GLO Professional Teeth Whitening Marietta, GA
About GLO Professional Teeth Whitening
A beautiful, healthy, white smile has the power to change your life and make you light up inside and out!
We are proud to be a certified GLO science dental practice, offering our patients the very best teeth whitening experience and results available anywhere – with faster appointments, superior results, and little to no sensitivity.
We offer a variety of GLO teeth whitening options that fit your lifestyle and whitening needs, available exclusively through certified GLO dental practices like ours. Let us customize the best whitening treatment for you!
We provide GLO Professional Teeth Whitening to patients across Marietta, East Cobb, Vinings, and Smyrna, giving you a research-backed way to brighten your smile without the sensitivity that turns most people away from whitening in the first place.
How GLO Professional Whitening Works
GLO combines a warming heat mouthpiece with LED light and a hydrogen peroxide gel formulated with potassium nitrate. The heat gently accelerates the whitening reaction while the closed-system mouthpiece prevents the tooth dehydration that causes zingers and post-treatment sensitivity in older whitening systems. Peer-reviewed research on hydrogen peroxide whitening published in the National Library of Medicine confirms that light and heat activation improves gel penetration into the enamel, breaking down stain molecules more efficiently.
The in-office GLO gel uses 24% or 30% hydrogen peroxide, applied in short 8-minute cycles for a total treatment time as brief as 16 minutes. Take-home GLO products use a milder 10% hydrogen peroxide formulation for gentler results over five to seven days. Both are available only through certified GLO dental practices, not retail stores or online mass sellers.
GLO vs Traditional Whitening Options
Over-the-counter strips and pens can gradually brighten your smile, but they work slowly and rely on saliva contact with soft tissue, which is why so many people quit halfway through. Traditional in-office whitening lamps run hot enough to trigger post-treatment sensitivity in a large share of patients. The GLO closed-system mouthpiece runs at approximately 53°C, warm enough to activate the gel and cool enough to avoid the pulpal inflammation that causes discomfort.
For patients with veneers, composite bonding, or crowns, whitening only affects natural tooth structure. Porcelain and composite materials do not lighten. Dr. Kabani will evaluate your existing restorations before your treatment so you understand which teeth will change shade and which will not. This is a common conversation for anyone considering a broader cosmetic dentistry plan.
What to Expect During Your GLO Appointment
Your GLO in-office session begins with a short exam to confirm your gums are healthy and your teeth are ready for whitening. We recommend a professional cleaning beforehand to remove surface plaque so the gel makes even contact with your enamel.
Once you are prepped, we place a protective barrier over your gum tissue, apply the whitening gel, and insert the GLO mouthpiece. Each cycle runs for 8 minutes, and most patients complete two to four cycles depending on their starting shade and desired result. You can relax, listen to music, or watch a show while the technology does the work. Total chair time is typically under an hour.
Who Makes a Good Candidate for GLO
GLO works well for adults with healthy teeth and gums whose discoloration comes from coffee, tea, red wine, tobacco, or general age-related yellowing. It is not recommended for children under 13, patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding, or people with untreated cavities, active gum disease, or exposed root surfaces. Deep intrinsic stains from certain medications or fluorosis may not respond as dramatically. In those cases, veneers or bonding may deliver a better outcome.
If you have severe sensitivity, the take-home GLO system at 10% hydrogen peroxide is a gentler starting point than the in-office concentrations. Dr. Kabani will help you choose based on your specific goals and comfort.
How Long Your GLO Results Last
Whitening is not permanent, since teeth naturally accumulate stains again over time. Most GLO patients maintain their results for one to three years with good habits: brushing twice daily, avoiding heavy coffee and red wine consumption, and using a take-home touch-up cycle every few months. Smoking dramatically shortens whitening longevity.
We usually recommend a single day of at-home touch-ups (three back-to-back 8-minute applications) once a month, followed by a full 5-to-7-day GLO cycle every six months to keep your smile at its brightest.
Getting Started with GLO in Marietta
Kabani Dental is a certified GLO Science dental practice serving Marietta, East Cobb, Vinings, and Smyrna. Dr. Kabani has over 20 years of experience in cosmetic and restorative dentistry, with 300+ hours of continuing education and training from the Pankey Institute. That background matters when it comes to whitening: protecting existing restorations, matching shades to future cosmetic work, and choosing the right system for your bite and enamel type.
GLO In-Office Whitening
Get dramatically whiter teeth in under an hour in style and comfort – and without pain! The GLO whitening mouthpiece uses a patented combination of warming heat and light technology to speed up the whitening process for safe, clinically proven, professional whitening results with no zingers. Book your appointment today!
GLO Professional Take-Home Whitening Kit
Whiten with professional GLO technology and professional strength whitening gel in the comfort of your own home. Use on its own or to maintain your white smile between in-office treatments. Available exclusively through GLO dental practices like ours. Ask us how to get yours!
GLO Vials – Pro Strength
Just brush on and GLO! The easiest way to whiten on the go. No messy strips, no inconvenient trays, no sensitivity. For use on their own or as refills for the GLO device. Whiten anywhere and any time. Available exclusively through GLO dental practices like ours. Ask us how to get yours!
Frequently Asked Questions About GLO Professional Whitening
How is GLO different from over-the-counter whitening strips?
Over-the-counter strips use hydrogen peroxide at concentrations well below what a dentist can safely apply, and they rely on gel making even contact through a flexible plastic strip. GLO uses a professional-strength gel (up to 30% hydrogen peroxide in-office) inside a closed-system mouthpiece that combines gentle heat with LED light. The result is faster whitening (as quick as 16 minutes in office), better shade improvement (up to 12 shades in clinical results), and dramatically less sensitivity than strips or older tray-based systems.
Will GLO whitening cause tooth sensitivity?
Most patients experience little to no sensitivity with GLO. The mouthpiece runs at approximately 53°C, warm enough to activate the gel but far below the temperatures of older whitening lamps that trigger pulpal inflammation. The gel is also formulated with potassium nitrate, which acts as a desensitizing agent. If you already have sensitive teeth, we may recommend starting with the take-home GLO system at a lower concentration, or pre-treating with a sensitivity toothpaste for two weeks beforehand.
How many shades whiter can I expect with GLO?
Results vary based on your starting shade, the type of staining, and how many treatment cycles you complete. Most patients see 4 to 8 shades of improvement after a single in-office GLO session, and up to 12 shades over a full in-office plus take-home protocol. Coffee, tea, wine, and tobacco stains generally respond very well. Deep intrinsic stains from certain medications or fluorosis may not lighten as dramatically, and Dr. Kabani will discuss realistic expectations before you start.
Can I get GLO whitening if I have veneers, crowns, or fillings?
Whitening only lightens natural tooth enamel. Porcelain veneers, ceramic crowns, and composite fillings do not change shade with any whitening system, including GLO. If you have existing restorations, we will map out which teeth will lighten and which will not, so your smile ends up shade-matched rather than mismatched. In some cases, we recommend whitening first, then replacing older restorations to match your new brighter shade.
How much does GLO Professional whitening cost in Marietta?
GLO Professional whitening pricing at Kabani Dental depends on whether you choose in-office, take-home, or a combination approach. In-office GLO sessions typically run higher than take-home kits because you receive the treatment under professional supervision with the fastest results, while take-home GLO is more affordable and lets you whiten gradually at your own pace. Dental insurance does not cover teeth whitening, since it is considered a cosmetic procedure. We provide exact pricing during your consultation.
How often should I do touch-up treatments?
Most patients maintain their GLO results for one to three years with proper care. We recommend a monthly touch-up day using three back-to-back 8-minute take-home applications, plus a full 5-to-7-day take-home cycle every six months. Habits matter too, since coffee, red wine, and tobacco will accelerate stain buildup. If you notice your shade dropping between touch-ups, come in for a professional cleaning first, then decide whether to add another whitening cycle.
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