Our professional-grade whitening gel penetrates deeper than anything you can buy at the store, breaking down years of accumulated stains for comprehensive whitening. The results are immediate and dramatically visible.
Our experienced dentists oversee every step of your treatment to ensure maximum whitening while protecting your teeth and gums. No risk of sensitivity or enamel damage from unsupervised home treatments.
Professional whitening typically lasts 1-2 years with proper maintenance, far longer than the temporary results from drugstore products. We provide custom take-home trays for easy touch-ups.
Even with good oral hygiene, certain factors cause deep stains that regular brushing cannot remove. Understanding the source of discoloration helps us deliver optimal whitening results for your specific situation.
Common teeth staining culprits include:
Home whitening products use weaker formulations that take weeks to show minimal results—if they work at all. Professional treatment delivers superior outcomes because we use stronger, more effective ingredients under expert supervision.
Dramatic Results in One Visit: Achieve what home products promise but can't deliver: significant, noticeable whitening in just 60 minutes. No waiting weeks or months to see if the treatment is working.
Even, Complete Coverage: Professional application ensures uniform whitening across all visible teeth, eliminating the streaky, uneven results common with ill-fitting strips or trays.
Customized Treatment Approach: We evaluate your specific type of staining and adjust our technique accordingly, ensuring optimal results whether you have surface stains or deeper intrinsic discoloration.
Getting dramatically whiter teeth doesn't require multiple visits or complicated procedures. Our efficient process transforms your smile in a single appointment at our convenient downtown Miami location.
We'll examine your teeth and discuss your whitening goals to ensure you're a good candidate for treatment. Some types of discoloration respond better to other cosmetic options.
We protect your gums and prepare your teeth for optimal whitening results. The preparation process is quick and completely comfortable.
Professional whitening gel is applied and activated with specialized LED light technology. You can relax with entertainment during the 60-minute treatment session.
See your dramatically whiter smile right away and receive detailed instructions for maintaining your results. We'll provide custom trays for at-home touch-ups when needed.
Dr. Laura Cabrera is the owner and head dentist at Relax and Smile Dental Care. She emigrated from Cuba to Miami, Florida, at the age of 17, where she completed her high school education. She then earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Florida International University. Laura later received her Doctorate in Dental Medicine from the University of Florida College of Dentistry.
After graduating from dental school, Dr. Cabrera completed a General Practice residency program at the UNLV School of Dental Medicine, where she received additional training in advanced dental procedures, including implant placement, hospital dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and conscious sedation.
When she’s not in the office, Dr. Cabrera enjoys outdoor activities, traveling, exploring the city, and spending time with her family. Her husband, Louie, their daughter, Lucia, and their two dogs, Ricky and Stefanie, live nearby—so you might see them pop in from time to time.
Dr. Cabrera and her team are professionally trained and dedicated to providing the best possible experience to leave you relaxed and smiling.
Some patients experience mild, temporary sensitivity that typically subsides within 24-48 hours after treatment. Our experienced team uses desensitizing gel and can adjust treatment intensity to minimize discomfort, making the process much more comfortable than home whitening products.
Most adults with healthy teeth and gums are excellent candidates for professional whitening. However, pregnant or nursing women, patients with severe tooth sensitivity, and those with certain types of dental work may need alternative treatments, which we'll discuss during your consultation.
Professional Zoom! whitening uses clinical-strength gel (15-35% hydrogen peroxide) compared to drugstore products (3-10%), delivering dramatically superior results in one visit versus weeks of daily application. Professional treatment is also monitored for safety and customized to your specific needs.
Yes, professional whitening performed by our qualified Miami dentists is completely safe and FDA-approved. We carefully monitor the entire process, use protective measures for your gums, and adjust treatment intensity based on your comfort level to ensure optimal safety.
Avoid staining substances like coffee, red wine, and tobacco for 48 hours after treatment when your teeth are most porous. Maintain excellent oral hygiene, use a straw for dark beverages, and schedule regular cleanings at our Miami office to extend your results.
Most patients see their teeth become 6-8 shades lighter with our Zoom! whitening system, though results can vary based on your starting tooth color, type of staining, and individual response. During consultation, we'll give you realistic expectations for your specific case.
Our complete Zoom! whitening treatment takes approximately one hour from start to finish, including preparation and post-treatment care instructions. This single visit delivers results that would take weeks or months with at-home products.
Results typically last 1-2 years with proper care and maintenance, significantly longer than over-the-counter products. Factors like coffee consumption, smoking, and wine can affect longevity, but most patients enjoy their bright smile for 12-24 months before needing touch-ups.
Most dental insurance plans consider teeth whitening a cosmetic procedure and don't provide coverage. However, we accept all PPO plans for any dental health components and offer 0% financing through CareCredit, Alphaeon Credit, and Cherry to make treatment affordable.
Yes, we provide professional-strength take-home whitening systems with custom-fitted trays for patients who prefer gradual whitening or want to maintain their in-office results. These are much stronger and more effective than store-bought options while remaining safe for home use.
External stains from coffee, wine, tobacco, and food respond excellently to professional whitening. However, internal stains from medications like tetracycline or fluorosis may require alternative cosmetic treatments like veneers, which we can discuss during your consultation.
Existing dental work like crowns, veneers, and fillings won't change color with whitening treatments. If you have visible dental work, we may recommend replacing it after whitening to match your new brighter teeth, or suggest alternative cosmetic treatments for a uniform appearance.
