FAQs
Teeth whitening results can last up to 6 months, depending on your lifestyle and habits. Factors like coffee, tea, red wine, and tobacco use can cause staining over time. Maintaining good oral hygiene and avoiding stain-causing foods and beverages can help extend your results.
Teeth whitening can help restore crowns, veneers, composites, and other dental prosthetics to the original shade they were designed by your dentist. However, it won’t lighten them beyond that original color, as whitening products only affect natural tooth enamel.
Yes, teeth whitening is generally considered safe during pregnancy. At ABQ Teeth Whitening, we use gentle, professional-grade products designed to brighten your smile without compromising your comfort or safety.
After your treatment, the whitening gel is removed, and a post-treatment formula is applied to help reduce sensitivity. ABQ Teeth Whitening will also provide aftercare tips to ensure you maintain your brilliant results.
Professional laser teeth whitening is highly effective for many types of stains and discolorations. However, the effectiveness can vary depending on the cause of the discoloration. It’s recommended to discuss your specific concerns during your consultation at ABQ Teeth Whitening.
At ABQ Teeth Whitening, we recommend clients be at least 12 years old. By this age, most individuals have their permanent teeth and the maturity to comfortably sit through a full whitening treatment, ensuring the best and safest results.
At ABQ Teeth Whitening, the specialized whitening gel applied to your teeth is activated by a laser. This laser helps to break down stains and discolorations more effectively, contributing to the significant brightening results.
The process at ABQ Teeth Whitening begins with scheduling a 30, 60, or 90 minute appointment to assess your teeth and discuss your cosmetic goals, ensuring the best approach for your smile.
ABQ Teeth Whitening provides aftercare tips to help you maintain your brighter smile. For long-lasting results, it is recommended to follow our advice and consider using our custom take-home whitening kits for touch-ups.
Typically, professional teeth whitening procedures are considered cosmetic and are not covered by dental insurance plans. ABQ Teeth Whitening offers competitive pricing and encourages clients to discuss payment options during their appointment.
ABQ Teeth Whitening’s professional laser treatment is designed to minimize sensitivity. We apply a protective barrier to the gums and a post-treatment formula to reduce sensitivity after the whitening gel is removed.
A professional laser teeth whitening treatment at ABQ Teeth Whitening is fast and effective, often achieving significant results in just one visit. The process involves a shade guide to determine your current tooth color, application of a protective barrier, specialized whitening gel, and laser activation. We also complete the treatment with remineralizing gel used with redlight therapy. At the end of the treatment, we use the shade guide again to determine your new tooth color. Every service also comes with complementary before and after photos.
At ABQ Teeth Whitening, treatment times vary based on your desired results. A 30-minute treatment can brighten your smile by up to 3 shades, while a 60-minute treatment may achieve up to 6 shades whiter. For the most dramatic results, a 90-minute treatment can lift your teeth up to 10 shades. The outcome depends on the treatment you choose and your natural tooth color.
ABQ Teeth Whitening offers professional laser teeth whitening services that can lighten smiles by up to 10 shades in a single visit with minimal sensitivity. We also provide custom take-home whitening kits for convenient at-home use.