ZOOM! TEETH WHITENING AT DENTAL CENTER OF ATHERTON
Your Brighter Smile Starts Here
Experience one of the most effective in-office whitening treatments available. Zoom! delivers dramatic, same-day results with little to no downtime or permanent sensitivity. At Dental Center of Atherton, your Zoom! whitening session happens in a private, calm setting designed to help you relax while your smile transforms.
Why Discerning Patients Choose Zoom! Whitening
Immediate, radiant results: Achieve a noticeably whiter smile, up to 8 shades brighter, in under an hour
Exceptional comfort: Advanced whitening technology minimizes sensitivity while preserving enamel integrity
Clinical precision: Treatments are delivered by experienced professionals with an eye for aesthetics
Every detail of your whitening treatment is personalized. From the strength of the formula to the timing of each session, we ensure beautifully even and lasting results tailored to your smile.
How Zoom! Whitening Works
Zoom! combines a professional-strength whitening gel with a specialized LED light to gently dissolve surface stains and discoloration caused by coffee, wine, aging, or certain medications. You’ll leave our Atherton office with a visibly brighter, refreshed smile, along with a personalized aftercare plan to help maintain your results.
What to Expect :
Pre-treatment care
We carefully prepare your teeth and protect your gums to ensure both comfort and safety.
Precision application
A custom-blended whitening gel is applied and activated under the Zoom! LED light.
Multiple light cycles
The process is repeated across several short intervals, typically 3 - 4 sessions (15 minutes each).
Post-treatment finishing
A soothing gel is applied to reduce any lingering sensitivity and support enamel health.
Is Zoom! Whitening Right for You?
Zoom! whitening is an excellent option for patients who:
Want fast, noticeable results for an event, photoshoot, or everyday confidence
Have yellow or brown surface stains from food, drinks, or smoking
Prefer in-office whitening over take-home trays or strips
Your visit begins with a consultation to evaluate your oral health and determine if Zoom! is the best whitening solution for you.
Zoom! Whitening Transformations:
Before and After
See how dramatically your smile can change in just one visit. Our Zoom! Whitening treatment delivers immediate, visible results—brightening teeth by multiple shades with minimal sensitivity. Explore patient outcomes and imagine the confidence of your own smile transformation.
Personalized Whitening,
Professional Results
At Dental Center of Atherton, your Zoom! whitening treatment is fully customized and never rushed. Our Bay Area team is known for attention to detail, clinical precision, and results that enhance your natural smile.
Whether you're getting ready for a big event, boosting everyday confidence, or simply treating yourself, our personalized approach delivers lasting results and a noticeably brighter smile with Zoom! whitening.
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Book Your Zoom! Whitening Appointment in Atherton
Brighten your smile, and your confidence, in a single visit. Schedule your consultation today with our dental professionals in Atherton. Proudly serving patients in Atherton, Menlo Park, Palo Alto, Redwood City, and the Bay Area.
FAQs About Zoom! Whitening
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With proper oral hygiene, results typically last 12–18 months. Patients who choose our take-home tray option can do touch-ups every 4–6 months to help maintain their bright smile. Many of our Atherton and Bay Area patients keep their results for years by following our personalized care plans and limiting staining foods and beverages.
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Yes. Zoom! Whitening is FDA-approved and performed under the supervision of our highly trained dental team here in Atherton. The formula is designed to safely lift stains while protecting tooth enamel and gum tissue, ensuring exceptional results without compromising your oral health.
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Zoom does not whiten crowns or veneers, but our cosmetic team can recommend options to achieve a beautifully even, natural-looking smile. Many Bay Area patients choose to refresh surrounding teeth and replace older restorations for a seamless result.
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Zoom! Whitening may cause slight to moderate sensitivity during the procedure and for 24-48 hours after the procedure, but it does not cause permanent sensitivity. Their new formulation has been focused on reducing sensitivity, but all whitening products have the potential to cause short term sensitivity around the gums and teeth. If you currently experience sensitive teeth, Zoom! may not be the best option for you.
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We recommend scheduling a professional cleaning beforehand for optimal whitening results. Many of our Atherton patients combine their checkup and whitening in a single visit for convenience and efficiency.
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You’ll leave with a visibly whiter smile and detailed aftercare guidance. For the first 24–48 hours, we advise avoiding coffee, red wine, berries, and other staining foods. We also provide custom take-home trays for many of our Bay Area patients who want to extend their results between visits.
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Yes. Most of our patients choose to refresh their smile every 12–18 months. We’ll recommend a maintenance schedule that aligns with your lifestyle, whether you’re attending milestone events in Silicon Valley or simply maintaining a year-round glow.
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Absolutely. In-office Zoom! offers superior precision, speed, and consistency, with results in about an hour. It eliminates the unpredictability and unevenness of over-the-counter options, making it ideal for Bay Area professionals, brides, and anyone seeking expert-level care.
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No. When performed by our Atherton team, Zoom! is gentle on enamel and clinically proven to effectively lift stains without weakening your teeth.
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Most adults are excellent candidates. For teens under 18 or patients with specific dental work, we’ll recommend safe, effective alternatives. We regularly help patients in their late teens through their 80s achieve brighter, healthier-looking smiles.
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Call our Atherton practice at 650-474-0551 or contact us online. Our Atherton office is just minutes from Stanford, Menlo Park, and Palo Alto, with easy access from El Camino Real or Middlefield Road. Patients also appreciate our private, calm setting and convenient parking.
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