Teeth Whitening

Professional Sensitive Teeth Whitening

Looking to re-vamp your smile? Teeth whitening is a great option to do that. But what about for those with sensitive teeth? Thankfully, our dentists in Lincoln, NE at Preserve Family Dentistry offer professional sensitive teeth whitening for Lincoln residents. So those with sensitive teeth can now feel confident and comfortable with their smiles too.

Gone are the days of feeling down about your smile. While it’s natural for your teeth to become discolored and develop stains over time, it isn’t great for confidence. Instead, have your teeth whitened to keep your smile shining brightly. Additionally, Preserve and their Lincoln dentists are all about providing convenient, affordable dental care options, and the same goes of our professional teeth whitening.


In our article we’ll answer the following commonly asked questions:

Is it bad to whiten your teeth?

What is the best way to whiten your teeth?

Can yellow teeth turn to white?

Suitable Candidates for Professional Sensitive Teeth Whitening

Anybody who has obvious stains on their teeth is a good candidate for teeth whitening in general. This tends to happen naturally over time. Everyone’s teeth become more and more off-white over time, so there’s no need to feel embarrassed if yours are. Coffee, tea, and wine can all cause your teeth to change shades more quickly, but don’t let that stop you from savoring your favorite drinks! Instead, consider having your teeth whitened by a dentist in Lincoln, NE to solve the problem.

In the past, teeth whitening caused serious sensitivity. For those who already have sensitive teeth, whitening used to heighten sensitivity. But now, our dentist in Lincoln, NE at Preserve Family Dentistry is proud to offer professional sensitive teeth whitening. Even our patients with the most delicate teeth can join in the fun now.

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Benefits of Professional Sensitive Teeth Whitening with Dentists in Lincoln, NE

While the most obvious benefit of our teeth whitening is that it’s sensitivity-free, our dentist in Lincoln, NE can tell you that there are other benefits, too. Any teeth whitening will allow you to smile with improved confidence. You’ll be able to feel good knowing that your teeth are shiny and white. Additionally, most people tend to take better care of their teeth after having them whitened. This effect carries a massive benefit.

Anyone who takes good care of their teeth is likely to keep their teeth whiter in the long run, and they’re usually more confident about their smile. As a result, we think teeth whitening is a great way of reminding yourself that your oral health really does matter.

Professional Whitening vs. In-Store/At-Home Whitening

It’s not hard to find at-home whitening kits at just about any store. These at-home kits claim to whiten your teeth just as much as professional whitening. However, we’ve heard from our very own patients that the results of these kits are usually minimal and disappointing. It’s also very common for people to hurt their gums when using these products. That’s because the trays provided aren’t custom-made for you in any way.

As a result, it’s easy for the whitening solution to come into contact with your gums, often causing serious discomfort and sensitivity in your mouth. Particularly for those with sensitive teeth, at-home whitening kits can be dangerous and detrimental. Learn more about teeth whitening options.

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At Preserve, we take the utmost care when whitening your teeth. Along with ensuring your comfort and safety during our professional sensitive teeth whitening procedures, our solutions also have a much better whitening potential. Because we’re a dentistry, we’re allowed to use whitening solution with a much higher concentration than you’ll find in any store. This means that our whitening solution can improve the shade of your teeth much more than in-store or at-home kits.

Additionally, we also offer a professional set of custom-made whitening trays. This allows you to keep whitening your teeth at home after your appointment. And because the whitening trays are made custom to fit in your mouth, our professional at-home solution shouldn’t come into contact with your gums or cause extra sensitivity.

Does teeth whitening weaken teeth?

The conclusive answer is no; teeth whitening gel will not damage or harm your tooth enamel.

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Length of Time For Teeth Whitening

Luckily for you, our professional teeth whitening doesn’t take very long! In a single hour-long appointment, we’ll have your teeth several shades lighter than before. As a result, our highly efficient procedure is perfect for upcoming events, presentations, etc. Your newly whitened teeth can give you the confidence to get through any business or personal event. We feel our greatest when our smile looks good. Let our “dentist near me in Lincoln, NE” at Preserve help you feel like you’re on top of the world! Call to book an appointment: 402-413-7000.


Common questions we hear about teeth whitening include:

Is it bad to whiten your teeth?
No. Teeth whitening and bleaching is one of the safest cosmetic procedures we do in dentistry. At the concentrations we use in dentistry (5%-38%),  it doesn’t damage the enamel. There is no softening, stripping, or abnormal wear  of the enamel associated with whitening.

What is the best way to whiten you teeth?
To achieve the fastest results, in-office professional whitening is best when a patient is wanting to whiten their teeth. In-office professional whitening uses a stronger whitening solution when compared to over the counter whitening products. A custom whitening tray is fabricated to fit each patient perfectly.

Another option for patients, to achieve fast teeth whitening, is generic teeth whitening strips. This option has a lower percentage of whitening solution incorporated into the product. These whitening strips are going to be one size fits all.

Can yellow teeth turn to white?
Initial Tooth Color/Shade: It is documented that those with a more yellow hue have a greater response to whitening than those who have more gray or brown hues to their teeth.

Unique and inherent Whitening Potential: It is believed that we each have a level at which our teeth cannot whiten any more.  This varies from person to person and is controlled by our genes and determined by the value / hue of our teeth. We can only get the value color changed to brighter and whiter color/hue. We can not change the hue.

Strength of Whitening Agent: In-store or over-the-counter systems have a much lower whitening agent percentage, so it takes a little longer and may require more frequent touch-up. In-office systems provide a higher percentage, the alternative of using carbamide peroxide (penetrates slower) and a more controlled application.

Many people ask how long teeth whitening takes, and the length of time it takes for your teeth to become whiter. Aside from our professional at-home teeth whitening options, whitening is instant! The hour that your appointment takes is all the time you need to see the results. That means you can go home with teeth that feel fresh, bright, and beautiful.

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The Cost of Professional Teeth Whitening With A “Dentist Near Me in Lincoln, NE”

Similarly, with any dental procedure, it can be difficult to offer an accurate estimate without seeing our patients. Please contact our dentist in Lincoln, NE to set up an appointment at: 402-413-7000. However, teeth whitening is among our most affordable procedures. Furthermore, we even offer it free to those enrolled with our partners at Lincoln Dental Plans. Click their logo below to learn more about their dental discount plans.

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2 Routine Dental Cleanings (Every 12 Months)
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LDP offers discounts on the following procedures:

Regular Cleanings
Deep Cleanings
Periodontal Maintenance
Dental Crowns
White Fillings
Root Canals
Professional Teeth Whitening

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