Do you feel self-conscious when you smile? Do you wish your smile looked brighter in photos? If you’re lacking confidence when it comes to your teeth, then teeth whitening could be the answer. This popular cosmetic dental treatment is one of the fastest and most effective ways to inject a bit of confidence into your grin.
This cosmetic treatment uses bleaching agents to whiten the teeth, leaving them looking brighter and better than ever. The exact way this is achieved differs from treatment to treatment, but in most cases, either hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide is safely applied to the teeth, where they penetrate the enamel and break down the discoloured particles.
This will depend on which treatment system you use, but many of them utilise at home whitening trays and gels which you’ll wear every day for a few hours or overnight for a duration of two weeks. In some cases, you may also choose an in-practice treatment for the ultimate finish.
Which products do you use?
At Diamond Dental Care, we’ve chosen to work with Boutique Whitening, Enlighten Evolution, and Pola Whitening to help bring our patients their whitest smile yet.
This varies from patient to patient and can depend on the shade of your teeth at the start of the treatment. However, if you choose to use Enlighten Evolution, they are the only company able to guarantee a B1 shade finish.
This can vary from treatment to treatment, but most at-home treatment systems get to work in two weeks.
If you’re interested in learning more about this treatment or would simply like to book an appointment with us here at Diamond Dental Care, simply select your preferred contact method. You can call us on 01375 373 409 to speak to our front of house team, if you prefer you can WhatsApp us on 07832 639 145.
When whitening is prescribed and supervised by a dental professional, it is a safe and effective way to brighten natural teeth. Your dentist will first check that your teeth and gums are healthy enough for whitening.
Temporary sensitivity is a common side effect of whitening. The likelihood and severity vary between patients, and your dental team can advise on ways to minimise sensitivity and adjust treatment if needed.
Results vary depending on your starting shade, the cause of discolouration and how your teeth respond to treatment. Your dentist can explain what is realistically achievable for your smile.
No. Whitening changes the colour of natural tooth structure but does not whiten existing crowns, veneers, fillings or composite bonding. If you have restorations, your dentist can advise on the best order of treatment.
Whitening is not permanent. How long the result lasts depends on factors such as diet, smoking, oral hygiene and your individual teeth. Many patients choose occasional top-up whitening.
Your dental team may recommend limiting strongly coloured foods and drinks for a period after whitening, particularly while the teeth are more prone to staining. Tea, coffee, red wine, curry and tobacco can contribute to staining.
The frequency of whitening and top-up treatment should be based on the whitening system used and your dentist’s advice. Whitening too frequently can increase the risk of sensitivity and irritation.
Both are dentist-supervised whitening options, but they use different products and protocols. Enlighten is a premium whitening system designed for a highly predictable result, while 360 is a professional home-whitening system using custom-made trays. Your dentist can recommend the most appropriate option for you.
The number of syringes and timing of top-ups vary according to the whitening system, your starting shade and how you maintain your result. Your practice can provide current pricing and advise when a top-up is appropriate.
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