Teeth Whitening in Tuscaloosa, AL

Do discolored teeth have you hiding your smile?

At Vandervoort Family Dentistry, we have excellent solutions for brightening teeth that have become dull, yellowed, stained, or discolored. With professional teeth whitening in Tuscaloosa, you can quickly and safely enjoy a whiter, brighter smile when it works best for your schedule with in-office or take-home teeth bleaching options.

What Causes Tooth Staining or Discoloration?

It’s not uncommon for our teeth to discolor or appear more yellowed as we age. Certain foods and lifestyle factors can also contribute to dulling your smile: 

• Genetics
• Certain medications
• Beverages such as black coffee, tea, or red wine
• Foods like marinara sauce, curries, soy sauce, dark berries
• Smoking or tobacco use
• Lack of oral hygiene
• Trauma or injury to your teeth
• Poor diet lacking essential nutrients
• Regular consumption of sugary foods and drinks

We offer two reliable and effective solutions for brightening your smile at our Tuscaloosa dental office.

In-Office Teeth Bleaching

An in-office teeth whitening procedure takes around an hour and delivers immediate results. We start with a barrier to protect your gums and soft tissues, then apply high-strength bleaching gel to your teeth one or multiple times, depending on your needs.

This option is quick, effective, and ideal for patients needing fast results. It’s also great if you have a significant upcoming event like a wedding or vacation.

Take-Home Teeth Whitening in Tuscaloosa

If you have more time and like the idea of bleaching your teeth at home whenever it’s most convenient for your schedule, take-home teeth whitening might be ideal for you.

We’ll create custom plastic trays just for you with impressions we take of your teeth. You’ll apply the prescription strength bleaching gel we provide into your trays daily and wear them for about 30 minutes at home when it's convenient.

Most patients achieve their desired results in 10 to 14 days, and you’ll always have your trays if you want to boost your smile in the future. You can purchase additional tubes of bleaching gel from Vandervoort Family Dentistry. 

Once you invest in teeth whitening, there are a few steps you can take at home to protect your new bright smile.

• Drink plenty of water when you consume tooth-staining foods or beverages to neutralize their effects
• Commit to your own consistent home care routine of daily brushing and flossing
• Visit your dentist in Tuscaloosa every six months for professional teeth cleanings

Would You Like to Rejuvenate Your Smile with Professional Teeth Whitening?

If you feel like your smile could use a boost and you’d like to learn more about our convenient, effective, and quick teeth bleaching options, contact our team at (205) 345-7755 or book an evaluation with one of our dentists online.