Drugstore strips didn't work — or worked unevenly.
Strips can lighten mild surface staining, but coverage is often patchy and results fade fast. Custom trays cover every tooth the same way.
Teeth Whitening · Hollister, CA
Several shades brighter, evenly.
Dentist-supervised whitening with custom trays — stronger and more even than drugstore strips, without the guesswork. Planned around your teeth, not a one-size-fits-all kit.
Who this is for
If any of this is you —
The most common reasons patients ask about whitening.
Years of coffee, tea, or wine have caught up with you.
Everyday staining builds up gradually — professional whitening resets it in weeks, not months of DIY kits.
You have an event coming up.
A wedding, a reunion, photos — professional whitening gets you a real, visible result on a real timeline.
You want it done right the first time.
No guessing at concentration or wear time — it's supervised, so you know exactly what you're getting.
Why professional, not drugstore
Custom trays cover every tooth, evenly.
Strips can lighten mild surface staining. Professional whitening uses a stronger, dentist-supervised formula with custom trays that cover every tooth the same way — several shades in weeks instead of months, without the uneven results or gum irritation strips can cause.
Frequently asked
Whitening, answered.
The most common questions we hear at the first consultation.
Is professional whitening worth it over drugstore strips?
Strips can lighten mild surface staining. Professional whitening uses a stronger, dentist-supervised formula with custom trays that cover every tooth evenly — several shades in weeks instead of months, without the uneven results or gum irritation strips can cause.
Does whitening hurt or cause sensitivity?
Some patients notice mild, temporary sensitivity to hot or cold during treatment. Because it's dentist-supervised with a custom tray, we control the concentration and timing to keep this manageable — much more controlled than an over-the-counter kit.
How long do results last?
It depends on your diet and habits — coffee, tea, red wine, and smoking all cause new staining over time. Most patients touch up with their custom trays every several months to maintain results, rather than starting over.
Can everyone get their teeth whitened?
Whitening works on natural tooth enamel — it won't change the color of crowns, veneers, or fillings, which is worth knowing before starting if you have visible restorative work. We'll tell you honestly at your consult whether whitening will give you the result you're picturing.
"I didn't expect it to be this even. Every tooth matched — not just the front ones."Whitening patient · Hollister
See what a few shades actually looks like.
A quick consult tells you whether whitening will get you the result you want — no guessing, no drugstore trial and error.