Teeth whitening, or simply bleaching, is a straightforward, non-invasive dental solution for changing the color of natural tooth enamel, and to enhance the appearance of your smile.  Getting whiter teeth is considered the most popular esthetic concern for most dental patients. Common reasons for teeth whitening include: Generally, any patient above the age of 10 …

Your smile may gradually lose its sparkle regardless of how thorough your oral hygiene routine is. Although daily brushing and flossing as well as scheduling professional teeth cleanings can help prevent stains, age-related factors such as taking medications, smoking, drinking wine or tea can lead to yellow or brown teeth. Tooth whitening provides a way …

Meet Dr. Sonia Mendez Dr. Mendez received her degree in dental surgery at UCSF in 2004. She worked for 10 years in San Francisco before taking over the practice of Dr. Dean DeRanieri in 2014. She strives to continue to provide excellent dental care to the residents of South San Francisco and its surrounding areas. …