Is It Possible To Whiten Sensitive Teeth?

Achieving a whiter, brighter smile can be challenging for patients with sensitive teeth. They must balance the desire for a dazzling smile with the need to protect their teeth from irritation. Understanding the options available and their impact on tooth sensitivity is crucial for making an informed decision.

Over-the-Counter Whitening: Not the Ideal Solution
While over-the-counter whitening products are popular for their convenience and affordability, they do not typically account for tooth sensitivity. Using a store-bought teeth whitening system can trigger and potentially exacerbate tooth sensitivity. On the other hand, products explicitly marketed for sensitive teeth contain lower concentrations of the whitening agent to minimize sensitivity, resulting in limited effectiveness.

Professional Whitening: The Better Choice for Sensitive Teeth
At James Peterson Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we highly recommend professional whitening to our patients with sensitive teeth. It is safer and more effective because:

• We can customize the whitening solution and adjust the treatment time to suit your needs to account for tooth sensitivity, ensuring the best possible results without causing additional discomfort or worsening sensitivity.
• We carefully monitor treatment progress, whether in office or at home, making adjustments, if needed, to minimize potential sensitivity issues and avoid complications.

KöR-Day Whitening: An Excellent Solution for Sensitive Teeth
One of the most effective professional whitening systems for sensitive teeth is KöR-Day, designed for maximum whitening results with minimal sensitivity. We recommend KöR-Day for patients concerned about tooth sensitivity because:

• Sensitivity-Relief Formula: KöR-Day includes a desensitizing gel to reduce sensitivity during and after treatment.
• Customized Treatment: Patients receive custom trays that fit perfectly over their teeth to ensure the whitening gel is applied correctly and evenly, reducing the risk of irritation and sensitivity.
• Detailed Patient Instructions: Patients have access to videos and written materials that teach them precisely how to use KöR-Day at home and get the most out of their treatment.
• Proven Results: KöR-Day is clinically proven to effectively whiten even the most sensitive teeth, with impressive results that last.

While whitening sensitive teeth can be challenging, it is certainly possible with the right approach. Over-the-counter products are not ideal, as they may trigger or even worsen sensitivity and often provide lackluster results. Professional whitening, especially KöR-Day, is a safer and more effective solution. With professional teeth whitening at James Peterson Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, you can achieve the bright, white smile you desire without compromising the health and comfort of your sensitive teeth.

We are here to assist our patients with sensitive teeth achieve their best smiles. Please call our office located in Coppell, TX for more information about professional teeth whitening and our extensive selection of cosmetic dentistry treatments to transform your smile. We look forward to hearing from you soon!