Professional Teeth Whitening in Boston
Clinical-Grade Whitening for Long-Lasting Results
What Is Professional Teeth Whitening?
Clinical whitening that is 5–8 shades beyond what over-the-counter kits achieve.
Professional teeth whitening uses higher-concentration peroxide gels than drugstore products, applied in a controlled setting. In-office treatments produce immediate results in a single visit; take-home trays produce gradual results over 1–2 weeks with the same professional-strength gel.
At Metro Dental, Dr. Fedorenko and Dr. Ford evaluate your teeth, gums, and existing restorations first. Whitening is not safe or effective for every smile — veneers and crowns will not change shade, and patients with exposed roots or gum recession may experience sensitivity. We tailor each plan accordingly.
Why Professional Whitening Wins
- Significantly brighter | 5–8 shade improvements typical, vs. 1–2 shades from OTC kits.
- Faster results | In-office whitening delivers visible results in a single 60–90 minute visit.
- Less sensitivity | Clinical formulations include desensitizers that drugstore products lack.
- Gum protection | Custom trays or in-office isolation keep bleach away from your gums.
- Evaluated first | We check for cavities and restorations before whitening to avoid unexpected results.
- Long-lasting | Results last 1–3 years with occasional touch-ups.
Is Whitening Right for You?
Surface stains
Coffee, tea, wine, tobacco, and age-related yellowing respond well.
Before veneers/crowns
Whiten first, then match new restorations to the brighter shade.
Healthy teeth and gums
No active decay, no severe recession — evaluation confirms.
Realistic expectations
Deep intrinsic stains (tetracycline) often need veneers instead of whitening.
No significant restorations
Existing crowns and veneers will not change color with whitening.
Not pregnant/nursing
Whitening is paused during pregnancy and nursing by convention.
Why Metro Dental for Whitening
Clinical-grade products
Higher-concentration peroxide than any drugstore product, applied safely.
Gum-health evaluation
Our gum-first evaluation catches the recession and root-exposure issues that cause whitening sensitivity — Dr. Fedorenko and Dr. Ford check before any whitening begins.
Customized to your case
In-office, take-home trays, or a combination — we match the method to your smile.
Sets up future cosmetic work
Whitening first + veneers second = a perfectly matched final smile.
Your Whitening Treatment
Evaluation
Exam, cleaning if needed, shade assessment, and a treatment plan.
Custom Tray Fabrication (if take-home)
Digital impressions create precision-fit trays for professional-strength gel.
Whitening
In-office session (60–90 minutes) or take-home application (30–60 minutes daily for 1–2 weeks).
Maintenance
Touch-up gel every 6–12 months keeps your results bright.
Answers About Professional Whitening
1–3 years with normal diet, and longer with occasional touch-ups. Coffee, tea, wine, and tobacco shorten the timeframe.
Pricing depends on in-office vs. take-home (or combination). You receive a written estimate at consultation.
No — existing restorations will not change shade. If you have visible crowns or veneers, we plan your whitening accordingly.
Whitening is cosmetic — typically not insurance-covered. We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Indemnity) and Delta Dental (Premier) directly for medically necessary work alongside cosmetic care.
Yes, when performed under professional supervision. Sensitivity is the most common side effect and usually resolves within a few days.
In-office gives faster, more dramatic results. Take-home produces gradual whitening with less one-time sensitivity. Many patients combine both.
Yes, usually — we use desensitizing formulations and adjust timing. A gum-health evaluation catches root exposure that can cause severe sensitivity.
Brighter, Evaluated First
Before we whiten, we evaluate — because the wrong whitening approach on the wrong smile creates sensitivity and uneven results. At your consultation, you will leave with a written plan tailored to your teeth, gums, and existing work.
Thank you — our Lexington team will reach out within one business day.