Bleaching Methods

               It’s no secret that most of us wish we had a brighter smile! That’s why we see so many products on the market today that advertise tooth whitening. With so many different choices available, it’s so easy to get overwhelmed with what options to pick. Each product may make your teeth whiter, but some may take more time to achieve the desired result, while others may not be as effective.  Some of the most well-known and popular methods of tooth whitening are:

·        Home Bleaching (with custom trays): This involves getting plastic molds of your teeth and a kit to take home. It takes 2 hours a day for 2-4 weeks to have the desired result.

·        In-office or Zoom Bleaching: In-office is a process performed by a dentist.  It takes approximately 1.5 hours with results seen immediately after treatments.

·        Crest Whitening Strips: Crest strips are one of the most popular and inexpensive treatments available today.  They must be worn twice a day for 30 minutes each, visible results are frequently seen after 3-4 weeks. Due to the limited length, only the six front teeth are affected.

Each method of tooth whitening has its pros and cons.  If you would like more details, please feel free to contact our office at (703) 378-2466.  We are conveniently located in the Greenbriar Shopping Center; we look forward to serving you and your family’s dental needs!

Why and when should my child have Dental Sealants?

               Tooth decay affects 90% of all children by the time they are 14.  When plaque ( a sticky film of bacteria) hardens on the teeth, it becomes tartar and begins to feed on sugars found in foods, producing harmful acids that attack teeth.  Dentists use preventive treatments such as Dental Sealants to ward off tooth decay.  Dental Sealants is a clear plastic coating that is brushed onto the pits and fissures ( chewing surface ) of the molars to protect them. It is recommended that children who have their permanent molars should receive sealants.  The process takes approximately fifteen minutes, lasts for several years and aids in the prevention of cavities.

               For more details or to make an appointment contact our office at (703)378-2466. We take many insurance carriers, and currently have special pricing available.