A confident smile can brighten any day, but maintaining your teeth’s whiteness over time can be challenging. Coffee, tea, red wine, and even healthy foods like berries can gradually wear down your enamel and leave behind stains. That’s why Smile Hilliard offers something special to help you enjoy a brighter, more radiant smile year after year — our Free Whitening for Life Program.
Dr. Rachel Sanyk and our team at Smile Hilliard take pride in helping every patient feel truly confident about their smile. This unique program is our way of saying thank you for being part of the Smile Hilliard family. If you’ve ever wished for an easy and affordable way to keep your teeth white in the long term, this program was designed with you in mind.
What Is Smile Hilliard’s Free Teeth Whitening for Life Program?
The name says it all: it’s Free Whitening for Life. Every adult patient who keeps up with their regular six-month dental visits receives complimentary at-home professional whitening treatments — for life. It’s that simple.
We believe in rewarding healthy habits. By maintaining your routine cleanings and exams, you’re already protecting your oral health, preventing tooth decay, and helping us monitor for early signs of gum disease or other concerns. As an added benefit, you also gain access to our professional-grade whitening system, allowing your smile to stay as bright as it is healthy.
Dr. Sanyk created this program to make professional teeth whitening accessible and convenient for patients who want lasting results without the high cost of frequent in-office treatments. It’s one of the many ways our team builds long-term relationships centered on care, comfort, and trust.
How Does the Free Whitening for Life Program Work?
When you join our Free Whitening for Life Program, you’ll receive Opalescence Go, a trusted professional whitening product designed for at-home use. This system uses a powerful yet safe hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide whitening gel, the same active ingredients found in in-office treatments, but in concentrations appropriate for at-home application.
Here’s how it works:
- Join the program: You become eligible once you’ve completed your comprehensive exam, x-rays, and your professional teeth cleaning.
- Get your First Kit: We’ll provide you with your Opalescence Go trays and a short tutorial on how to use them.
- Maintain your visits: Continue attending your routine dental checkups every six months, and you’ll receive free whitening tray refills for life.
The trays are pre-filled with the ideal amount of whitening gel, eliminating guesswork and messy cleanup. Simply wear them as instructed, and you’ll see noticeably whiter teeth after just a few uses. Since the trays are disposable, you can enjoy a fresh and sanitary application each time.
Why Patients Love Opalescence Go
Not all whitening treatments are created equal. Many over-the-counter whitening strips and whitening toothpaste options contain lower concentrations of hydrogen peroxide, which may yield minimal results or uneven whitening. Opalescence Go offers the convenience of an at-home treatment with the strength of a professional whitening formula, giving you the best results safely and efficiently.
Patients love Opalescence Go because:
- It’s easy to use — no impressions or custom trays required.
- It provides even coverage across every tooth surface.
- The results look natural and long-lasting.
- The formula contains potassium nitrate and fluoride to reduce tooth sensitivity and strengthen enamel.
Dr. Rachel Sanyk often recommends Opalescence Go to patients who want professional results without the hassle. It’s backed by science, easy to use, and delivers a noticeably brighter smile in just a few days.
In-Office Whitening Options for Even Faster Results
If you’re looking for a more dramatic transformation in less time, Smile Hilliard also offers Opalescence Boost, a professional in-office whitening treatment that can brighten your smile by up to five shades in a single visit. This powerful bleaching agent is carefully applied and monitored by our dental team to ensure comfort and precision.
Unlike store-bought whitening products that rely on inconsistent formulas, in-office treatments use stronger bleaching gels and specialized techniques to target even the most stubborn surface stains. Many patients choose to combine Opalescence Boost with the Free Whitening for Life Program — using the in-office treatment to jumpstart their whitening journey, then maintaining their results at home.
No matter which option you choose, you can trust that Dr. Sanyk and the Smile Hilliard team will guide you toward the best way to achieve your goals while keeping your teeth and gums healthy.
Tips to Keep Your Smile Bright Between Treatments
Even the best whitening procedures can fade over time if your teeth are exposed to frequent staining. Fortunately, a few simple habits can help maintain your teeth’s whiteness and protect your tooth enamel for years to come.
Here’s what we recommend:
- Use an ADA-approved whitening toothpaste: Look for one that contains fluoride and gentle stain-removal agents to help prevent discoloration.
- Avoid foods and drinks that stain, such as coffee, tea, cola, red wine, berries, and chocolate. If you enjoy them, rinse your mouth with water afterward.
- Skip tobacco: Smoking and other tobacco products can cause deep brown stains and increase your risk of gum disease and oral health issues.
- Stay consistent with oral hygiene: Daily brushing and flossing reduce plaque buildup and help your whitening results last longer.
Small lifestyle adjustments can make a big difference. If you notice your tooth color fading or experience sensitive teeth, discuss adjustments to your whitening routine or additional whitening treatments with Dr. Sanyk.
Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Start
With the holidays approaching, there’s no better time to brighten your smile. Whether you’re taking family photos, attending celebrations, or simply wanting to feel more confident, a fresh, white smile can help you look and feel your best.
Since the Free Whitening for Life Program is ongoing, starting now means you’ll have your whitening trays in time for the season — and every year to come. It’s an easy and uplifting way to treat yourself while maintaining your regular dental care.
At Smile Hilliard, we love seeing how a renewed smile can boost a person’s confidence and happiness. Our patients often tell us how much they enjoy seeing their reflection after their whitening treatments, and we’re proud to offer a program that makes this experience accessible to everyone.
Join Smile Hilliard’s Free Whitening for Life Program
We love seeing our patients feel confident in their smiles. If you’re ready for yours to shine a little brighter, schedule your next appointment with Dr. Sanyk and the Smile Hilliard team. We’ll make sure your smile looks and feels its very best.
