Teeth Whitening
Today, we can choose from many cosmetic options to improve the appearance of your smile. Professional teeth whitening is one of the most popular treatments we offer because it’s a fast, easy, cost-effective way to brighten and refresh your smile.
A common complaint among our patients is that their teeth have taken on a dull, drab appearance. This can happen to anyone, especially as we get older. Our teeth withstand a lot of wear and tear. Even if you take proper care of your oral health, age and lifestyle habits will cause your formerly bright smile to gradually fade.
Professional Whitening vs. Store-Bought Products
If you’ve tried store-bought teeth whitening products, you probably found that they didn’t produce noticeable results or they took forever to work. The reason you don’t see significant whitening is simple. Over-the-counter products don’t contain the same concentration of whitening agent that can be used safely by a trained dental professional.
Professional teeth whitening treatments at our Plainfield dental office are completely customized for you. We will evaluate your specific needs and adjust the level of whitening agent used to reduce any chance of any sensitivity.
Whitening Options That Fit Your Life
For your convenience, we offer our patients Pola whitening for both in-office whitening and take-home treatment. The type we'll recommend depends on your personal needs and preferences.
In-Office Teeth Whitening: If you’re looking for fast results, an in-office teeth whitening treatment may be the best choice for you. The whole procedure can be completed in about thirty minutes, and within a day or so, you will see the remarkable results.
Professional Take-Home Kits: We’re all busy, and you may not have the time to come to our Plainfield dental office for treatment. If this is the case, we also offer convenient take-home whitening kits.
Aside from the strength of the whitening gel used, a major difference between professional and store-bought take-home kits is the whitening tray. As part of your kit, you will receive a customized tray that has been created specifically for you using impressions of your teeth.
Our take-home kits are also easy to use – simply apply the gel to the inside of the whitening tray and wear every day for about two weeks. Everyone has different needs, but we usually recommend you wear the trays for about twenty to thirty minutes at a time. After two weeks, you will be amazed at the dramatic results!
You Deserve a Stunning Smile
Everyone wants to enjoy a beautiful, healthy smile. Professional teeth whitening at our Plainfield dental office makes it easy to achieve a great smile that really helps you feel good about the way you look.
Whether you decide on an in-office treatment or a professional take-home kit, you’ll be amazed at the beautiful results you’ll see in such a short amount of time. We’d love to talk to you about our effective teeth whitening options, so please give us a call to arrange your next dental cleaning!
Frequently Asked Questions
Teeth whitening is the most popular cosmetic treatment available today, and there’s nothing like professional whitening to bring out the natural beauty of your smile!
We want you to be thrilled with the results, and whitening options at our Plainfield dental office are designed with your unique needs in mind. So our first step is to spend some time talking to you about the results you’re looking for, as well as your timeline and budget. For your convenience, we offer both in-office and take-home whitening. Both are very effective, and the one we choose is really a matter of personal preference.
If you’d like to have your teeth whitening completed in one appointment, in-office treatment will be a good choice for you. Using a highly concentrated, professional whitening gel, we can help you achieve beautiful results in under an hour. Or, you may prefer a bit more control over the pace and extent of your whitening. In this case, we will recommend one of our professional take-home kits.
You may be wondering why our kits are preferable to those you find in your drug store. First, as dental professionals, we can prescribe a highly concentrated whitening gel that is stronger than anything you can purchase over the counter. Also, your whitening tray is completely customized, which allows the gel to cover all surfaces of your teeth evenly for consistent results.
If you’d like more information about the beautiful results we can help you achieve with professional teeth whitening, please give us a call!
Meet Our Doctor:
Lance K. Skinkys, DDS
Dr. Skinkys earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the esteemed University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry and received faculty awards for professionalism and clinical excellence.
During his schooling, Dr. Skinkys was chosen to complete a comprehensive general practice residency in dentistry at Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital in Lakeview. At Illinois Masonic, he completed rotations through anesthesia, Cook County Hospital’s department of oral surgery, and the IMMC emergency room. In addition, this hospital-setting program gave him advanced training in treating special needs patients and medically compromised patients as well ...