Teeth Whitening in Littleton, CO
A Brighter Smile in One Comfortable Visit
- In-office results in about one hour
- Gentle formula with little to no sensitivity
- Take-home whitening kits available
- 300+ 5-star Google reviews
Why Choose Colorado Dental Arts
for Teeth Whitening in Littleton
A Trusted Littleton Practice Since 1979
Colorado Dental Arts has been a part of the Littleton community for more than five decades. Dr. Steven Krendl, who has been practicing since 2004, brings advanced training in cosmetic dentistry to every whitening consultation. Whether you are looking to brighten your smile for a special occasion or simply want to feel more confident, our team has the experience to guide you toward the right approach.
Whitening Designed for Comfort
We use Essential Whitening, a professional system created right here in Colorado. Its universal LED tray delivers fast, predictable results, up to eight shades brighter in a single visit, with little to no sensitivity. That means a more comfortable experience compared to older whitening methods, and no need for custom impressions before you get started.
Flexible Ways to Pay
Teeth whitening should fit your budget as easily as it fits your schedule. Our in-house Dental Savings Plan gives members access to reduced rates on cosmetic treatments, and we also accept CareCredit® for patients who prefer low-interest or interest-free monthly payments. Our team will walk you through every option so you can move forward with confidence.
See Our Results
Hear From
Our Patients
“I had a pleasant experience with Dr Crendle, I came today for teeth whitening and Hanna was wonderful, friendly, knowledgeable and mait it a pleasant experience.” – Beatriz, 5-Star Review
Justin has been coming to us for over four years. As a working man, he appreciates that he never has to wait long for appointments, visits are quick, and we'll work around his schedule. In this dental office review, he explains that he feels at home with our team and would recommend his own family members to us.
Why Professional
Teeth Whitening?
There are many at-home teeth whitening options, from whitening toothpastes to gels. Why get professional treatment from a dentist?
Dramatic Improvements
Dr. Steven Krendl uses professional-grade teeth whitening products that can make your teeth up to eight shades whiter, well beyond what can be achieved with over-the-counter bleaching products. For example, most toothpastes designed for whitening can only achieve results that are one shade lighter.
Fast Results
In-office whitening is the quickest way to whiten teeth. Noticeable improvements can be seen at your first treatment, which typically takes 60 minutes or less. Alternatively, over-the-counter treatments with their weaker solutions require weeks or months to see any difference.
Safety & Comfort
While teeth whitening is a safe process, it still requires care and attention in how it is performed. Dr. Krendl, who began practicing in 2004, has years of experience safely applying whitening solutions for optimal results and minimal irritation.
How Does Professional Teeth Whitening Work?
In-office treatments use gentle heat and a special LED light to activate whitening solutions and offer patients whiter teeth in 60 minutes or less. This whitening procedure can lift years of stains from coffee, tea, red wine, berries, sauces, and more.
What About Over-the-Counter Products?
Whitening toothpaste, bleaching strips, and other over-the-counter products require both time and patience. Then, you may have to settle for lackluster results. If you would like to give over-the-counter products a try, we recommend first requesting an appointment with Dr. Krendl, who can advise you on what to expect, what to avoid, and whether teeth whitening is appropriate for your tooth discoloration.
Here are some things to think about with over-the-counter products:
Poor Whitening
Over-the-counter products lack the strength to achieve the dramatic whitening available from a dentist. In addition, if you haven't been to a dentist for a while, plaque buildup can interfere with the effectiveness of your whitening product. For the best results, get your teeth professionally cleaned so the whitening solution makes even contact with each tooth.
Uneven Whitening
Tooth-colored fillings, crowns, and bridges will not lighten with over-the-counter products, which can result in uneven color among your teeth.
Irritation and Pain
Whitening solutions should be kept off gums to avoid irritation, so the method of application is important. Some store-bought products use a one-size-fits-all tray to apply the whitening agent. As we all know, one-size-fits-all rarely fits anyone precisely, and this can allow the bleaching solution to irritate tender gums. Tooth sensitivity can also happen if you leave the whitener on too long.
Overbleaching
Dentists use shade guides to determine when you've reached your maximum level of safe whitening. When you use over-the-counter products, you'll have no such guide, and you may be tempted to overbleach and damage your teeth.
Should I Talk to a Dentist First?
Even if you are going to use an over-the-counter product, you should still consult with our Littleton dentist and tap into his professional knowledge. Not every stain responds well to tooth whitening, and it's good to know how much whitening is realistic to expect from simple whitening products like toothpaste.
Dr. Krendl, who has extensive training in cosmetic dentistry, can offer his professional insight about which methods will work in your situation, and he may be able to suggest alternatives better suited for you.
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