Whitening
Whitening services located in Murray Hill, New York, NY
Whitening can be a great option to enhance the natural beauty of your smile. But before undergoing any teeth whitening, it is crucial to have a healthy mouth free from cavities and gum disease. We recommend scheduling a check up and cleaning with your dentist to address any potential dental issues before you proceed with cosmetic enhancements.
Our Whitening Services
It’s amazing what a beautiful smile can do for someone’s mental health. It can make you more assertive, increase your self-worth, and give you that boost of confidence you’ve always wanted. Unfortunately, for some people living in New York City, a beautiful smile simply isn’t possible. Whether due to age, diet, life habits, or the passage of time, many in NYC and Manhattan often avoid smiling for fear it may expose less-than-ideal-looking teeth. However, there is a solution, and it comes from having teeth whitening done at the Milano Dental Studio in New York City.
At the Milano Dental Studio in NYC, we’re a team of compassionate dentists and dental assistants who understand how some Manhattan residents can be somewhat embarrassed by their smiles. We understand and appreciate how it can affect your social life. However, as a center of cosmetic dentistry in Manhattan, NY, we are well-equipped, experienced, and knowledgeable dentists who can transform your smile with pain-free, quick, and easy teeth whitening.
Enjoy a Brighter, Whiter Smile
Well-known for our preventative dentistry in New York City, the Milano Dental Studio in Manhattan is the perfect solution for those wanting teeth whitening. We’ll ensure you have that smile you’ve always wanted. In just a single in-office NYC visit, years of stains can effectively be removed from your teeth. Our process is pain-free and quick, and we’ll be with you every step of the way.
We use a proven, well-established, in-office teeth whitening solution at the Milano Dental Studio in New York City. Using an LED light-activated peroxide gel can effectively remove years of teeth stains. This peroxide gel instantly reacts to the blue LED light. Once that light shines on your teeth, the peroxide gel removes the stain, giving you a whiter smile.
We start by ensuring our lips and gums are protected. Next, we continually apply the peroxide gel with the LED light until we achieve an acceptable teeth-whitening shade. Once the procedure is done, we desensitize your teeth and can provide a teeth-whitening solution with custom trays for you to bring home.
Important Things to Avoid Before and After Your Procedure
Before your teeth whitening procedure in NYC, avoid stain-causing foods and drinks, like coffee, tea, and red wine. After whitening, your teeth are more porous, so staying away from dark-colored foods, acidic drinks, and smoking for at least 48 hours is best. Stick to a “white diet” of foods like chicken, rice, and dairy to maintain your new smile.
If you have additional questions about our teeth whitening process or have other questions about our additional services, contact us now.
WHITENING Q & A
How effective is it?
The whitening process occurs through the interaction of peroxide with chromophores (colored molecules) within the tooth structure. The procedure is most effective in treating certain types of discoloration called extrinsic stains, which are caused by food, beverages or tobacco. Intrinsic teeth staining caused by medications like tetracycline, trauma to the teeth, discoloration from metal fillings or previous previous dental work on the inside of the tooth cannot be successfully addressed by whitening. If this is your case, we can discuss other options for you. Another important thing to consider is that whitening is only effective on natural teeth; fillings, veneers or crowns will not lighten.
What options are available?
At Milano Dental Studio we offer an in-office whitening system using a light activated peroxide gel. We carefully protect your lips and gums to avoid burning, then we apply whitening gel in cycles until the desired shade is achieved. After the procedure we apply a prescription strength desensitizer to your teeth. If you feel more comfortable whitening your teeth at your own pace at home, we can fabricate custom trays to fit your teeth. We have different concentrations of whitening gel available and will select the one that is best for you.
How long do results last?
Long term results depend highly on your diet and lifestyle. Smoking, drinking coffee or tea through the day, or consuming red wine on a regular basis can reduce the effectiveness of your whitening treatment. It is recommended to adhere to a white diet for 48 hrs after treatment—that is no dark-colored foods or drinks, and no smoking or vaping.
How does the whitening process work?
The whitening process uses bleaching agents like hydrogen peroxide to break down stains on the enamel.
What is teeth whitening?
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic treatment that lightens the color of natural teeth.
Is teeth whitening safe?
Yes, when done correctly, teeth whitening is generally safe.
Does teeth whitening cause sensitivity?
Some people may experience temporary sensitivity after whitening.
Can whitening work on previous dental work like crowns or veneers?
No, whitening does not work on crowns, veneers, or fillings.
