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In-Office Whitening
90 minutes in our office. Pro-grade peroxide gel activated by specialized light. Walk out with results that would take weeks at home.
Cosmetic
Professional teeth whitening.
Real results that last — without the sensitivity, gum irritation, or disappointing outcomes of over-the-counter strips. In-office whitening in 90 minutes, or custom take-home trays for gradual results.
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Overview
Why over-the-counter whitening doesn't do much.
Drugstore whitening strips contain very low concentrations of peroxide (around 6%) and are designed to be safe for unsupervised use — which means they're also not very effective. Most patients see modest results, often with significant sensitivity.
Professional whitening uses pharmacy-grade peroxide (15–35%) under controlled conditions with desensitizing agents and protective gum barriers. The result is dramatically faster, dramatically more effective whitening — often 6–8 shades — with less sensitivity overall.
What's included
Every detail, planned together.
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Custom Take-Home Trays
Perfect-fit trays + professional gel. Wear 30–60 min/day for 2–3 weeks for gradual results.
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Combination Approach
In-office for fast initial results + take-home trays for further whitening and lifelong maintenance.
Our approach
Who benefits most from whitening.
Great results: surface staining from coffee, tea, red wine, tobacco. Mild to moderate age-related yellowing. Generally healthy teeth and gums.
Modest results: gray-tinted teeth, tetracycline staining (veneers may be a better answer). Not a fit: active cavities, significant gum recession, existing crowns/veneers/bonding (these don't whiten), or pregnant/nursing patients.
How it works
The process, step by step.
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Cleaning First
Whitening works best on clean teeth. We pair whitening with a hygiene visit.
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Gum Protection
Custom barrier applied to protect gums from the peroxide.
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Gel Application
Pro-grade peroxide applied in three 15-minute cycles, activated by light.
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Take-Home Trays
Custom trays + maintenance gel to extend the results.
Common questions
Frequently asked.
Professional whitening results typically last several months to a couple of years, depending on your habits. Coffee, tea, red wine, and tobacco can shorten it, and occasional touch-ups keep your smile bright.
Some temporary sensitivity is common and usually fades within a day or two. We use professional-grade products and can adjust the treatment to keep you comfortable.
No. Professional whitening supervised by a dentist is safe for your enamel when used correctly. That is why in-office whitening is a better choice than unregulated over-the-counter kits.
Whitening is cosmetic, so it is generally not covered by insurance. We offer affordable professional whitening options and can discuss the best choice for your budget.
Ready when you are
Book your teeth whitening consultation.
Free, no-pressure conversation with Dr. Esfahani. We'll listen, examine, and tell you honestly what we'd recommend — and what we wouldn't.
Book appointment (310) 553-2233
Or send us your insurance card — we'll verify benefits before your visit.