Updated in July of 2026
Everyone wants a bright, white smile. However, our teeth collect stains and can darken over time from foods, beverages, and other lifestyle habits or health concerns. At the dental office of Dr. Michael Franquemont, we offer professional teeth whitening to remove tough stains and improve your smile’s shade and luster.
Five Real Benefits of Professional Teeth Whitening?
1. Instantly Removes Stains and Brightens Teeth
Professional whitening uses a clinical-grade bleaching gel that gently penetrates the enamel to break down stain-causing molecules. It doesn't just sit on the surface like whitening toothpaste. If your teeth look yellow, dull, or brown, this is the fastest way to see a real difference.
2. Personalized to Your Smile
Unlike one-size-fits-all store kits, Dr. Franquemont customizes professional teeth whitening to your teeth, your sensitivity level, and the shade you're going for. He builds a treatment plan around what will actually work for you, not a generic tray.
3. Safe, Effective, and Long-Lasting
Because a dentist supervises the process, professional whitening delivers stronger, safer results than over-the-counter alternatives, and those results typically last several months instead of fading after a few washes.
4. A Real Confidence Boost
A smile you're proud of changes how often you smile, laugh, and show up in photos. Patients consistently tell us that whiter teeth make them feel younger and more confident in everyday conversations, not just special occasions.
5. Convenient, One-Visit Results
With in-office whitening, you can walk in with a stained smile and walk out with a noticeably brighter one in a single appointment. You won't need weeks of at-home trays if you don't want them.
How Long Does Teeth Whitening Last?
Teeth whitening can last several weeks or months, depending on your unique smile and lifestyle. The longevity of your white smile also depends on the following:
- Oral hygiene – Daily brushing and flossing will help clear away bacteria and stains.
- Smoking and tobacco – Cutting down on or removing tobacco from your life can keep your teeth whiter for longer.
- Foods and beverages – Certain foods and drinks are more likely to stain your teeth, such as coffee, red wine, tomato sauce, tea, curries, and more.
- Regular dental visits – Routine dental exams and teeth cleanings will help maintain your white, dazzling smile.
Touch-up sessions with a take-home kit or a quick in-office visit are an easy way to keep your smile at its brightest.
Professional Whitening vs. Store-Bought Kits
It's a fair question: why pay for in-office whitening when whitening strips are sitting on every pharmacy shelf? The short answer, store-bought kits use a much lower concentration of whitening agent, so results are milder and fade faster. Professional whitening is stronger, more even, and monitored by your dentist to protect your enamel and gums along the way.
Teeth Whitening in Centennial, CO
Teeth whitening removes stains and stain-causing molecules from the enamel, leaving you with a brighter, whiter smile. If you’re unhappy with the color of your teeth, please get in touch with us today to schedule your appointment with your Centennial dentist, Dr. Michael Franquemont.