Professional teeth whitening in Indian Trail starts with your goals: a quick lift before a big event, a gradual change you control at home, or a deeper treatment for stubborn stains. We offer five options in the office and at home, and our team checks your teeth and gums first so you start with the one that fits.
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic treatment that uses a peroxide gel to lighten stains and discoloration in your teeth. Over time, teeth pick up color from many sources, including:
Because stains build up in different ways, no single whitening method suits everyone. That’s why our menu runs from a 20-minute office visit to several weeks of guided whitening at home. If your discoloration is mostly surface buildup, professional stain removal can be a helpful first step.
Every whitening plan starts with a visit to confirm your teeth and gums are healthy enough to whiten and to talk through the shade you’re hoping for. From there, the path depends on the option you choose. In-office whitening is applied and monitored by our team in a single visit. Take-home whitening uses either prefilled trays or custom trays fabricated to fit your teeth, with gel you apply on a set schedule. Either way, you’ll leave with clear instructions for wear time and aftercare.
Our menu runs from a quick in-office brightening to a combined at-home and in-office system for stubborn discoloration. Prices are per treatment, plus tax. Not sure where to start? We’ll recommend an option at your visit.
Smile Perfected is our quickest option: a 20-minute in-office treatment with a 22% hydrogen peroxide gel and a whitening light. You’ll also take home a touch-up pen for brightening between visits, used as directed by our team. It’s a good fit if you want a noticeable lift without a multi-week routine.
Opalescence Go is take-home whitening with no impressions or custom trays needed. Your kit includes 10 prefilled trays with a 15% hydrogen peroxide gel, and each application takes 15 to 20 minutes. Because the trays are ready to use out of the package, it suits busy schedules and anyone who wants to whiten on their own time.
For a more tailored fit, we fabricate custom trays for your teeth and send you home with two weeks of whitening syringes and whitening toothpaste. The 10% whitening gel is worn overnight, for no more than 10 hours at a time. When your shade starts to fade, refill syringes are $50 for a pack of four.
KöR At-Home begins with custom trays fabricated for your teeth. You wear them overnight with KöR’s 16% carbamide peroxide gel, up to 10 hours a night, for two weeks. It suits patients who are comfortable with a nightly routine and want a dentist-guided, two-week treatment at home.
KöR Max is our most complete option. It starts like KöR At-Home, with custom trays and two weeks of overnight whitening using 16% carbamide peroxide gel. You then return for a one-hour office visit: three 20-minute sessions with KöR’s 34% Hydremide® peroxide gel. Patients with tetracycline staining also receive take-home whitening to continue afterward.
| Option | Where | Time | Gel | Price (plus tax) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile Perfected | In office, plus touch-up pen | 20 minutes | 22% hydrogen peroxide | $65 |
| Opalescence Go | At home, prefilled trays | 15 to 20 minutes per tray, 10 trays | 15% hydrogen peroxide | $85 |
| Opalescence Take-Home Kit | At home, custom trays | Overnight (10 hours max), 2 weeks | 10% whitening gel | $249 |
| KöR At-Home Kit | At home, custom trays | Overnight (10 hours max), 2 weeks | 16% carbamide peroxide | $500 |
| KöR Max | At home, then in office | 2 weeks, then 1 hour in office | 16% carbamide peroxide, then 34% Hydremide® | $1,200 |
Improper whitening techniques can lead to various complications that can affect oral health and cause discomfort. Here’s a closer look at some of the complications that can occur due to improper whitening techniques:
It’s important to carefully consider any potential risks or side effects associated with the procedure. From tooth sensitivity to gum irritation and uneven results, the risks associated with improper whitening techniques can be significant.
Professional whitening gives you something a store-bought kit can’t: a dentist checking your teeth first and a plan built around your shade, schedule, and comfort. Whether you’re leaning toward a 20-minute visit or a two-week KöR routine, we’re happy to talk it through with you. Book a visit and we’ll help you find your fit.
The majority of people interested in whitening their teeth qualify for whitening services. However, not every person who is interested in getting their teeth whitened should. People who have dental restorations such as crowns, bridges, or veneers on their front teeth may not be good candidates for teeth whitening because the whitening agents will not affect the restorations. This can result in uneven coloration between the natural teeth and the restorations.
It is important to consult with your dentist to determine if teeth whitening is a good option for you and to discuss any potential risks or complications. However, if you have healthy teeth and gums and want to improve the appearance of your smile, teeth whitening is a great option available to improve your smile.
When performed correctly, teeth whitening is generally considered safe. However, some people may experience sensitivity or gum irritation during or after the procedure.
Follow the wear times and aftercare instructions for your option, and call us if sensitivity becomes uncomfortable. What you take home depends on your treatment: Smile Perfected includes a touch-up pen, our custom-tray kits include gel for your trays, and Opalescence refill syringes are available at $50 for four.
Some people may experience sensitivity or gum irritation during or after teeth whitening, but these side effects are usually temporary and can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers or desensitizing toothpaste.
Teeth whitening is generally safe and effective for most people, but it may not be suitable for everyone. People with certain dental conditions, such as tooth decay or gum disease, may need to undergo treatment to address these issues before undergoing teeth whitening. Additionally, teeth whitening may not be effective for people with certain types of tooth stains or discoloration.
It depends on the option. Smile Perfected takes about 20 minutes in the chair. The in-office step of KöR Max takes about one hour, split into three 20-minute sessions, after two weeks of whitening at home.
Our whitening options range from $65 for Smile Perfected to $1,200 for KöR Max, plus tax. Opalescence Go is $85, the Opalescence Take-Home Kit is $249, and the KöR At-Home Kit is $500. We’ll help you choose the option that fits your goals and budget at your visit.
Tetracycline stains form inside the tooth as it develops, so they’re usually harder to lighten than stains from coffee or aging. For these patients, KöR Max includes take-home whitening to continue after the in-office visit. If whitening alone doesn’t reach the shade you want, veneers are another way to change the color of your smile.
