Teeth whitening

Teeth whitening or teeth bleaching is a simple and safe process that uses either of two bleaching products — hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide. The whitening products break the stains into smaller pieces without damaging your enamel, making the stains less concentrated and your teeth appear whiter and brighter.

If you’re considering teeth whitening, it is prudent to know all the facts about the treatment and what to expect before you opt for it. You should also check with your dentist to ascertain if you’re a candidate for teeth whitening and to determine the best whitening method for your unique situation. Your dentist can discuss your whitening goals, dental history, and budget with you to customise a treatment plan that gives you the beautiful smile you want.

If your teeth and gums are in excellent condition, a home whitening treatment should suffice. The kit is easy to use, convenient and effective.

Professional solutions used by your dentist during an in-office teeth whitening treatment are typically stronger than the home whitening kits, so your teeth may whiten more quickly. They can also make sure that sensitive gums don’t get more irritated.

Yes, it is very important that we see all patients prior to booking the whitening appointment. We also highly recommend that you have a cleaning before whitening. During your initial teeth whitening consultation, our clinicians will evaluate your teeth and gums to see if you will benefit from the treatment. They will review your concerns, expectations and lifestyle to determine the best whitening option that will work best for you. It’s also important to check for decay or any major sensitivities before getting your teeth whitened. Your hygienist will also note existing dental works like crowns, fillings and veneers which will not respond to the whitening procedure.

The entire in-office teeth whitening treatment can take up to 2 hours. We will take impressions of your teeth for custom-fitted home trays and do necessary preparations for gum protection, followed by the application of the whitening gel. A special light/lamp may or may not be used. Most of our patients listen to music or watch TV while they’re getting their teeth whitened, others even fall asleep throughout their treatment.