Teeth Whitening
See the difference whitening makes...
Cosmetic Dentistry at Han and Ahn DMD
Everyone deserves a bright, beautiful smile they can be proud of. Whether you are looking for some minor enhancements or a top to a bottom smile design, Han and Ahn DMD can provide a solution for you.
Unlike other dental practices, we treat our patients with the full spectrum of dental solutions in-house. You don't have to worry about outside referrals, or finding a specialist; we are the specialists here!
Dr. Han is an Ivy-league educated and trained periodontist and leader in the field of cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Sooyeon Ahn is our resident orthodontic specialist. Look no further than our Mclean, VA, dental practice for high quality, personalized treatment for you and your entire family.
If you are interested in having whiter teeth, schedule an appointment for a whitening procedure today. Contact us online or by calling:
(703) 356-7001
Discover What Patients Have to Say... "He can handle anything!!"
Beverly Shatzen
2020
Best dentist ever! Smart, gentle, and knows his craft inside and out. No one else I would ever want to go to after going to Dr. Han. He is simply the best in every way. I never worry about any procedure. He can handle anything!!
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Pete T. Ahn
2020
Service was neat, clean and through including oral checking. Delighted and satisfied with service. Thank you very much for services provided, See you next time.
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What Are My Treatment Options? In-Office Whitening for the Fastest Results
Patients who desire instant results can choose in-office whitening. At our Mclean, VA, dental practice, we can complete in-office tooth whitening in under one hour.
After applying a concentrated hydrogen peroxide gel to your teeth, your dentist will activate it with a special dental lamp. After 15 minutes, the bleaching gel is removed and reapplied. This process is completed three times per whitening session until we reach the desired shade.
Those who only need to lighten up to four shades can benefit from QuickPro. This treatment involves a single application of a whitening gel followed by a protective sealant to reduce sensitivity. After 30 minutes, the bleaching gel is brushed off to reveal your brand new smile.
Similar to our Zoom! treatment, WhiteSpeed can lighten the teeth up to eight shades in under an hour. The dentist whitens with a bleaching gel application every 15 to 20 minutes. Once complete, a protective gel is applied to help strengthen your enamel.
Take-Home Whitening for the Most Convenient Treatment
Those who want to whiten their teeth on their own schedules can opt for our take-home whitening kits. Though these options take about two to three weeks to complete, they can provide the dramatic results.
This portable whitening pen allows patients to apply and reapply bleaching gel to their teeth as often as necessary. The Brite Smile pens can be used for touch-ups or be applied twice a day for two weeks to whiten all over. The system is safe and quick, taking about five minutes to complete with each use.
To use this whitening system, custom bleaching trays must be crafted. Patients will deliver the hydrogen peroxide gel into the trays before placing them over their teeth. In most cases, patients wear the trays for approximately 15 to 60 minutes every day until the desired results are achieved.
How It Works...
Zoom! whitening uses a special LED lamp to intensify the effects of the bleaching formula.
What You Should Know about Tooth Discoloration
Extrinsic tooth discoloration (staining in the outer layers of the teeth) is often caused by dark-colored foods and beverages. Aging, genetics, tobacco use, and certain medications can also cause extrinsic stains. Fortunately, teeth whitening can eliminate discoloration by dissolving the bonds that create stains.
Will tooth whitening treatment work for me?
Understanding Different Types of Tooth Discoloration
Not all kinds of discoloration respond to teeth whitening. To find out if you are a good candidate, we will first perform an oral exam and try to determine the cause of your discoloration. From there we can recommend the most effective form of treatment. Stains that are typically resistant to teeth whitening include...
Dark Clouding from Trauma
If you have suffered some injury or trauma to the teeth, you may have bleeding in the internal structure darkening the dentinal nerves. If your tooth turns a dark color after being exposed to excessive force, you may require a root canal or alternative form of treatment to whiten the affected tooth.
Overexposure to Floride
While fluoride in moderation is good for oral health, too much can result in fluorosis, which can discolor the teeth. This is mainly a concern for children who have developing permanent teeth, that can grow in yellow or with surface irregularities. Whitening can occasionally be helpful, but other times crowns and veneers are the most effective way to achieve whiter teeth.
Age-Related Intrinsic Stains
Age-related stains on the teeth are often intrinsic. The surface enamel erodes over time, exposing the underlying yellow dentin, and dentin grows reducing the size of your pulp chamber. These age-related changes can cause a tooth look darkened or gray. We may recommend an alternative cosmetic or restorative procedure to teeth whitening to get your smile back to a bright shade of white.
"I am totally pleased with his work, the cosmetic effects, and his gentle painless numbing process... Why not use the best?"
Shahin Yousefzadeh
2020
I am myself a dentist and finding Dr. Han for my own treatment was a blessing. He and his staff were nothing short of amazing. Dr. Han is very detail oriented and was extremely patient with me and my expectations. He went above and beyond to make sure I was satisfied with my treatment results. He is a periodontist and prosthodontist which is the best of two worlds when it comes to analyzing and treating the entire range of implant therapy from individual tooth replacement to complex full mouth reconstruction. Look no further Dr. Han is the best.
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Susan Rees
2019
I have been a patient of Dr. Han for almost four years. At my age, I have needed many procedures, some simple, some very complex. I am totally pleased with his work, the cosmetic effects, and his gentle painless numbing process. Dr. Han is a painstaking, thorough, highly trained dentist. He is very scientific in his approach, but also spends the time to explain all procedures and conditions to me. His staff is also very welcoming, but very professional, promptly preparing and submitting all of my insurance papers for me.
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