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Brighten your smile at your own pace using professional clinical-strength gel and trays custom-fitted precisely to your teeth.
Over-the-counter strips often slip out of place, irritate your gums, and deliver uneven results. Our custom-fabricated take-home kits provide a professional, comfortable alternative that fits your daily routine while delivering clinical-grade stain removal. We help you address:
Whitening Method | How It Works | Ideal For |
|---|---|---|
Professional In-Office Whitening | High-concentration gel applied and monitored by our clinical team in one visit | Fast, immediate results with maximum stain removal and built-in gum protection |
Custom Take-Home Trays | Professional-strength gel used at home in custom-fitted trays over several weeks | Gradual whitening or maintaining your in-office results at your own pace |
Over-the-Counter Strips | Low-concentration bleaching agents on standard, one-size-fits-all plastic strips | Minor surface stains, though they often cause uneven results or gum irritation |
We take precise digital scans of your teeth to fabricate clear whitening trays that fit your unique smile perfectly.
We ensure your new trays fit comfortably and provide specific instructions on how to safely apply the professional gel at home.
You wear the gel-filled trays for the recommended time each day until you reach your desired cosmetic shade.
When Dr. Mohammad Hammoud plans your whitening treatment, he prioritizes honest expectations. Professional take-home gel effectively lifts surface stains, but it will not lighten existing crowns, veneers, or composite fillings. We evaluate your oral health first to ensure your enamel is healthy and that a take-home kit will actually achieve your cosmetic goals.
You will typically see noticeably brighter results within one to two weeks of consistent daily use.
Used as directed in our custom-fitted trays, professional bleaching gel is well tolerated by enamel, and the trays keep the gel off your gums. Some people get temporary sensitivity and we will show you how to manage it.
Yes. You keep your custom trays and simply purchase refill syringes of whitening gel from our office whenever you need a touch-up.
If you experience sensitivity, we recommend coming in to see the doctor.
If you are ready to brighten your smile from the comfort of your own home, contact our Dearborn team today to get started with your custom kit.
Reviewed by Dr. Mohammad Hammoud, DMD – 313 Dental, Dearborn, MI
