FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Is Whitening Safe?

A: Teeth whitening is the number one patient-requested cosmetic procedure in dentistry today. Since its introduction, millions of patients have undergone some form of teeth whitening. There have been numerous studies over the years showing that peroxide based tooth whitening systems are safe and effective. If today’s peroxide based teeth whitening systems were proven unsafe in any way, the multi-billion dollar industry as we know it would not exist. All of SmileBrite’s products are FDA approved. SmileBrite's 1 Hour treatment approach minimizes sensitivity and delivers the best results,contrary to other teeth whitening systems.

Q: How does SmileBrite compare to other whitening options?

A:In researching the professional teeth whitening industry we found a 1 Hour whitening session to be the most effective.

Note: This is not the often advertise 15-20 minute tray & light whitening treatment typically used in the cosmetic teeth whitening industry. SmileBrite's 1 hour whitening session achieves the longest lasting optimal results which rivals or exceeds dental office techniques for a fraction of the cost. In Comparing our method to leading tray or dental take home systems which achieved only 2 shades and took weeks. In fact, many tray users never achieve even a few shades, as it is difficult to complete the regimen - night after night sleeping with trays full of bleaching gel, often accompanied by sensitivity and gum irritation. As you can see, SmileBrite is a tremendous value by comparison.

Q: How long does it last?

A: The long-term results depend primarily on the individuals dental make-up and certain habits, such as the use of tobacco products, drinking a lot of coffee, tea, dark soft drinks, and infrequent visits to the dentist for regular cleanings. With Regular professional care and use of SmileBrite's Whitening Maintenance Pen most results usually last about 2 years. Some people prefer to utilize SmileBrite's whitening treatment more frequently because of it's relative in-expense and value.

Q: ARE THERE ANY ADVERSE SIDE EFFECTS?

A: There are relatively few side effects from tooth whitening. A very small percentage of consumers may experience some sensitivity during a whitening procedure. This discomfort is temporary and should disappear after the treatment.

Q: WILL FILLINGS AND CROWNS BE AFFECTED BY THE WHITENING?

A: The peroxide gel will have no negative effect on the integrity of fillings or crowns.

Q: IS WHITENING FOR EVERYONE?

A: BriteSmile recommends that you not do this process while nursing or pregnant, receiving orthodontic treatment, or under the age of 14.

People with exposed cavities or recent oral surgery should not undergo treatment.

Virtually anyone wanting to whiten his or her teeth can benefit from SmileBrite's treatment including people with food, coffee, teas, or tobacco stains . Young adults 14 years of age and older are great candidates for the procedure, especially for those that have heavy staining after orthodontic treatment is complete and their braces are removed.

Diabetics should consult their physician before treatment.