Cosmetic Dentistry
Teeth Whitening
What is a Teeth Whitening?
Teeth Whitening is the easiest and quickest way to dramatically improve the appearance of your teeth. It is a safe and simple procedure that will improve the shade of your teeth.
There are many factors in everyday life that may affect the colour of our teeth and this is why whitening has become increasingly more popular over time, with more and more people choosing to whiten their teeth. It can boost your confidence by removing surface staining and lightening the internal colour of your teeth without compromising any of the natural tooth structure.
Duration
30 minutes
Appointments
3
Anaesthetic
No
+ What are the Benefits?
- Whitens teeth for up to 16 shades lighter
- Simple and easy process completed by a General Dentist Council registered dentist.
- Works quickly with a noticeable difference
+ What are the disadvantages?
- Can cause some sensitivity (although this can be managed with sensitive toothpaste provided)
- Must avoid certain food such as red wine and coffee for optimum result
- Takes up to 4 weeks from first appointment for treatment completion
+ What is the Process?
The procedure involves taking a mould of your teeth first which is then used to manufacture special patented sealed whitening trays at a labratory. Apporxomiately 7-10 days later you will be given your whitening trays and 14 days supply of the deep bleaching Enlighten gel. You wear the trays with the gel overnight for 14 days. Following this you will come into the surgery for a In-surgery Enlighten power whitening session.
Enlighten is the newest whitening gel on the market coming from the United States. It is a combination gel which can guarantee results of up 16 shades lighter.
