Enjoy a brighter smile
It's never been easier to quickly and safely improve the appearance of your smile.
Stained or discoloured teeth can be improved by teeth whitening treatments, which will have a huge impact on your appearance and boost your confidence.
Tooth staining or discolouration can often be caused by:
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drinking black tea or coffee, sugary drinks, or red wine
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eating foods like beetroot, cranberries or blackberries
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smoking tobacco
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taking certain medicines
HERE'S WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM YOUR WHITENING APPOINTMENT
1. PRE-WHITENING EXAMINATION
Whether you choose in-chair whitening or at-home whitening, you will first need to undergo a thorough dental examination, which will:
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identify the cause of your discoloration
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determine whether teeth whitening will be the most suitable and effective solution for you
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assess whether your discoloration might be caused by an underlying dental issue, which should be addressed first.
2. PRE-WHITENING HYGIENE
Once good oral health has been established, and your plan for whitening has been agreed, you'll undergo a hygiene. This helps to remove tartar (superficial staining) so we can whiten your teeth more effectively.
3. WHITENING TREATMENT
You can choose either an in-chair or take-home whitening treatment.
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IN-CHAIR WHITENING: Your dentist will apply a whitening solution and use a bright light to activate the gel.
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TAKE-HOME WHITENING: Your dentist will prepare a take home kit of whitening gel and trays that will be custom-fitted for you to use. Our gels contain fluoride, which re-mineralises the tooth surface to protect against tooth sensitivity.
The effectiveness of treatments vary between individuals.
4. POST-WHITENING CARE
Everyone is different and you may experience teeth and gum sensitivity for a few days after whitening, especially from in-chair treatments. If you feel that you are experiencing sensitivity or other symptoms, you should contact us so that we can advise the best course of action.