Professional Teeth Whitening for a Brighter Smile

If you're looking for a brighter, fresher-looking smile, professional teeth whitening can be a simple and effective
cosmetic dental treatment. At Silver 7 Dental in Kanata, we offer professional teeth whitening options designed
to safely reduce common stains and discoloration. Our dental team can evaluate your teeth and gums, discuss
your goals, and recommend a whitening approach that is appropriate for your smile. We welcome patients from
Kanata, Stittsville, and surrounding Ottawa communities.

Why Do Teeth Become Stained?

Teeth can gradually become darker or stained for many reasons, including coffee and tea, red wine and certain
foods, tobacco use, natural aging, some medications, changes within the tooth, and plaque or tartar buildup.
Because not every type of discoloration responds to whitening in the same way, a dental assessment can help
determine whether teeth whitening is the right treatment for you.

Professional Teeth Whitening at Silver 7 Dental

Professional whitening uses dental whitening products to help lighten the natural tooth structure and reduce
staining. Before recommending whitening, we can assess your oral health and check for concerns such as
cavities, gum inflammation, exposed roots, existing restorations, or other conditions that could affect your
treatment. Our goal is to help you achieve a natural-looking brighter smile rather than an artificial or
excessively white appearance.

Professional Whitening vs. Over-the-Counter Products

Whitening toothpastes, strips, and other store-bought products are widely available. Results can vary depending
on the product, the type of staining, and how it is used. Professional whitening provides the benefit of dental
supervision and allows us to evaluate your teeth before treatment. We can also discuss sensitivity and help you
determine which approach is most appropriate for your individual needs.

Does Teeth Whitening Work on Crowns, Veneers or Fillings?

Whitening products primarily lighten natural tooth structure. Existing tooth-coloured fillings, crowns, bridges,
and veneers generally do not whiten in the same way. This is particularly important if you have restorations on
your front teeth. We can evaluate your smile before whitening and discuss whether any existing restorations may
need to be considered afterward for a more consistent appearance.

How Long Do Teeth Whitening Results Last?

Whitening results vary from person to person. Your diet, oral hygiene, smoking or tobacco use, and consumption
of staining drinks such as coffee, tea, and red wine can influence how long your teeth remain bright. Good oral
hygiene, regular dental cleanings, and occasional whitening touch-ups when appropriate can help maintain your
results.

Teeth Whitening and Other Cosmetic Dental Treatments

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Teeth whitening may be performed on its own or as part of a broader cosmetic treatment plan. Depending on
your concerns, our team can also discuss composite bonding and composite veneers, porcelain veneers,
Invisalign, dental crowns, and professional dental cleaning. When several cosmetic treatments are planned, the
order of treatment can be important. For example, whitening may sometimes be completed before selecting the
final shade of a new front-tooth restoration.

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