Smiling Bright

Greatest place to whiten your teeth in a hurry! My go to! Clean environment. Great Staff! Love it!!!

I’ve had three treatments here and each one was great! My teeth are noticeably whiter and the staff is extremely friendly. I will definitely be back for another round in a few months. I’m

I had an appointment at 12.30pm and I had to wait 10 minutes until someone came out from the back room. I’d like to thank someone who called Smiling Bright at 12.40, otherwise, I wasn’t sure how long I had to wait.
I forgot my headphone at home so I couldn’t listen to the music while I was getting the treatment. Anyway, I love the result. My boyfriend came to pick me up and said that my teeth are much whiter. I’m so happy and can’t wait to go back again in few months.

I saw a deal and came in here without pre purchasing the deal. There are a lot of deals for this place-​which was good but which also makes me nervous-​because psychologically we associate higher price with better results, which is not always the case and certainly wasn’t the case here.
I didn’t pre-​purchase any deal so I wasn’t losing money if I ran out of time on my trip (I need to find something similar to this in LA) also, it’s better to just pay a business cash, especially small businesses bc deals are for advertising, getting repeat clients and they make less than 50 percent of the already low price of most deals. My dad was a business owner so I think about things like not charging with a credit card and causing the merchant a fee, etc.
Anyway, my teeth: I drink a lotta tea. Apparently the worst thing you can do if you want a white grin. So they put this piece of plastic in my mouth and while I didn’t take pics I’m sure I looked something similar to Hannibal Lecter in transportation gear. It wasn’t too uncomfortable though. Then they put in this heavily peroxide coated plastic tray, gave me some sunglasses, aimed a laser at my mouth and I read a Vanity Fair for about 40 minutes. I spit it all out, threw it all away (so relieved because some high-​cost dentists try and re-​use equipment) and compared it to the chart. I had reached the lightest shade in under an hour for under 100. Not Friend’s episode white, but pretty close. I almost skipped this appointment, so glad I didn’t.

Pleased with the results!
I purchased the Groupon ($ 89 for 60 minutes). I didn’t really know what to expect when I went in. My appointment was recorded incorrectly, but they got me in within 15 minutes, since another person didn’t show. My teeth were at least 4 shades whiter and I was very pleased!
Staff was friendly. The actual facility is connected to a Pilates (I think, or yoga) studio, so that was a little confusing and threw me off… getting my teeth whitened but hearing a pilates instructor 10 feet away. Aside from that, clean facility.
Note: I consider myself to have sensitive teeth. I use Crest White Strips (sensitive formulation) and still get that ‘feeling’ after using them. Secondly, I feel like my teeth whiten relatively easily (using white-​strips gets them white just after 3 – 4 uses). Everyone’s teeth whiten differently, so go in w/​that expectation.
The actual process is simple. You go in a room, sit down in a chair and the process beings:
— You’re given Vitamin E swabs to put on your gums (try not to get it on your teeth). They didn’t explain what this was used for, but found out that it’s to protect your gums from the process. Tip: request 2 — one for the top and one for the bottom (I have bigger gums, however).
— You’re then given a plastic ‘mouth spreader’, which is used to spread your mouth open like Steven Tyler from Aerosmith.
— You’re then given the mouthpiece w/​the whitener.
— Finally, they put a bib on you, because YOU WILL DROOL like a dog in front of a plate of bacon! Tip: you can bring your own or request tissues, since the bib isn’t meant to absorb, just protect and collect said drool.
— If you signed-​up for 60 mins, they’ll do this process twice (once to start then again in 30 mins)
ProTips: Bring your headphones. I listened to a podcast and music for the hour — otherwise, you’ll just end up focusing too much on your helpless drooling face. USE THE VITAMIN E! My gums ‘burned’ in a couple spots where I missed and were sensitive for 2 days after. You’ll tell your gums are burned bc they’ll be WHITE in certain spots (it’ll go away after about 20 – 30 mins and go back to your normal color but remain sensitive). Keep your head tilted back a bit to avoid over-​drool and ensure the bib is positioned right, or the drool can go down your chin.
If you’re lucky, the curtain to your room and the one adjacent or across from you will be open just enough to see your fellow neighbor and helpless drooler also looking as strange as you!

So disappointed, this was a waste of money and it burnt my gumline also. The only thing that got whiter was my gums from the hydrogen peroxide.

Teeth are much whiter after two 30 minute sessions. Just don’t brush or floss before you go in.

Parking on the side street was easy which was a plus. The staff is friendly and accommodating. I was serviced less than 5 mins after walking in. I had the 1-​hour titanium service. I was very pleased with the outcome of my whitening service. I will return for service in the future.

If you are looking for a quick easy way to whiten your teeth, then I definitely recommend Smiling Bright. They have 2 locations in the city and the offices are clean and staff is professional. I first tried them over a year ago and was pleased with my results — after just 30 minutes my teeth were 2 – 3 shades whiter. Quick, painless and at a great price. Since then, I have gone several more times for a touch up. I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a touch up or before a special occasion!

I was a bit skeptical of Smiling Bright when I bought the Groupon and read the reviews online but I was pleasantly surprised at the experience and overall results. The staff was friendly and the appointment started on time (which is huge win for me). It was a bit dull sitting in the room with no music/​entertainment for 30 minutes but if you can try use the time to relax, it is just fine. I definitely saw results (3 – 4 shades brighter) and was pleased with the outcome. I am going to see how long it lasts but definitely plan on coming back in the future.

One of the best experiences I had at the South Loop location for teeth whitening. A very clean environment; with friendly, professional staff working there. I went in for a 30 minute session, and I saw quick results that day. Couple days pass and I saw even better results. In my pictures I notice how much change I received from Smiling Bright. I’m very happy with my results, and the service provided to me from South Loop. I will definitely go back to that location for service again!

First review in 2011 was 4 stars. I had such a good experience then that I returned in 2012 AND purchased an additional treatment before I left. I’d forgotten about the additional treatment that I paid for (thank goodness they don’t expire) and purchased still another Groupon in early May 2014 AND a Living Social deal that came up a couple of weeks later. I had a whitening session in 2013 with a different company and was pleased with the results, but the session was in another state.
Fast forward May 2014. I went in for a session prior to going on vacation. I was not pleased with the results and said so at the end of said session. The owner, Kimberley, indicated where she thought I was on the color scale — I immediately disagreed. Do they pick a color darker than your actual shade to cover themselves if the treatment fails???
Kimberley also said, as they all do, that my teeth would continue to whiten over the next 24 hours. Honestly, this time I did not see a noticeable difference. I emailed Kimberley to let her know. You would think a business owner would want to make it right. Especially for a repeat customer who purchased additional treatments! Apparently not this one.
Long story short, the treatment did not work this time. Had I paid $ 150.00 I would be furious! And this owner was not willing to make it right. I see why there are so many reviews (68) for the Lakeview location vs only 16 for the South Loop location. And so many positive comments for David at the Lakeview location.
I could ask Groupon and Living Social for refunds, but instead I will try the other location. I l love the comments about David and how he goes above and beyond, sending customers home with whitening pens or upgrading sessions so that customers leave with the results they desire; generally exceeding expectations.
Read the Lakeview reviews, skip the South Loop location and save yourself some time and aggravation. I will post my impression of the Lakeview location at a later date…

Fantastic Experience!
Got a groupon deal for 49 $. I could not actually believe that my teeth went few shades brighter in 30 minutes. The technician was nice and professional. There was no wait either, they are perfect on time. I purchased that day additional 2 hours. My friends do see results as well! Love it and recommend it!

Pay to park… parking is challenging! It took me a few trips around the block to find parking so make sure you leave your house early!
The place was easy to find. I actually was late to what I thought was my «12:30» appointment. My appointment was actually on the following weekend. Holy screw ups!
The receptionist was super nice and said I could wait ten minutes and take the 1:00 appointment if they didn’t show up. They didn’t (lucky me).
Place is very clean. They share a place with Pilates and Smiling Cleaners.
The process was quick and pretty pain free and shame free (except for some drool). My teeth were 4 shades whiter with only 30 minutes!
I had a Groupon and they offered me the same deal when I left. Of course I got it because I really want another 60 minutes to make the smile perfect!

The procedure/​facility itself is great. You can book appointments online and they are prompt when you arrive.
I had the 30 min. Service twice. A tech sets you up on a room and while boring, it is not painful.
My low stars are because I’d be lying if I said I noticed any difference in my teeth after two sessions. Not even my boyfriend, close friends/​family noticed a difference. They looked at me like, «really? You had your teeth whitened?»
I felt like I wasted my time/​money here.

I just got home from Smiling Bright. I’ve used white strips at home before, but never paid for professional whitening. I was one of the unfortunate people who had bright white spots on my gums after the procedure. However, the girl warned me that this was possible, and after I let her know that my gums were burning a few minutes in, she said I should definitely expect the white spots. They were gone within an hour, like she said.
I’m pleased with the results. My teeth are definitely whiter. I’m dealing with some gum discomfort right now, but nothing worse than burning your gums by biting into some hot pizza. I have no tooth sensitivity.
Megan, the girl who helped me, was very sweet. I did end up buying another session before I left. I wish I didn’t have the discomfort, but overall I’m pleased with my experience.
P. S. I brought my kindle, which made the 30 minutes much more bearable.

If you want your pearly whites shades whiter and your smile looking brand spankin’ new, go to Smiling Bright.
I bought the deal off of Groupon and bought another session before I left because I loved the results so much. How good were the results, you asked? 4, count ‘em 4 shades whiter and I left feeling like the girl from the Orbit commercials. The whole procedure was a piece of cake and the ladies that helped were friendly. I was in and out in a jiffy, leaving time to spend my hard earn birthday money on some new threads.
So, yes-​the procedure uses the device that goes in your cheeks to open your mouth. But if anyone has ever had braces, this shouldn’t be a big deal. I went through 4 years with monthly encounters with «the stretcher» as I liked to call it, with no skin off my nose. Paste tray fit right in, the light was placed over my mouth, I put my headphones in and took a little cat nap.
Yes, my gums were also a little white on the bottom, it went away quickly and they told me that it could happen.
Need I say it again? Beauty is pain-​and this was well worth it.
Two thumbs up for this fine establishment!

The best teeth whitening experience I’ve ever had.
I’ve tried many different avenues to get my teeth truly white with limited success. I found Smiling Bright on Groupon. The place was easy to find, I actually walked from the loop/​river area.
The owner was working the front desk and took time to explain the procedure and walked me through everything. I left gaining several shades of whiteness making my teeth the whitest they have ever been. More effective than any white strips, mouthwash or anything else I’ve purchased from Walgreens.
Great value!

Regular Price: $ 149.99 for 20 min of whitening. Pretty in Pink special: $ 31. Score? Oddly they could only fit me in during lunch, and claimed all after work appointments were completely booked for the month. And it was a week into October. Oh, and just a heads up — they share a space with Posture Perfect Pilates, but from the window you should be able to spot the Smiling Bright sign above the front desk.
Procedure Time:
After filling out some quick paperwork, I was led to a private room and given a finger puppet like device to brush my teeth and a few cotton swabs with liquid to be applied to the gums and lips. I was then given a mouthpiece with the gel already loaded in. Unfortunately it didn’t fit very well, so the gel got all over my gums — not ideal when whitening solution is involved. I was then told to smile and keep my mouth open as much as possible. This became the one time I missed those mouth open thingies I was tortured with during my orthodontist days.
The Results:
Two shades whiter with a side of sensitive teeth and irritated gums, and a little thank god I didn’t pay full price for this. Only the teeth in front were whitened, and there was a distinct lack of whitening close to the gum line. Yup, def missing the orthodontist torture device. Oh, and remember the mouthpiece that didn’t fit? Well, all that bleaching solution on my gums caused them to turn grey and completely peel over the next few days. Luckily, my dentist did not lecture me during the call of shame and told me to just keep coating them with vitamin E, so muchas gracias Dr. Izzo.
Overall, this would’ve been an amazing deal with a correctly sized mouthpiece and cheek retractors. In the end, I’d much rather pay a premium for a place that separately applies the bleaching solution to each tooth to ensure gum safety and has the orthodontist thingies to make sure more than just a few front teeth get brighter.

I’ve had teeth whitening sessions before, most recently with Smiling Bright this afternoon. (I also experienced «Zoom» a couple of months ago, which I found to be ineffective and ridiculously overpriced.)
The results of the Smiling Bright treatment were far better and absolutely worth the price paid! I could see the difference at the office, and my teeth seem whiter still since I arrived home!
The only drawback with Smiling Bright is the level of comfort during the session. You can never really appreciate how long a 30 minute session lasts until you sit in a room with nothing to do except watch the timer count down! Really? Get a few TVs and charge a bit more for the customers who request those rooms. The only other issue — I would like to see the very nice tech use hand sanitizer each time she enters the room since she goes from room-​to-​room attending to and offering instruction to clients.
Other than that, good experience, great value! I will be returning and purchasing additional sessions as gifts.