Does teeth whitening hurt?

Most patients experience little to no discomfort during professional teeth whitening. Unlike some store-bought solutions, our GLO whitening system is specifically designed to deliver results without causing tooth sensitivity or irritating soft tissues. Patients with naturally sensitive teeth may notice mild temporary sensitivity, which typically resolves quickly after treatment.

How is professional teeth whitening different from at-home kits?

Professional teeth whitening treatments use stronger bleaching agents than over-the-counter whitening products, which means faster and more dramatic results. Our in-office GLO treatment and take-home whitening options are both supervised by our cosmetic dentist, so your tooth enamel and gums are protected throughout the process.

Can professional teeth whitening remove all types of stains?

Professional whitening works best on extrinsic stains — those caused by drinking coffee, tea, red wine, or tobacco products. Tooth discoloration from certain medications or internal factors may be more resistant to bleaching gel. During your consultation, we'll assess your stains and recommend the most effective whitening treatment for your smile.

How do I maintain my results after whitening?

Practicing good oral hygiene is the best way to keep your smile bright. We recommend brushing twice daily, flossing regularly, and limiting staining foods and beverages. Avoiding poor oral hygiene habits and scheduling routine dental visits will help you maintain your results and protect against gum disease and enamel wear.

Is teeth whitening safe if I have dental work?

Whitening treatments are safe for natural teeth but will not lighten existing dental work such as crowns, veneers, or bonding. If you have existing dental work, our dentist will discuss realistic expectations and may recommend coordinating any new dental work after whitening to ensure a consistent, beautiful smile.

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Teeth Whitening in Ellicott City

Before and After Image of Whitened Teeth

MD Smiles offers teeth whitening in Ellicott City, MD. Call 410-531-2690 to make an appointment today!

Despite how well you brush and floss your smile, over time, you may start to notice discolored teeth or tooth stains. Extrinsic stains from drinking coffee, tea, red wine, or using tobacco products are common culprits — as are aging and certain medications — that can leave your smile looking less than its best.

It shouldn’t come as a surprise to learn that professional teeth whitening is the cosmetic dental treatment most requested at our Ellicott City dental office. The reason is simple – professional teeth whitening is fast and offers brilliant results that store-bought solutions simply can't match.

A beautiful, healthy, white smile has the power to change your life and make you GLO - inside and out! We are proud to be a certified GLO Science dental practice, offering our patients the very best teeth whitening experience and results available anywhere - with faster appointments, superior results, and no tooth sensitivity. We offer a variety of GLO teeth whitening options that fit your lifestyle and whitening needs, available exclusively through certified GLO dental practices like ours. Let us help you reach your full smile potential and achieve a brighter smile customized just for you!

In-Office GLO Whitening

Get dramatically whiter teeth in under 16-minutes in style and comfort - and without pain! The GLO whitening mouthpiece uses a patented combination of warming heat and light technology to speed up the whitening process for safe, clinically proven, professional whitening results — with no temporary sensitivity and no harm to your tooth enamel or soft tissues. Book your appointment today!

Our Take-Home Whitening Option Fits Your Busy Lifestyle

Many people simply don't have time to take just about an hour out of their hectic schedule to sit through an in-office treatment at our dental office. Since there is such a high demand for teeth whitening these days, the professional-grade take-home whitening we offer is designed to allow you to take charge of your whitening at your own pace.

We offer Sheer White! prefabricated take-home teeth whitening kits, an affordable and effective alternative to in-office treatments. Experience has shown us that trays used at home over the course of fourteen days can gradually whiten your stained teeth but ultimately provide reliable results.

Sheer White! prefabricated trays already contain bleaching agents, so you don't have to deal with messy whitening gels. Since we don’t need to take any impressions, you can start whitening your teeth the same day as your appointment. The bleaching gel in the trays immediately goes to work removing stubborn stains and discoloration.

Dr. Sokolosky will give you detailed instructions for their use, but generally, most patients will be able to slip on their whitening trays for up to 90 minutes. You will notice results after around two weeks.

Just remember that no teeth whitening treatment provides permanent results, so touch up whitening treatments will be necessary every six months or so.

Frequently Asked Questions About Teeth Whitening in Ellicott City, MD

We are running a special on take home bleaching kits! Reg pricing is $65. Until December 31st just $50. Get whiter teeth for the upcoming holidays in the convenience of your home. Call us today to purchase! (will not lighten/whiten crowns).

Our professional team has years of experience whitening teeth and will give you instructions to help you maintain your beautiful new smile after treatment. As always, we strongly encourage regular dental visits, proper oral hygiene, and healthy eating habits to get the most out of your whitening procedure.

Call 410-531-2690 to make an appointment today!

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