*Zoom ® Teeth Whitening

of Decatur and the greater area of Atlanta

Roberts Cosmetic & Family Dental has several teeth whitening methods available including Zoom!®, a one-hour in-office bleaching treatment. This method of teeth whitening requires a short preparation period where your mouth and gums will be covered. The Zoom!® bleaching solution is applied and the special Zoom!® lamp is shined onto the teeth. This process is done in three 15 minute sessions.
With THE ZOOM!®, whitening method, irritation is minimal but the results are significat.

You can have teeth several shades lighter in about an hour.

Many teeth whitening methods cause your gums to feel irritable and sore. With the Zoom!® whitening method, irritation is minimal but the results are significant. Research has shown that Zoom!® teeth whitening system can whiten teeth up to 8 shades lighter when used in conjunction with the high intensity Zoom!® light. Getting your smile that much whiter in less than an hour with little irritation, makes Zoom!® a great choice for brightening your teeth.

Zoom!® is only one of the teeth whitening methods available at Roberts Cosmetic and Family dental. He also offers home bleaching, laser bleaching and other cosmetic dentistry procedures like dental bonding or porcelain veneers. You can schedule a free consultation to learn more about Zoom! ® and other teeth whitening procedures so you can have the bright smile you’ve always wanted. Call Roberts Cosmetic and Family Dental for a consultation today.

 

Power Whitening

Power whitening makes it possible to achieve a whiter, brighter smile right here in Decatur, GA.

How power whitening works: A special light is shined onto the teeth after they have been coated with a whitening gel. The light works with the gel to release oxygen. The oxygen penetrates the outer enamel layer and then the dentin layer of the teeth, bleaching away stains and discolored areas.

Power Whitening quickly brightens your smile. *Once we have determined that power whitening is right for you, we may begin by thoroughly removing any plaque and tartar from your teeth. Then we’ll start the whitening process with protective glasses, a lip retractor, and a cream or lotion to shield your eyes, lips, and face. *We’ll then isolate the teeth and protect your gums by applying a special protective material to the gum tissue or by placing a rubber dam. *Next, we paint the whitening gel onto your teeth, and while you relax in the chair, we shine a light or laser onto the teeth. We may repeat this cycle several times.

Since every case is different, we carefully evaluate your individual results. Your new smile will lighten, on average, about 6 to 10 shades. We may sometimes recommend a fluoride treatment, additional bleaching at home, or another session here in our office. We’ll also give you instructions for taking care of your new smile and for handling any post-whitening sensitivity.

Power whitening is a safe and effective technology that can help give you a beautiful new smile, all in one appointment.

 

Other whitening procedures:

 

Over time, your teeth darken as minerals penetrate their outer enamel layer. This darkening can be caused by foods and beverages that stain, such as coffee, colas, tea, red wine, or berries. Tobacco products, like cigarettes, cigars, and chewing tobacco, can cause teeth to take on a yellowish brown hue. And the natural aging process can also cause your teeth to darken. We can prescribe a home whitening system that will safely lighten these stains, giving you a whiter, brighter smile. A specially formulated whitening gel, designed to be highly effective, yet safe, gently forces oxygen through the enamel of your teeth. The process virtually erases stains and brightens your teeth, without damaging your tooth enamel or your gums.

 

*Designing your whitening system:

 

First, we thoroughly examine your teeth and your mouth to make sure at home whitening is an appropriate option for you. We then take impressions of your teeth, and use the impressions to make models of your teeth. Using these models, we make a personalized whitening tray that fits tightly over your teeth, allowing us to achieve optimum results. At home, you’ll fill the tray with the whitening gel and place the tray over your teeth, keeping it in place for several hours each day. You can wear the Whitening trays while you sleep, or if you prefer, you can wear them as you go about your day. Typically, you’ll begin to see results in two to three weeks. We’ll monitor your progress on a regular basis, ensuring that your gums aren’t becoming irritated and your teeth are whitening as desired. When the process is complete, your smile will be noticeably whiter and brighter.

 

*Maintaining your new whiter smile:

 

Let us know if you experience some sensitivity during or following the whitening process. This is normal, and should subside shortly. We can suggest toothpaste that will alleviate the sensitivity. Avoid foods and beverages that stain, like coffee, cola, tea, berries and red wine, or brush or rinse with water after consuming them. See us periodically for touch-ups to remove new stains.