Safe & Supervised
Professional‑grade gels with protocols tailored to your enamel and sensitivity.
Overview
Professional whitening lifts stains from coffee, tea, wine, and aging. We offer two options: fast in‑office whitening for immediate results, and custom take‑home trays for gradual brightening on your schedule.
Before whitening, we check for cavities, gum inflammation, and exposed roots to minimize sensitivity. We’ll measure your starting shade and set realistic expectations for your enamel and habits.
How in-office whitening works: We isolate your gums, apply a professional-strength peroxide gel, and activate it per manufacturer guidance. This allows deeper stain breakdown in a single visit, with shade checks between cycles to balance results and sensitivity.
How take-home whitening works: We provide custom trays and a lower-concentration gel to use at home. You’ll wear trays for the prescribed time over 1–2 weeks, allowing gradual, controlled whitening and easy touch-ups later.
What whitening can improve: extrinsic stains from coffee/tea/wine/tobacco, age‑related yellowing, and some intrinsic discoloration. Whitening only lightens natural enamel; existing fillings, crowns, or veneers will not change shade and may need replacement to match. Whitening is an excellent complement to veneers, bonding, and comprehensive smile makeover treatments.
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Why Patients Choose This
Flexible Options
Choose in‑office speed or take‑home convenience—many patients do a combo.
Even, Natural Results
Custom trays improve coverage compared to over‑the‑counter strips.
What to Expect
Step 1
Consultation and shade check; review goals and sensitivity history.
Step 2
For in‑office: protect gums/soft tissue and perform 1–3 gel cycles with monitoring.
Step 3
For take‑home: take iTero scans (or impressions) to make custom trays; provide gel and instructions.
Step 4
Review after‑care and maintenance tips; schedule touch‑ups as desired.
Teeth Whitening Cost in Sacramento
Professional whitening at Milestone Family Dental is $550 — and that includes both your in-office whitening session and a custom take-home kit to maintain your results. Compare that with paying separately for each, or with months of over-the-counter strips that never quite get there, and it's one of the best-value cosmetic treatments we offer. See all current offers, or ask about financing options at your visit.
Professional vs. Over-the-Counter Whitening
Drugstore strips and LED kits use low-strength formulas that lighten teeth slowly and unevenly — and they can aggravate sensitivity when overused. In-office whitening uses professional-strength gel applied with protective barriers by our team, delivering in one visit what OTC products attempt over months, with your comfort monitored throughout. Your take-home trays are custom-molded to your teeth, so touch-ups stay even and efficient.
A Brighter Smile for Arden-Arcade & Beyond
Patients visit us for whitening from across Sacramento, Arden-Arcade, Carmichael, and Sierra Oaks — often before weddings, reunions, and job interviews. Pair whitening with Invisalign (currently $1,000 off) for a complete smile refresh, or explore our other cosmetic dentistry options.
FAQs
How much does teeth whitening cost?
$550 — including your in-office session and a custom take-home kit for maintaining results. See our current offers.
Should I choose in-office or take-home whitening?
You don't have to choose — our $550 whitening includes both. In-office delivers the dramatic first result; the take-home kit keeps it bright.
How long does the in-office visit take?
Plan for about an hour. Most patients leave noticeably brighter after a single session.
Is whitening safe for my teeth?
Yes when supervised. We avoid overuse and tailor strength/contact time to reduce risk.
Will my teeth get sensitive?
Temporary sensitivity is common; we have strategies—desensitizing pastes, fluoride, shorter sessions—to help.
How white can I go?
It varies by enamel and stain type. We’ll set a realistic target shade and can plan staged whitening if needed.
How long will results last?
With good habits, many patients enjoy results for 6–18 months; touch‑ups keep brightness over time.
Can I whiten if I have crowns or bonding?
Whitening does not change existing restorations. We’ll plan sequencing so veneers/bonding match the new shade.
How quickly will I see results?
Many patients notice a difference after a single in‑office session; take‑home trays brighten gradually over 7–14 days.
Which lasts longer — in‑office or take‑home?
Both can be long‑lasting with good habits. Take‑home trays make maintenance simple; we can also provide refills for touch‑ups.
Will whitening make my teeth sensitive?
Temporary sensitivity is common. We tailor gel strength, use desensitizers, and adjust wear time to keep you comfortable.
Can whitening change the color of crowns or fillings?
No. Whitening affects natural enamel only. Visible restorations may be replaced after whitening to match your new shade.
Is whitening safe?
When products are used as directed under professional guidance, peroxide‑based whitening is considered safe and effective.
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