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Enjoy a Bright Smile with Safe and Effective Professional Teeth Whitening
Your teeth can look straight, but your smile becomes less appealing once they pick up stains. Has your smile lost its youthful brilliance to stains from coffee, smoking, or neglect? Illuminate your smile with professional teeth whitening in Bel Air, Maryland. At D. Bartholomew G. Kreiner D.D.S., Dr. Bartholomew Kreiner and the team use professional-grade whitening products that erase years of staining, making your smile several shades lighter. Skip over-the-counter whitening strips and pens and brighten your smile with proven teeth whitening.
Why are my teeth stained?
Your teeth are porous, which means they absorb stains from whatever they come into contact with, especially dark-colored foods and drinks. Over time, these stains become embedded in the enamel, causing your teeth to turn yellow, brown, or dark.
The common causes of tooth staining include:
- Poor oral hygiene
- Chewing or smoking tobacco
- Foods and drinks, including red wine, coffee, beets, tea, soda, dark berries, etc.
- Excessive fluoride exposure
- Aging
- Certain medications, including tetracycline
Once the stains become lodged in the enamel, no amount of brushing will erase the discoloration. That’s because brushing only cleans the surface, while these stains have worked their way into the microscopic pores of your enamel. Teeth whitening can remove the staining because it contains potent agents that break down the stain molecules from the inside out. The result? A noticeably whiter, brighter smile that brushing alone could never achieve.
Why should I whiten my teeth at a dental office?
It’s true—over-the-counter (OTC) whitening products are affordable and widely available, making them tempting. But it’s not all rainbows and unicorns. Here are reasons you should only consider professional teeth whitening:
- Results you can trust: OTC products contain lower concentrations of whitening agents than professional treatments. That means results are often subtle, short-lived, or uneven—especially if you have deeper stains. Professional whitening, on the other hand, uses stronger, dentist-supervised solutions that safely deliver faster and more noticeable results.
- Guaranteed safety: Whitening without a dental exam could mask underlying problems like cavities, gum disease, or enamel erosion. Dr. Kreiner checks for these issues first, ensuring that whitening is safe and appropriate for your teeth. Without this step, you risk worsening or developing new problems like extreme sensitivity or gum irritation.
- Long-term value: Though OTC products are cheap, you may need to use them repeatedly to achieve average results, if any. Professional whitening provides durable outcomes, making it a better value in the long run.
- Convenience: Professional whitening allows for a shorter period of time that your teeth are sensitive (which means the whitening is working) and thus also allows a shorter period of time that you are on a special clear/white only diet.
- Customization: No two smiles are the same. Professional teeth whitening in Bel Air, MD, offers customized options tailored to your needs and goals. With professional care, you can choose the whitening method and strength that works best for your unique smile. In contrast, over-the-counter (OTC) whitening products take a one-size-fits-all approach, often leading to uneven results and limited effectiveness.
Although professional teeth whitening costs more than DIY teeth whitening, it’s worth every penny. Professional teeth whitening is about doing things right, safely, and with results you’ll love.
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Do you need teeth whitening in Bel Air, MD?
Are your teeth not as white as you’d like? Give your smile a confidence boost with professional teeth whitening at D. Bartholomew G. Kreiner, D.D.S. With in-office and at-home teeth whitening options, Dr. Kreiner offers several solutions customized to your needs. Call (410) 983-6775 and book your visit.
Dr. D. Bartholomew G. Kreiner
Dr. D. Bartholomew G. Kreiner, a distinguished dentist since 1989, earned his dental degree from the University of Maryland Dental School, where he also completed an Advanced General Dentistry Residency. His credentials include certificates from the Academy of Dentistry for the Handicapped and Gamma Pi Delta Prosthodontic Society. Dr. Kreiner has been an active member of the ADA, MSDA, and HCDS, and he is currently with the Academy of Laser Dentistry and an active member with the Greater Chesapeake Study Club and FACES. Known for his engaging and relaxed practice, he blends extensive expertise with a commitment to high standards in dental care.Connect with Dr. D. Bartholomew G. Kreiner on Linkedin