Boost Your Confidence for Valentine's Day with a Whiter Smile

Valentine’s Day puts your smile front and center, both on big dates and in all those little moments where your confidence matters most. Plus, did you know that smiling can make you appear more attractive? 

But nothing puts a damper on your smile quite like stained teeth.

If you’ve been wishing your smile looked whiter, now is the perfect time to treat yourself to professional teeth whitening. 

Dr. Lovely Manlapaz Teodoro and her team at The Dental Center of Hercules make it easy to achieve a noticeably whiter smile, often faster than you think. With multiple whitening options available, you can choose the treatment that fits your timeline and aesthetic goals.

Read on as Dr. Teodoro shares how teething whitening here in our Hercules, California, office can give you the confidence boost you need this Valentine's Day.  

What are your teeth whitening options?

Dr. Teodoro and her team offer three convenient teeth whitening treatments designed to boost your confidence and help you feel more attractive:

• Sinsational Smile® in-office whitening
• In-office laser teeth whitening
• Take-home teeth whitening kits

Whether you want immediate results or prefer to whiten gradually at home, there’s an option that works for you.

How far in advance should you plan teeth whitening treatments before Valentine’s Day?

Your timeline depends on the whitening method you choose.

In-office laser whitening

Our in-office laser whitening delivers dramatic results (about 10 shades brighter!) in about one hour. This is an ideal option if Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and you want the “wow” factor.

LED whitening

Sinsational Smile brightens your smile with prefilled silicone trays and an LED light to activate the whitening agents. It’s also the only green certified whitening system.

This is an ideal option if you have a busy schedule, since it takes just 20 minutes and provides fast, noticeable brightening.

Take-home whitening trays

We also offer take-home kits. These are ideal when you want to brighten your smile in the comfort of your own home, but they work gradually, with the best results in 10 to 14 days. This option requires the most preplanning to account for that 14-day window.

If you want maximum flexibility, Dr. Teodoro can help you decide which option fits your schedule and delivers the results you’re looking for.

A note on timing: Regardless of which method you choose, you may need to factor in a few days of increased tooth sensitivity. Most people experience tooth sensitivity after whitening. Research published in Applied Sciences shows it affects nearly 100% of patients at some level. For this reason, it’s best to schedule your whitening at least a few days before your big date so any temporary sensitivity has time to subside.

What to expect during whitening

If you choose an in-office laser whitening treatment, your visit is comfortable and straightforward. Dr. Teodoro’s staff places cheek retractors to protect your lips and gums, applies a professional-strength whitening gel to your teeth, and activates it with a laser light. The entire process takes about an hour and can whiten your teeth by up to 10 shades, with immediate results you’ll see before you leave.

If you opt for Sinsational Smile, your treatment takes just 20 minutes. Dr. Teodoro uses a patented prefilled silicone tray paired with an LED light to activate the whitening gel quickly. You’ll also receive a take-home maintenance pen, the Precision Whitening Pen, to help keep your smile bright after treatment.

If you prefer whitening at home, Dr. Teodoro’s take-home whitening solution allows you to whiten gradually on your own schedule.

What to expect after your whitening treatment

After whitening, your results can last six months to over a year, depending on your daily habits and your oral care routine. To protect your brighter smile, Dr. Teodoro recommends:

• Limiting foods and drinks that stain teeth, such as coffee, red wine, and dark sauces
• Avoiding smoking or tobacco use
• Maintaining good oral hygiene 
• Scheduling regular dental visits

With the right care, your Valentine’s Day smile can last well beyond February.

Love your smile this Valentine’s Day (or Galentine’s Day!)

You deserve to feel confident every time you smile. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Teodoro today to find the teeth whitening option that’s right for you.