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Teeth Whitening

Professional teeth whitening for a sparkling smile in Rayne, LA

You love your morning cup of coffee or tea. Or perhaps you look forward to an evening glass of red wine. The truth is many of our favorite foods and drinks are enjoyable but lead to stained teeth. Furthermore, certain medications, smoking, and even aging can make teeth appear dull. At the office of Patrick Briese, DDS in Rayne, LA we help our patients enhance their smile with professional whitening kits for use in the comfort of their own homes.

How teeth whitening works

The outer layer of our teeth is covered in enamel, a hard, mineralized substance that appears shiny and impenetrable. In actuality, enamel and the dentin layer below are filled with microscopic channels that can be permeated by dark-colored foods and beverages. Over time, this can lead to staining and discoloration that cannot be removed effectively with over the counter whitening pastes.

Professional teeth whitening uses a medical-grade whitening solution that is applied to a tray that rests on your teeth. This strong bleaching agent oxidizes and removes stains, lightening the enamel by several shades to leave you with a vibrant, sparkling smile.

There are many benefits of professional teeth whitening, most notably its:

Safe
Fast
Effective
Non-invasive
Confidence-boosting

Call us to brighten your smile today!

With professional at-home whitening trays, there has never been an easier or more convenient time to whiten your smile. If you are ready for a brighter smile, we invite you to call us to book your teeth whitening appointment. During this appointment, we’ll take impressions of your teeth to create custom-fit whitening trays. When the trays are ready, you can return to pick them up along with your professional whitening gel and details for how to use them together. After a few weeks, you can enjoy a dramatically white smile that you are ready and eager to share with the world.

The best part is the trays and whitening gel are yours to keep for periodic touch-ups to keep your smile beautiful longer and is available at an affordable price of $99 only.

To learn more about professional teeth whitening from the office of Patrick Briese, DDS, please call us today at (337) 223-9454.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is teeth whitening safe?

Professional teeth whitening is a safe way to whiten your teeth quickly and effectively. Our office uses Zoom 2 teeth whitening. The procedure takes only 45 minutes, and you will be closely monitored the entire time the whitening gel is on your teeth.

Although professional whiteners use a higher concentration of the active ingredient, we are careful to make sure that it doesn't come in contact with your gums or lips, where it could cause irritation. Zoom 2 also contains ingredients that desensitize your teeth to make it comfortable even for people with sensitive teeth. The product does not damage the enamel or any other part of your teeth.

What can I do to help my teeth stay white longer after professional teeth whitening?

After you've had your teeth professionally whitened, you want your results to last as long as possible. You can take steps to help your teeth stay bright longer:

Don't smoke! Smoking will stain your teeth quickly.
Practice good oral hygiene habits by brushing and flossing as directed by your dental hygienist.
Avoid drinks that stain such as red wine and coffee. If you do choose to enjoy these, brush your teeth quickly afterward.
Use the whitening maintenance kit.
Keep up your regular twice-yearly professional cleanings and exams.

Age and some medications can also cause your teeth to become stained, but these are harder to avoid. Once you have had your teeth professionally whitened, occasional maintenance is all that is required to keep you smile sparkling.

Meet Our Doctor:

Patrick Briese DDS

For Patrick D. Briese, DDS, dentistry runs in the family. Following in the footsteps of three generations of dentists, Dr. Briese is thrilled to bring state-of-the-art dentistry to Rayne, LA, and the surrounding area.

Dr. Briese earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the School of Dentistry at LSU in New Orleans. After working at a private practice in Baton Rouge for a year, a special opportunity presented itself. A dental practice became available for sale when the previous dentist retired. Excited by the opportunity to make skilled, high-quality dentistry available ...