Teeth Whitening
Teeth Whitening for Arlington Heights, IL’s Bright Smiles
Do you want a brighter smile, instead of settling for dull, stained teeth? James Kakos DDS can help with professional teeth whitening solutions in Arlington Heights, IL. Our dental team will gladly remove years of discoloration on your teeth to reveal whiter teeth that you love to show. Don’t hesitate to improve your smile with our help.
What Is Teeth Whitening?
Professional teeth whitening is a common dental treatment option that a licensed professional performs to remove stains and discoloration from teeth. Using safe, high-quality bleaching agents, it delivers faster and more effective results than over-the-counter products. This treatment option improves how bright your smile is while a professional carefully monitors your procedure to ensure comfort and long-lasting results.
Our Teeth Whitening Procedure
At James Kakos DDS, we offer ZOOM® teeth whitening. This revolutionary, one-visit technique varies light intensity and duration to customize settings and provide the unique smile you desire. We also have take-home whitening trays for you to improve your smile by a few shades in a couple of weeks.
Maintaining White Teeth after Treatment
To maintain white teeth after professional whitening, avoid staining foods and drinks like coffee, tea, and red wine. Brush twice daily with whitening toothpaste, floss regularly, and rinse after meals. Use a straw for beverages to minimize contact with teeth. Lastly, you want to schedule regular dental cleanings to preserve your bright, radiant smile.
How Does Teeth Whitening Work?
This convenient dental service uses whitening gels to reveal a whiter smile by removing stains and other discoloring elements from your teeth. With ZOOM® teeth whitening, James Kakos DDS uses 25-percent hydrogen peroxide gel and the ZOOM LED lamp to penetrate your teeth’ surfaces and bleach colored substances without pain or changes to their structures.
Benefits of Professional Teeth Whitening
Your smile gets even brighter with less chance of uneven results or complications with professional whitening treatments. Some benefits of turning to a professional to whiten your teeth include the following:
- Achieves a noticeably brighter and more confident smile with professional expertise.
- Removes deep stains that over-the-counter products cannot reach.
- Provides a safe and comfortable experience tailored to your needs.
- Offers faster and more effective results compared to at-home methods.
- Boosts self-esteem by improving your teeth’s overall appearance.
Other Dental Services We Offer
James Kakos DDS proudly preserves and restores your dental health and appearance with comprehensive oral care options. Our office covers numerous general, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry services, as well as implants. Below is a list of examples:
- Pediatric dentistry
- Cleanings
- Gum care
- Oral cancer screenings
- Tooth-colored composite fillings
- Porcelain veneers
- Invisalign® clear aligners
- Porcelain crowns and fillings
- Laser gum lifts
- Root canals
- And much more
Why Choose James Kakos DDS?
Besides our comprehensive dental care, James Kakos DDS offers an outstanding patient service experience. We also invest in state-of-the-art dental technology and give every patient our personal attention to build a lasting relationship. Contact us whenever you need routine, cosmetic, or emergency dental care in Arlington Heights.
FAQs About Teeth Whitening
Patients are welcome to ask us questions about their oral health or appearance and our dental solutions. We want every patient to feel more relaxed and confident in our treatment options, no matter their age or dental needs. The following are common questions we receive about teeth whitening, and our answer to each of them to start the process:
Teeth whitening can cause temporary sensitivity, mainly because of exposure to whitening agents. At-home kits often lead to more sensitivity because they use generic trays and lower-quality materials. Professional teeth whitening minimizes this risk through customized treatments and desensitizing techniques. These measures ensure a more controlled, comfortable experience tailored to each patient’s needs.
At James Kakos DDS, we offer at-home whitening trays for self-service and ZOOM® in-office teeth whitening for customized, professional results. Overall, you have many teeth whitening options, including toothpaste, strips, mouth rinses, whitening kits, and other in-office whitening options.
Professional teeth whitening is generally safe for teens when a qualified dentist performs it. However, ensuring their teeth and gums are fully developed and healthy is essential. Consult a dental professional to evaluate your teen’s suitability and avoid risks.
Professional teeth whitening does not work on dental crowns or fillings because whitening agents are designed to lighten natural tooth enamel. Crowns and fillings retain their original color, so you may need to replace them to match your whitened teeth.
Teeth whitening is possible with braces, but it can be challenging. Whitening strips or gels often cannot reach covered areas, leading to uneven results. We recommend consulting your orthodontist to learn the best options.
Candidates for teeth whitening treatment typically have healthy teeth and gums that are free of cavities or severe sensitivity issues. This service is ideal for patients with surface stains caused by coffee, tea, smoking, or aging. Consulting with your dentist is essential to ensure your oral health supports safe and effective whitening results.