Coffee, tea, foods, and everyday habits can gradually change the color of natural teeth. Before recommending whitening, Dr. Zou reviews your oral health, the type of discoloration, existing restorations, sensitivity history, and goals.
A dental evaluation helps identify the type of discoloration you have and whether whitening is likely to meet your goals. We also check for oral health concerns that should be addressed first and discuss how existing restorations may affect the overall shade match.
Professional whitening can be delivered in different ways. The options available, how they are used, and the expected pace of change should be reviewed after an examination. Dr. Zou can explain the planned approach, its limits, and how sensitivity would be managed.
We review your starting shade, discuss the change you would like to see, and explain how the selected approach would be used. No exact shade or duration can be guaranteed, and the plan may be adjusted according to how your teeth respond.
Whitening results naturally change over time. Good daily oral hygiene and regular cleanings help maintain a fresh-looking smile. Foods, drinks, and habits that stain teeth can affect how long the change remains noticeable, so we can also discuss appropriate touch-up care.
Request an appointment and our team will follow up to confirm a time, or call 909.283.3130. An examination is required before a treatment recommendation can be made.
Request AppointmentMany adults with healthy teeth and gums may be candidates, but the cause of discoloration matters. An examination allows us to identify concerns that should be treated first and explain what whitening can realistically change for your smile.
That depends on the cause of discoloration, your goals, sensitivity history, and the options clinically appropriate for your teeth. After an examination, Dr. Zou can explain the available approaches and their tradeoffs.
Temporary sensitivity can occur during or after whitening. Tell Dr. Zou if your teeth are already sensitive so that risk can be considered and appropriate instructions can be discussed.
Longevity varies with oral hygiene and exposure to staining foods, drinks, or habits. Regular cleanings and appropriate touch-ups can help maintain the shade. We will explain how to care for your results after treatment.
Whitening changes natural tooth structure, but existing tooth-colored restorations do not whiten in the same way. We assess visible restorations before treatment and discuss the likely shade relationship so you can make an informed choice.
