A brighter smile is one of the fastest, most affordable improvements you can make — and at Thrive Dental & Orthodontics in Dallas, every new patient receives complimentary custom whitening trays included with their first visit. No conditions, no upsell required. Just professional custom trays fabricated from a precise Medit digital scan of your teeth, paired with professional-strength whitening gel, included from day one.
We’re on the corner of Frankford and Preston Road. Our chandelier lobby has complimentary coffee, tea, and water. Every treatment room has two TVs with Netflix, comfort headphones, a pillow and blanket, and a warm towel after every procedure. And if you want faster results than take-home trays provide, we offer Zoom in-office whitening — dramatic results in about 60 minutes in the chair.
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Every new patient at our Dallas location receives complimentary professional custom whitening trays — fabricated from a precise Medit digital scan of your teeth and paired with professional-strength whitening gel. Included with your new patient visit at no additional charge.
What makes custom trays different from over-the-counter strips is precision. The Medit scanner captures the exact contours of your teeth — the resulting trays fit perfectly, holding whitening gel consistently against enamel and away from gum tissue. Even coverage. Professional-strength concentration. Results that strips simply can’t match.
For patients who want to maintain brightness long-term, refill gel is available at follow-up visits. Your custom trays last for years with proper care.
The American Dental Association recommends dentist-supervised whitening for safety and effectiveness. Here’s the practical difference:
Concentration. Professional whitening gel — both take-home and Zoom — uses significantly higher peroxide concentrations than any over-the-counter product. Faster results, more uniform whitening, fewer sessions required.
Precision fit. Custom Medit-scanned trays hold gel consistently against enamel and away from gum tissue. Generic strips and trays apply gel unevenly — and gel contacting gum tissue causes irritation without improving results.
Pre-whitening exam. We check for active decay, gum disease, and existing restorations before any whitening begins. Whitening over untreated decay or without knowing about existing crowns or veneers leads to poor results or unnecessary sensitivity. Our Dallas team addresses all of this at your new patient exam before trays are delivered.
Supervised sensitivity management. Some patients experience temporary sensitivity during whitening. We use desensitizing protocols to minimize this and adjust the approach for patients with existing sensitivity. Over-the-counter users manage this on their own with no clinical guidance.
Custom-fabricated take-home whitening trays are the most accessible professional whitening option — and at our Dallas office, they’re included with your new patient visit at no charge. You whiten at home on your own schedule — typically 30–60 minutes per session over one to two weeks to reach your full result.
The key advantage over any drugstore alternative is fit. The Medit intraoral scanner captures a precise 3D model of your teeth — the trays are fabricated to your exact tooth contours, holding gel evenly across every tooth surface without the mess, slipping, or uneven results of generic boil-and-bite trays or strips.
For patients who want faster results — before a wedding, job interview, reunion, or important event — Zoom in-office whitening delivers dramatic brightness in a single appointment at our Dallas office.
Zoom uses professional-grade whitening gel activated by a specialized light — significantly stronger than take-home concentration and capable of whitening multiple shades in one session. The appointment runs approximately 60 minutes. You spend the entire time in your own private treatment room with two TVs, Netflix, comfort headphones, and a pillow and blanket — making the session genuinely comfortable from start to finish. A warm towel ends the appointment.
Zoom whitening is not included in the complimentary new patient offer — it’s available as a separate service. For patients with an upcoming event or who want the fastest possible result, it’s the most effective single-session option available. Ask our Dallas team about current pricing.
Being clear about this saves patients time and money:
Whitening works on: Natural tooth enamel — including surface staining from coffee, tea, red wine, tobacco, certain foods, and natural aging. These respond well to peroxide-based whitening.
Whitening does not work on: Existing crowns, veneers, porcelain restorations, or composite fillings. These materials don’t change color with whitening products. If you have visible restorations on front teeth, color coordination needs to be part of your plan — we whiten natural teeth first and match any new restorations to the whitened shade.
Whitening is less effective on: Intrinsic staining from tetracycline antibiotics, fluorosis, or developmental issues originating inside the tooth rather than on the surface. These cases benefit more from porcelain veneers or composite veneers than whitening alone. Our Dallas team gives you an honest assessment at your exam.
Sensitivity. Temporary tooth sensitivity for one to two days is common. We use desensitizing protocols to minimize it. Patients with existing sensitivity should mention it before beginning — we adjust accordingly.
Teeth whitening is often the first or final step in a broader smile transformation — and the sequencing matters.
Before cosmetic work. Whiten natural teeth first, then match any veneers, crowns, or bonding to your whitened shade. Doing it in the wrong order means restorations that don’t match your natural teeth after whitening. Our Dallas cosmetic dentistry team coordinates the sequencing as part of any complete smile plan.
After orthodontic treatment. Just finished braces or Invisalign in Dallas? Whitening is the natural finishing touch — straightened teeth plus a brighter shade is a comprehensive smile upgrade. Your custom trays are already included as a new patient — if you received them when you started, your Medit scan is on file and refill gel is available.
As a standalone upgrade. For patients whose only concern is tooth color — no alignment issues, no chips, no gaps — whitening alone delivers a confident improvement at minimal cost. Combined with the free new patient custom trays, it’s the most accessible cosmetic service we offer.
Whitening appointments at our Dallas office happen in a genuinely beautiful environment. Our chandelier lobby with complimentary coffee, tea, and water sets the tone from the moment you arrive. For Zoom in-office whitening — 60 minutes in the chair — two TVs in your private treatment room with Netflix, comfort headphones, a pillow and blanket, and a warm towel at the end make the session as comfortable as any appointment we offer.
We also show your digital X-rays and intraoral photos directly on the treatment room TVs — so if your exam reveals anything worth discussing before whitening begins, you see exactly what we’re seeing in real time. No vague explanations. Your own teeth, on screen, with a clear recommendation.
Nitrous oxide is available for patients who experience anxiety during any dental appointment including whitening. FSA and HSA payment is accepted. Cherry financing is available for Zoom whitening and any other cosmetic services at our Dallas location.
Professional take-home whitening trays are complimentary for all new patients — no insurance involvement needed for this perk.
Zoom in-office whitening is a cosmetic service generally not covered by dental insurance. Cherry financing and in-house payment plans are available. FSA and HSA payment is accepted for many dental services — ask our team about eligibility at your appointment. Our Healthy Smiles Discount Plan at $89/year provides discounted rates on cosmetic services including Zoom whitening — $49/year for each additional family member. Visit our insurance page for details on accepted PPO plans.
Our Dallas office is at 17977 Preston Rd Unit A — on the corner of Frankford and Preston Road, convenient for patients throughout north Dallas and surrounding neighborhoods. We serve patients from Preston Highlands, Preston Road, Lake Highlands, Uptown, and Oak Lawn.
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Hours: Monday–Thursday 10am–6pm · Friday 10am–5pm
Yes — completely free, no conditions. Every new patient at our Dallas location receives custom whitening trays fabricated from a Medit digital scan of their teeth, plus professional-strength whitening gel, included with their new patient visit.
Zoom whitening cost varies — ask our Dallas team at your consultation for current pricing. Cosmetic procedures are generally not covered by dental insurance, but Cherry financing and in-house payment plans make treatment accessible. FSA and HSA payment is accepted.
Most patients brighten multiple shades. Results vary based on the type and depth of staining — surface stains from coffee, tea, and wine respond most dramatically. Zoom produces faster and more dramatic initial results than take-home trays. Our Dallas team sets honest expectations at your exam based on your specific situation
Some patients experience temporary sensitivity for one to two days. We use desensitizing protocols to minimize this. Patients with pre-existing sensitivity should mention it before beginning.
Yes — always whiten first, then match the restoration to your whitened shade. Porcelain and composite don’t respond to whitening products, so whitening after a restoration is placed creates a color mismatch. Our Dallas cosmetic team coordinates the sequencing automatically.
Yes — our Dallas office uses the Medit intraoral scanner for all tray fabrication. No impressions, no putty. The scan is more accurate than any physical impression and produces a tray that fits precisely.
Nitrous oxide is available at our Dallas office for patients who experience anxiety during any dental appointment.
Your brightest smile starts here — and the custom trays are already included with your first visit.
Book your new patient appointment at Thrive Dental & Orthodontics Dallas — corner of Frankford and Preston Road. Or call (214) 306-8088.
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