One of the easiest ways to achieve a bolder and brighter smile that you can be proud of is through teeth whitening. With so many teeth whitening kits available today, it can be tempting to pick one up and try it for yourself at home. However, there are a significant number of benefits for getting your teeth professionally whitened rather than using a DIY kit at home. Check out a few of the many benefits of having your teeth professionally whitened! 

Dental Staff Are Experienced

When you choose to head to the dentist to have your teeth whitened, you know you can trust the experienced and knowledgeable dental staff. The staff is professionally trained and has the equipment needed to perform the service as safely and effectively as possible. Also, whitening trays bought from the store are typically one size fits all which means that gel could leak from the tray potentially harming your gums and mouth. 

Professional Services are More Effective

At-home whitening kits often have a much lower concentration of hydrogen peroxide rendering them not as effective in achieving a dramatic shade change as you would see with in-office treatments. Professional products are much stronger which means that you’ll be able to see more noticeable results in less time. 

Dentists Can Monitor Your Dental Health

Anytime you stop in the office for a teeth whitening procedure, your dentist can evaluate your teeth and gums prior to beginning to make sure you have proper dental health. Any signs of gum problems or tooth decay will be treated prior to beginning the whitening to ensure that the products used don’t cause any pain or harm. Additionally, your dentist may notice underlying causes for teeth staining and can help identify ways to protect your teeth from future staining. 

At Cakmes Dental Studio, we offer some of the latest technologies and services to help you safely and effectively whiten your smile. Our Philips Zoom in-office whitening service brightens your teeth up to 8 shades whiter with little to no sensitivity. Our office also offers custom-fitted tooth-whitening trays to be used at home with whitening gel. 

Call (865) 584-6163 to schedule an appointment or visit our website to schedule an appointment online. Right now, we are running a half-off promotion for our Philips Zoom in-office whitening service, making it just $199 instead of the regular $399. This offer is only valid through the end of the year so make sure to take advantage of it and achieve your whitest smile possible!

Home remedies for teeth whitening is a trend that is on the rise. However, is it safe for your teeth, and does it really help in the long run? There are, in fact, some teeth whitening home remedies that pose a threat to your tooth and gum health. It is important to recognize these risks and talk with your dentist about which whitening options are best for you and your teeth. 

Activated Charcoal and DIY Teeth Whitening Solutions

Charcoal is a rising trend in the realm of teeth whitening. However, it has not been scientifically proven to whiten your teeth, and it is too new to the market to know the actual effects it has on the teeth and gums. It is best to only use products that have undergone many studies and have certifications before choosing to use it as a whitening remedy. Be very careful using recipes off the internet to make a whitening solution. Without knowing the true effects it can have on your oral health, you are putting your teeth and gums at risk of infection, decay, and severe pain. 

Whitening Toothpaste and Whitening Strips

Everyone’s teeth are different, but as long as your dentist gives you the green light, whitening toothpastes are typically okay to use. Whitening strips have similar whitening ingredients to whitening toothpastes, so they are typically fine to use as well (of course, check with your dentist first). Many people find these remedies to be successful in achieving the whiteness they desire, but unfortunately, many users of whitening toothpastes and whitening strips report major tooth sensitivity and irritated or bloody gums. Also, some users of these whitening remedies express frustration with how long it takes to see results. 

Cakmes Methods

We offer professional teeth whitening in our dental studio that could give you the smile of your dreams in as little as 45 minutes. At Cakmes, we use Phillips Zoom technologies to safely and effectively whiten your smile. Phillips Zoom uses whitening gel and LED lights to quickly achieve your desired whiteness. This method provides instant results and little to no sensitivity when you leave the office. We also offer whitening trays you can use at home, which are similar to whitening strips but are tailored specifically to your individual teeth. Your whitening tray is custom-designed to fit your mouth perfectly to ensure even whitening on each tooth, no whitening gel leakage, and no gum irritation. 

At Cakmes Dental Studio, we want to help you achieve a smile that MAKES you smile. Contact us today at (865) 584-6163 to schedule a consultation or an appointment to get the pearly whites you have always dreamed of!