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Mobile Number (813) 734-7102
Mobile Number (813) 734-7102
Existing Patients:
Mobile Number (813) 972-3500
Mobile Number (813) 972-3500
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With Over-the-Counter Options Available, are In-Office Whitening Treatments Worth the Additional Cost?
You have consistently brushed, flossed, and rinsed your teeth as directed by your dental health professional, yet your smile is still not as bright white as you wish. Over time, it has begun to yellow. While a regular oral health regimen will go far in keeping your smile healthy and white, there is more to it. Factors including aging, genetics, the medications you take, and the food and drinks you ingest can all play a role in making your smile yellowed or stained. But is a professional teeth whitening treatment offered by Dr. Loc Tong, Dr. Angela Rasmussen, and the team at Gentle Dentistry in Tampa Bay, Florida, worth the cost? Let us take a look and see.
The Different Types of Whitening Procedures
There are two primary forms of whitening treatments and your dentist may typically provide one or both options.
- In-Office Treatment: When you go in for an in-office treatment, your dentist will apply a potent whitening gel that is activated by a special light on your teeth activated by a special form of light. This gel will be applied very carefully as it has considerable whitening properties.
- At-Home Treatment: If your dentist offers an at-home treatment, it will usually utilize a customized set of whitening trays. You will apply a milder form of the whitening gel used in-office to the tray and wear the trays for the time specified by your dentist.
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Is a Professional Whitening Treatment Worth the Cost?
While you can find over-the-counter whitening options, none of these will produce the same results you will find with a professional teeth cleaning. The power of the whitening agents used by your dentist is the key to achieving drastically improved results. Additionally, because of the strength of the whitening agent, it must be done under dental supervision. Your dentist will quickly examine your mouth before the whitening to ensure your teeth and gums are healthy enough for the treatment. The results you get from an in-office treatment will not only be vastly superior, but you will also see immediate results. All this makes a whitening treatment worth the cost.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Loc Tong or Dr. Angela Rasmussen at Gentle Dentistry, please call (813) 734-7102.
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Dr. Loc Tong and Dr. Angela Rasmussen are the two experienced dentists at Gentle Dentistry, serving the
communities of Tampa, FL.
Loc Tong, DDS, the practice owner, obtained his Bachelors of Science in Biology from Nova Southeastern University, his Masters of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Barry University and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Howard University College of Dentistry in Washington, DC.
Dr. Tong is proficient in all facets of general dentistry and is particularly interested in implant and cosmetic dentistry. He is an active member of professional organizations, like the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, and Florida Dental Association. He is committed to serving underserved communities globally.
Angela Rasmussen, DDS, is an alumnus of Niagara University in Niagara Falls, NY, and State University of New York, Buffalo. She completed a General Practice Residency and was Chief Resident at University Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. She received her Fellowship at the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) in Chicago, Illinois.
Dr. Rasmussen is a member of the American Dental Association, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, AGD, Academy of Osseointegration, Florida Dental Association, West Coast Dental Association, and Hillsborough County Dental Association. She is dedicated to continuous education and has received many industry honors.
Loc Tong, DDS, the practice owner, obtained his Bachelors of Science in Biology from Nova Southeastern University, his Masters of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Barry University and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Howard University College of Dentistry in Washington, DC.
Dr. Tong is proficient in all facets of general dentistry and is particularly interested in implant and cosmetic dentistry. He is an active member of professional organizations, like the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, and Florida Dental Association. He is committed to serving underserved communities globally.
Angela Rasmussen, DDS, is an alumnus of Niagara University in Niagara Falls, NY, and State University of New York, Buffalo. She completed a General Practice Residency and was Chief Resident at University Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. She received her Fellowship at the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) in Chicago, Illinois.
Dr. Rasmussen is a member of the American Dental Association, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, AGD, Academy of Osseointegration, Florida Dental Association, West Coast Dental Association, and Hillsborough County Dental Association. She is dedicated to continuous education and has received many industry honors.
