Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening has become an extremely popular cosmetic dentistry treatment. Designed to make teeth appear whiter and brighter, teeth whitening treatments can be performed either at home or in the practice.

They target and penetrate the surface enamel of the teeth, breaking down any discoloured molecules present using hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide.

First, you’ll decide whether you want a home-based treatment or a combination approach that uses both a home-based system and a final in-practice session. For home-based treatments, you’ll wear a specially formulated whitening gel in custom-made whitening trays at home for either a few hours daily or overnight.

Our teeth naturally darken with age and this discolouration can be worsened by lifestyle and dietary choices such as smoking, drinking red wine, tea, and coffee, and consuming pigmented foods. It can also be influenced by oral health conditions. Teeth whitening is a straightforward, non-invasive treatment that can enhance and improve your smile, leaving you feeling more confident.

This varies from person to person and depends on factors such as diet and lifestyle, as well as genetics. While we can’t predict exactly how much whiter your teeth will become, patients who undergo teeth whitening consistently feel much more confident and happier about their smile afterwards.

Again, this depends on lifestyle and dietary factors and varies from person to person. The results can last from several months up to three years. We can provide guidance on how to maintain your brighter smile, and there are top-up options available when required.