Dentistry is the known evaluation, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders and conditions of the soft and hard tissues of the jaw (mandible), the oral cavity, maxillofacial area and the adjacent.
An Interview with Dr. Jann Shoals on Tooth Whitening
Dr. Jann Shoals is a dentist and has answered some of the common questions bizymoms visitors have about Tooth Whitening.
Q. What is tooth whitening?
A. Tooth whitening is a process that involves removing extrinsic stains, such as tobacco and coffee stains, and also removing intrinsic stains, such as stains caused by systemic conditions due to the use of medications, trauma or natural aging of the teeth.
Q. Who may benefit from teeth whitening?
A. Anyone who wants whiter teeth.
Q. Who are not recommended to undergo teeth whitening?
A. People with very sensitive teeth and children under 12.
Q. What does tooth whitening involve?
A. Tooth whitening products include in-office and home use whitening treatments.
Q. How long does this take?
A. Depending on which method the patient chooses, it can be done in office with immediate results or with the use of the take home products anywhere from 7-14 days.
Q. How much does tooth whitening cost?
A. In office whitening costs around $350.00 and take home products can cost between $50.00 to $200.00 (for custom home bleaching trays).
Q. What are the side effects?
A. The main side effects are increased tooth sensitivity and irritation of the gum tissue.
Q. How to contact Willamette Dental if we have further questions?
A. Oregon: 800-461-8994
Washington: 800-360-1909
Idaho: 800-603-1738
