Teeth Whitening

Get the Bright White Smile You Deserve

Teeth whitening at our practice in Kerrville is a lot more effective than the products you’ll find in stores. A tooth whitening treatment will take less than an hour, leaving your smile noticeably whiter. Learn more about Zoom! Teeth Whitening, how it works, and what causes staining in the first place. 

What Causes Your Teeth to Lose their Shine?

Most Americans enjoy beverages like coffee, tea, and wine, but each of these has a tendency to stain our smiles. Staining can also be caused by aging, tobacco use, some diseases, or poor oral hygiene. These stains affect the enamel, which is the outermost layer of the teeth. 

See How Zoom! Whitening Will Improve Your Smile

Zoom is a leading brand in teeth whitening. It can get your teeth up to ten shades whiter in a single treatment. It works by using a power-assisted bleaching process to clean your enamel. 

Dr. Huff will start by applying a light-activated 25% hydrogen peroxide whitening gel. This hydrogen peroxide is found in nearly all whitening products, but it’s more potent in our Zoom treatment. He’ll then use the bleaching lamp to activate the gel, enhancing the whitening process. 

Benefits of Zoom Whitening

Zoom whitening has quickly become one of our most popular treatments. Our patients love that it’s safe, fast, and produces noticeable results in a short time. Unlike whitening strips which may take weeks to show progress, you’ll leave our office with a whiter smile after just one  Zoom treatment. 

Who Typically Gets a Whitening Treatment?

• Busy people who want to whiten their teeth fast
• Patients with bothersome stains on their teeth 
• People who have an important event coming up
• Bosses who take their office staff to have a treatment done
• Couples about to get married
• Anyone who wants to look their best

At-home bleaching

If you are interested in a take-home option for teeth whitening we are the place for you.

Dr. Huff will make molds of your teeth so you can have your own comfortable whitening trays. Then, you’ll have a simple visit in the dental office, followed by wearing your whitening trays with a specially formulated bleaching gel for two weeks at home while you sleep.

How long will my results last?

If you want your bright white smile to last, it is important to be aware of how teeth discolor. It is normal for teeth to discolor with age, but there are also avoidable factors such as consuming foods and drinks that can stain.  The main culprits of a dull or discolored smile are tea, coffee, red wine, and tobacco. It is important to avoid staining agents after your treatment in order to have longer lasting results.

Can I afford teeth whitening?

If you are worried about the potential cost of teeth whitening, we want you to know we offer our patients an in office savings plan.

If you have dental work including veneers, crowns, or bridges, the procedure will not adversely affect the surfaces.  If you are pregnant or breast-feeding we advise you to wait to have your teeth whitened.