Teeth Whitening in Holladay, UT

Professional whitening lifts the stains left by coffee, tea, tobacco and time, with in-office and take-home options and straight talk about results.

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Teeth pick up color slowly. Coffee in the morning, tea in the afternoon, years of both, and you rarely notice until you see an old photo. Whitening lifts a good deal of that, and Dr. Cannon will tell you plainly what it can and cannot do for your teeth before you spend anything on it.

If you are looking to brighten your smile, Dr. David S. Cannon can help! We offer laser teeth bleaching services at Pinnacle Dental to help your smile become its most radiant. Our dentist can whiten your teeth to your preferred shade so that you can grin with confidence. Call us at 801-274-3889 to learn more about our teeth whitening services in Holladay, Utah!

Teeth whitening is a simple, effective cosmetic dental treatment that we offer to noticeably enhance your smile in as little as one treatment. Our professional teeth whitening treatments utilize a powerful yet safe whitening gel that is applied to the surface of your teeth. This gel works to lighten the appearance of stains, discoloration and yellowing on the tooth enamel. Teeth whitening is often available in both in-office and take-home systems. Professional teeth whitening can give you a noticeably whiter smile that will boost your self-esteem and help you smile with pride.

If you have ever wished that your smile were whiter and brighter, teeth whitening might be right for you. Through professional teeth whitening, we can lighten staining and discoloration caused by various factors, such as:

  • The natural aging process
  • Poor dental hygiene habits
  • Consumption of certain drinks and foods, including tea, wine, coffee and soda
  • Smoking and other forms of tobacco use
  • Illness
  • Certain medications
  • Fluorosis

Our dentist will work with you to determine the right type of treatment and treatment length to achieve the smile aesthetic you desire. To learn more about professional teeth whitening and to set up your consultation at our office, please call us today.

Reasons people come in for this

  • Your teeth look darker in photos than you remember them being
  • Coffee, tea or red wine has dulled the color over the years
  • You quit smoking and want your teeth to catch up
  • You have a wedding or a reunion coming up
  • Store-bought strips did not do much for you
  • Your teeth have yellowed gradually with age

What it does for you

  • Stronger than what you can buy off a shelf
  • In-office or take-home, whichever fits your week
  • Nothing is drilled or taken off the tooth
  • Sensitivity is planned for rather than ignored
  • Often a sensible first step before other cosmetic work
  • Dr. Cannon checks what is causing the color first

About Teeth Whitening

Whitening works on the stain held inside the enamel rather than scrubbing the outside of the tooth. Nothing is drilled and nothing is taken away. Dr. Cannon will look at what is actually causing the color before you start, because some kinds of discoloration respond well and some do not.

  • In-office and take-home options
  • Lifts everyday coffee and tea stains
  • Nothing removed from your teeth
  • Straight answers about sensitivity

Benefits of Teeth Whitening

Teeth darken so gradually that most people adjust to it without ever noticing. Getting some of that color back tends to make you a little less careful about hiding your teeth in photos and in conversation. It is also the least expensive cosmetic change on the list, and doing it first often means you need less of anything else.

What to Expect

We will be straight with you about results. Whitening changes natural tooth enamel, so crowns, veneers and tooth-colored fillings stay the shade they were made in, and if you have any of those on your front teeth Dr. Cannon will point that out before you start rather than after. Some people get sensitive teeth for a day or two, and there are ways to ease that if you tell us you are prone to it. Whitening also goes better on clean teeth, so we usually suggest a cleaning first.

Common Questions

Will whitening make my teeth sensitive?
Some people notice cold sensitivity for a day or two and some notice nothing at all. If your teeth are already sensitive, tell us before we begin, because it changes how we go about it, and a gentler pace or a desensitizing toothpaste beforehand can help. Sensitivity from whitening typically fades on its own.
How white will my teeth get?
That depends on your enamel and on what stained it, so we will not put a number on it before looking at your teeth. Stains from food, drink and tobacco tend to respond better than color that came from medication or an old injury. Dr. Cannon will give you an honest expectation for your teeth instead of a general promise.
Should I do in-office or take-home whitening?
In-office whitening is done here at your appointment, while a take-home system lets you go at your own pace. Neither one is the right answer for everybody, and the choice usually comes down to your schedule and how sensitive your teeth are. We will talk both through with you before you decide.
Will it whiten my crowns and fillings?
No. Whitening changes natural enamel, not dental work, so a crown, veneer or tooth-colored filling stays the shade it was made in. If you have any of those on your front teeth, Dr. Cannon will go over your options before whitening rather than leaving you with a mismatch afterward.
What does it cost, and does insurance cover it?
Whitening is cosmetic, so most dental plans do not cover it. We will still check yours and tell you what it says rather than assuming. Prices differ between in-office and take-home, and we will quote both so you can pick, and CareCredit® and our in-office membership plan are available if you would rather spread the cost.

Terms You May Hear

Enamel
The hard outer layer of the tooth. Whitening works on stain held within it, which is why it does not change crowns or fillings.
Extrinsic stain
Color picked up from the outside, from things like coffee, tea, red wine and tobacco. This is the kind that tends to respond best to whitening.
Fluorosis
Faint white or brown mottling in the enamel, caused by taking in too much fluoride while the teeth were still forming in childhood.

Ready to Schedule Your Appointment?

Call 801-274-3889 and ask whether whitening would help your teeth.