5-phase treatment for a brighter smile with powerful KöR whitening

As with all treatments available at KB Family Dentistry, cosmetic dental whitening is customized to your needs, goals, and personal preferences. However, one of the most powerful and efficient options that Dr. Katie Burggraaf offers to effectively get rid of stubborn stains and discoloration is a combination of both home and in-office whitening methods. Our team in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is happy to walk you through five phases in the process of restoring your healthiest-looking, confidence-boosting smile with custom KöR whitening. 

1 – Consultation 

The first step is to contact our office and schedule an appointment with Dr. Burggraaf. During your visit, she examines your teeth and gums. She considers things like the type and depth of discoloration and the overall health of your teeth and gums before recommending specific treatment options. Dr. Burggraaf also considers your personal preferences and goals. As appropriate, it may be necessary to treat things like gum disease before moving forward with elective procedures such as professional teeth whitening. Additionally, we may incorporate other cosmetic treatments into your plan. For instance, if you have dental crowns and other restorations, it is necessary to get new dental work because they do not whiten like natural tooth structure. 

2 – Planning 

If you decide to move forward with whitening, Dr. Burggraaf makes impressions or molds of your mouth. These impressions are used to guide the precise fabrication of special KöR whitening trays. These appliances are designed to fit over your teeth. They have a unique sealing capability, which supports the effectiveness and safety of the whitening gel. This is one of the features that makes KöR an attractive option, even for individuals with deep stains that cannot be treated with other whitening agents and systems. 

3 – At-home treatment

Once your customized trays are ready, our team will review how to apply the whitening gel and how to wear and care for them properly. We personalize the specific wear time and other factors to your needs. Think of this step as “conditioning” and rejuvenating the enamel of your teeth, so the whitening agents used during treatment can penetrate more deeply. 

4 – In-office whitening

This unique, “hybrid” approach to professional teeth whitening also includes an in-office component. After your teeth have been “prepared” with home trays, you return to our office so Dr. Burggraaf can apply a strong gel to your teeth. This gel helps to support maximum, longer-lasting teeth whitening results and breaks up deep and stubborn stains. It is applied precisely and evenly to the teeth after Dr. Burggraaf takes safeguards to protect the surrounding tissues with a special gel. 

5 – Maintenance

While KöR is uniquely designed as a durable solution for yellow, discolored teeth, enamel naturally picks up stain particles over time. When this happens, simply reapply your custom trays as directed by us. Think of such maintenance as a “touch-up” to keep your teeth looking healthy and bright. It’s also important to maintain professional cleanings and routine visits at our office in Grand Rapids, MI. We can also provide tips on what to eat and how to care for your teeth at home, which go a long way toward sustaining the results from your treatment. 

Take the first step toward a smile that you can be proud of – Call (616) 219-2659 to schedule your appointment at KB Family Dentistry today. 

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