Teeth Whitening

We help those throughout Northern Virginia and the Washington D.C. metro area enjoy a brighter, more radiant grin quickly. Whether it’s for a special occasion or just to get that daily shot of confidence, call our office or schedule online to learn more about how this affordable solution can help you attain the smile you deserve here in Fairfax, VA.

Although the surfaces of your teeth may feel smooth, they are covered with tiny indentations and ridges that can hold stains from food and beverages. After months or even years, this build up—combined with tartar or plaque buildup—will develop into obvious surface stains that make your smile look dull and aged.

Aging has a part to play as well: As most Fairfax residents can attest from our local dental checkups, the enamel naturally thins over time, exposing more of the underlying dentin layer which is yellowish by nature, no matter how diligently we brush and floss and get those regular professional cleanings.) Other villains in Northern Virginia’s high-impact world include smoking or vaping, sipping dark beverages such as espresso, black tea, cola or red wine; chewing betel nut; or side effects from medications like tetracycline antibiotics, antihistamines or high-blood-pressure drugs that lead to intrinsic discoloration deeper inside the tooth structure.

While you receive treatment in our relaxed Fairfax, Virginia office we will start by placing a protective barrier gel or a special rubber shield over your gums, lips and other soft tissue. Next, a powerful bleaching agent—usually hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide gel—is carefully applied to your enamel. As it works (you can get an LED-boosted boost for faster results), the formula liberates oxygen molecules that penetrate porous enamel and dentin to dissolve stubborn chromogens and extricate deep-seated stains without harming tooth structure.

Our custom bleaching protocols offered in this Northern Virginia dentistry office are designed to help regardless of the severity of your stains, such as those from coffee stains or tobacco discoloration, and with teeth whitening goals: we find that many patients experience results that are 8-10 shades lighter in just one sitting, superior to DIY kits for long-term smile improvement.

The effectiveness varies by the type of stain as well: Those yellow-tinted extrinsic ones that are affected by diet or lifestyle respond incredibly well to our in-office sessions, providing nearly instant gratification, while brownish or grayish intrinsic ones (from things like trauma or medications, say, or just your genetic disposition) may see more subtle changes — and in some cases require combination treatments like microabrasion/ enamel reshaping.

Want to learn more about our current teeth whitening deals, offers or how this procedure can be combined with other cosmetic dentistry services in Fairfax?

Call Fairfax Dentist today or book online for a customized smile consultation— providing Northern Virginia with the best oral care around.