol. We'll be honest about what to expect.
Why it matters
- ✓Custom-fit trays — gel where you want it, not on your gums
- ✓Professional-strength gel for faster, longer-lasting results
- ✓Safer than over-the-counter for sensitive teeth (with the right protocol)
- ✓Honest expectations before you start — no overselling