Professional teeth whitening can lift years of stains and help your smile look brighter for work, social events, family photos, or everyday confidence. At Botts Dental Spa PC in Cordova, TN, Dr. Jason Botts and our team offer in-office and take-home whitening options in a warm, spa-like setting with a lakeside view.
As an independently owned private practice, we take a personalized approach to care. We evaluate your teeth, existing dental work, sensitivity, and goals before recommending a whitening option that fits your needs.
How Does In-Office Teeth Whitening Work?
In-office teeth whitening uses professional-strength whitening gel to brighten your teeth during a single appointment. Treatment typically takes about 60 to 90 minutes.
Before whitening, we perform a focused exam and may take X-rays if needed to check for decay, damaged restorations, or other concerns that should be treated first. We also protect your lips and gums before applying whitening gel.
During your appointment, you can expect:
- A discussion of your whitening goals
- An evaluation of your teeth and existing dental work
- Protection for your lips and gums
- Professional whitening gel is applied to your teeth
- Guidance for maintaining your results at home
We can also use an intraoral camera to document your starting shade and help track your progress.
In-Office Whitening vs. Take-Home Whitening
In-office whitening is a good option for patients who want noticeable results more quickly, while take-home whitening trays allow you to brighten your teeth more gradually.
Professional take-home trays may be a better fit if you prefer more control over the whitening process or have concerns about sensitivity. Some types of discoloration may also respond better to a combination of in-office and take-home treatment.
Dr. Jason Botts will recommend an approach based on the type of staining, your dental history, and the result you want to achieve.
Is Teeth Whitening Safe for Sensitive Teeth?
Professional teeth whitening can often be adjusted for patients with sensitive teeth. Before treatment, we evaluate your enamel, gum health, exposed roots, and existing restorations.
If you are prone to sensitivity, we may recommend lower-concentration whitening gel, shorter application times, desensitizing products, or a slower take-home whitening plan.
To help reduce sensitivity, you may be advised to:
- Use a desensitizing toothpaste before treatment
- Choose a lower-strength take-home whitening option
- Take breaks between whitening sessions
- Let us know if you experience sharp or persistent discomfort
Temporary sensitivity can occur after whitening, but it often improves after treatment stops. We do not whiten teeth with active decay or compromised restorations until those concerns have been addressed.
How Long Does Teeth Whitening Last?
Teeth whitening results can last for months or longer, depending on your diet, oral hygiene, and habits. Coffee, tea, red wine, tobacco, and other staining substances can cause discoloration to return more quickly.
Regular dental cleanings and good home care can help maintain a brighter smile. Take-home maintenance whitening may also help extend your results.
We can document your shade and recommend a touch-up schedule based on your lifestyle, dental work, and whitening goals.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening?
Many adults are candidates for professional teeth whitening, but not every type of discoloration responds the same way.
Before treatment, we review your oral health, medications, previous dental work, and any history of sensitivity. We also check for gum recession, exposed roots, decay, and restorations that could affect the final result.
Whitening may need to be postponed or modified if you have untreated dental problems. Elective whitening is also generally postponed during pregnancy or nursing and can be discussed with your dentist based on your individual situation.
Will Whitening Work on Crowns, Veneers, or Fillings?
No. Crowns, veneers, and composite fillings do not change color with whitening gel.
If you have visible restorations, we can use the iTero digital scanner and intraoral camera to evaluate their color and position. In some cases, whitening can be completed first, followed by replacement of visible restorations so they better match your new tooth shade.
Dr. Jason Botts will explain your options before treatment so you know what results to expect.
Teeth Whitening in Cordova, TN at Botts Dental Spa PC
Botts Dental Spa PC offers professional teeth whitening in Cordova, TN, with a focus on personalized care and patient comfort.
Our office amenities include blankets, paraffin hand waxes, warm neck wraps, cold or warm eye compresses, and a lakeside view. Nitrous oxide and oral sedation dentistry are also available for patients who prefer additional help relaxing during dental care.
Before treatment, our team will explain expected results, alternatives, timing, and costs. If you have dental insurance, you can bring your insurance information, and we can help explain how your benefits may apply.
If you are ready to brighten your smile, call Botts Dental Spa PC to schedule a whitening consultation with Dr. Jason Botts.
