Drugstore strips fade fast and can leave uneven results — professional Teeth Whitening is calibrated to your enamel, not a generic formula. Smile Center Dentistry checks your enamel and gums before recommending a strength.
Whitening done without a dental exam first can mask decay or worsen sensitivity — we check both before treatment. A quick pre-treatment exam takes minutes and prevents a much worse outcome later.
We calibrate gel concentration to your enamel condition, not a one-strength-fits-all approach. We adjust based on what your specific exam shows, not a default setting.
We check for cavities and gum recession before whitening, since treating over untreated decay can cause real pain. We'd rather catch a problem now than have you call back in discomfort later.
Both options use professional-grade gel, just at different concentrations and timelines. We help you decide based on your timeline and sensitivity, not just what's more profitable for us.
We proactively manage sensitivity instead of waiting for you to call back in pain. Most sensitivity fades within a day or two when managed properly.
Whitening isn't one-size-fits-all — here's what we offer after checking your shade and sensitivity.
A higher-concentration gel activated in the chair delivers visible results in about an hour. We monitor sensitivity throughout the session rather than applying gel and walking away.
A slower approach for patients who prefer control over the pace and prefer less chair time. We check your progress at a follow-up to confirm even results.
We compare your current shade against a guide before treatment so you have a real baseline, not a guess. This appointment also flags any restorations that won't whiten along with natural teeth.
We adjust gel exposure time for sensitive patients rather than pushing through discomfort. Post-visit care instructions are given verbally and in writing.
Take-home touch-up trays let you maintain your shade without a full in-office visit each time. We recommend a schedule based on your diet and habits, not a generic interval.
We're upfront if your case will show slower results and explain why before you spend money. Realistic expectations are set at your shade consult, not after treatment disappoints you.
We ask about sensitivity history when you book, so we're prepared for your specific case.
We check for cavities and gum health, then compare your current shade against a guide.
Sensitivity is monitored throughout, with gel timing adjusted if needed.
You'll see your new shade compared to your starting point, plus a plan to maintain it.
"They checked my teeth for cavities first, which I didn't expect but appreciated — no surprises during treatment."
"Sensitive teeth usually make whitening miserable for me, but they adjusted the gel strength and it was totally manageable."
"Six months later, a quick touch-up tray kept my results from fading. Way cheaper than starting over."
"Honest about what whitening could and couldn't fix on my teeth — no overselling."
"Combined an in-office session with take-home trays for maintenance. Best of both approaches."
Results vary by starting shade, but most patients see several shades of improvement after in-office treatment. We'll give you a realistic expectation at your consult based on your current shade.
Overuse of drugstore products without supervision is more likely to cause sensitivity than a professionally managed treatment. We monitor your enamel condition throughout treatment, not just at the start.
Typically six months to two years depending on diet, smoking, and oral hygiene habits. We'll recommend a realistic maintenance plan rather than a generic one-size interval.
We flag any crowns or veneers upfront so you're not surprised by an uneven result later. If a mismatch would result, we discuss options honestly before you commit to treatment.
Sensitivity is common and manageable — we tailor the approach rather than skipping whitening altogether. Most sensitive patients tolerate a properly calibrated protocol well.
Both use professional-grade gel; the choice usually comes down to your timeline and sensitivity level. We'll walk through the trade-offs honestly at your shade consult.
Smile Center Dentistry provides Teeth Whitening to patients throughout Tamarac and neighboring Tamarac, FL communities. Shade consults and treatment sessions are both done locally, without a referral elsewhere.
Licensed, gentle, and local to Tamarac — call and ask about your options.
Call +1-866-227-2801