Your Smile Dreams Can Come True With Teeth Whitening!

Do you struggle with tooth discoloration or stubborn stains that brushing and whitening toothpastes just can’t fix? At Dentistry of Highland Village, our team — Dr. Rushi Dave, Dr. Amy Milman, and Dr. Mili Shah — provides advanced professional teeth whitening treatments in Houston. Using the Philips Zoom WhiteSpeed system, we can lighten your teeth by several shades in as little as one visit.

Our Houston dental office also serves patients from Bellaire, Sugar Land, and Missouri City, making it easy for families across the Houston metro to access safe and effective whitening options. Brighten your smile today — call us at (713) 360-7700 to book your teeth whitening consultation.

What Is Professional Teeth Whitening? Our Houston Dentist Explains

Professional teeth whitening is a cosmetic dentistry procedure that removes extrinsic stains (from coffee, tea, red wine, tobacco) and can even reduce the appearance of intrinsic stains caused by medications or aging. Unlike over-the-counter products such as whitening strips, whitening toothpastes, or random gels, professional whitening is performed by a dental professional using peroxide-based gels and safe light-activated systems.

At Dentistry of Highland Village, we specialize in:

• In-office whitening (Philips Zoom WhiteSpeed): A light-activated system using hydrogen peroxide gel combined with a special blue LED lamp for fast results.
• Custom take-home trays: Included with in-office treatment, these allow you to touch up your smile whenever you’d like, using carbamide peroxide whitening gel.

This combination ensures long-lasting results and minimizes tooth sensitivity.

The Teeth Whitening Process at Dentistry of Highland Village

Initial Consultation

We evaluate your oral health, examine your tooth enamel and dental restorations, and determine if you’re a good candidate for whitening.

Shade Matching

Your current tooth color is compared with a professional shade guide so you can see the dramatic difference after treatment.

Protective Barrier

We apply a protective barrier to shield your gum tissue and reduce the risk of gingival irritation.

Whitening Gel Application

A peroxide-based gel (hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide) is applied to your natural teeth.

Light Activation

Our Zoom WhiteSpeed light-activated system enhances the bleaching efficacy, accelerating results while minimizing bleaching and tooth sensitivity.

Rinse & Post-Treatment Care

After your whitening session, we apply a post-treatment gel to reduce increased tooth sensitivity and help the results last longer.

The entire office whitening process takes about an hour, making it easy to fit into your lunch break.

Take-Home Whitening Kits

Along with your in-office treatment, we provide custom-fitted trays so you can maintain your results at home. These trays are filled with a carbamide peroxide bleaching gel, which gradually whitens teeth over a couple of weeks. Unlike OTC products, these trays are tailored to your mouth, preventing leakage and reducing gum irritation.

Benefits of Teeth Whitening

Patients choose teeth whitening at our Houston dental office for many reasons, including:

• A brighter smile in about an hour with Philips Zoom.
• Professional supervision to prevent gum irritation and enamel damage.
• Safe whitening agents that follow American Dental Association (ADA) guidelines.
• Results up to 8 shades lighter compared to your starting color.
• Long-lasting whitening with proper oral hygiene and occasional touch-ups.
• Improved confidence and overall appearance.

Looking for a quick way to improve your smile before a wedding, job interview, or big event? Our Zoom in-office whitening may be the perfect solution.

Who Is a Candidate for Professional Whitening?

Professional whitening is safe for most patients, but it may not be ideal if you have:

• Severe gum disease or untreated cavities.
• Extensive dental restorations such as crowns or veneers (whitening only affects natural teeth).
• Extremely thin enamel or a history of tooth sensitivity.

In such cases, our team may recommend alternative cosmetic dentistry treatments like veneers or dental bonding.

At-Home Whitening vs. In-Office Whitening

Many patients ask about the difference between at-home teeth whitening products and in-office whitening:

• At-home whitening (whitening strips, whitening toothpaste, coconut oil, baking soda, etc.): Can help remove minor surface stains, but results are limited, and the risk of enamel damage or gum irritation is higher.
• In-office professional whitening: Uses peroxide-based materials with proper safety barriers, ensuring predictable, fast, and long-lasting whitening results.

If you’re serious about achieving a whiter smile, investing in a professional whitening treatment is the best choice.

Maintaining Whitening Results

After your treatment, you can make your teeth whitening results last longer by:

• Avoiding dark-colored beverages like coffee, tea, and red wine.
• Brushing and flossing daily with fluoride toothpaste.
• Scheduling regular dental cleanings and exams at Dentistry of Highland Village.
• Using your custom take-home trays for occasional touch-ups.

Teeth Whitening Costs in Houston

On average, professional teeth whitening costs range between $500 and $1,000, depending on the type of treatment. Factors that affect cost include:

• Whitening method: In-office treatments like Zoom vs. take-home trays.
• Extent of discoloration: Stains from tetracycline or yellower dentin may require multiple sessions.
• Dentist’s experience: A cosmetic dentist ensures safer and more reliable results than OTC methods.

At Dentistry of Highland Village, we offer financing options and accept most insurance plans (though most dental insurance plans don’t cover whitening since it’s a cosmetic procedure).

Frequently Asked Questions