Whitening
Professional teeth whitening in Bellevue that removes years of stains in as little as one visit.
A radiant smile doesn’t just look great — it boosts your confidence and helps you make a lasting first impression. At Bellevue Dentist, we offer professional teeth whitening options that deliver noticeably whiter teeth quickly, safely, and comfortably. Whether you want to brighten before an upcoming event or simply refresh your everyday look, our treatments are customized to your goals and enamel sensitivity. Our practice offers the following options:
Why Choose Professional Whitening?
Store-bought whitening kits can cause uneven results or sensitivity. Our in-office bleaching uses high-quality, dentist-supervised formulas to lift deep stains and discoloration without harming your enamel or gums. You’ll see predictable, even whitening — and longer-lasting brightness than you’d get with over-the-counter solutions.
Common causes of staining include coffee, tea, wine, tobacco, and age-related enamel changes. With professional care, we can safely reverse those effects and restore the natural luminosity of your smile.
What to Expect:
Your whitening experience begins with a thorough exam to ensure your teeth and gums are healthy. Once you’re ready, we’ll apply our professional-strength bleaching gel and activate it under careful supervision for consistent, even results. In just one visit, most patients achieve a noticeably brighter smile — often several shades lighter — with minimal or no sensitivity.
Our practice offers the following whitening options:
In-Office Bleaching - This procedure is ideal if you want immediate results. The whole process takes about an hour, taking little time out of busy lives. A protective gel is applied to your gums to protect the soft tissue. Then a special light-activated gel is applied to your teeth and a special ultraviolet light is used to enhance the action of the agent. Finally, the patient receives a take-home gel and instructions to keep the smile bright. The result is dramatically whiter teeth that will last for years.
Tray whitening is a less-expensive and convenient at-home whitening treatment. The results are more gradual. A scan is taken at our office in order to create a customized clear tray. Trays are generally ready within a few days and instructions are given on how to apply the gel in the trays and how often to use it. Maximum whitening results and a dazzling smile are achieved at the end of the set treatment period. An occasional treatment can be used to maintain the new smile.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How long do results last?
With proper care, professional whitening results can last a year or longer. Touch-ups and regular cleanings help maintain your brightness.
Is whitening safe for my enamel?
Yes. Our dentist-monitored systems protect your enamel and gums while effectively lifting stains.
Can I whiten crowns or veneers?
Whitening only affects natural teeth, but we can discuss options to match existing restorations if needed.
Ask about our whitening options! Please consult us about use of over-the-counter whitening treatments.