Teeth Whitening
For a brighter, whiter smile
For a brighter, whiter smile
The safe and simple way to a brighter, whiter smile. There are a number of reasons teeth can lose their natural whiteness, including diet, ageing, certain medications, smoking, certain food and drink, and trauma.
Teeth whitening is a safe, chemical process that can brighten teeth and eliminate discolouration.
We offer both in-surgery whitening and whitening kits which you can take home and do yourself. Home kits include whitening trays that are custom-made from impressions of your teeth. These are worn daily with a bleaching gel, for a specified length of time.
Once you’ve completed the course of treatment (normally a couple of weeks), you will come back for a follow-up appointment so we can check the results.
Frequently Asked Questions about teeth whitening
Can I have teeth whitening if I have crowns, veneers or dentures?
What is ‘internal’ whitening?
This is when a whitening agent is placed inside a discoloured tooth that has had root canal therapy, meaning the inner part of the tooth (or ‘pulp’) has been removed and replaced with a rubber filling.
A small hole is drilled into the tooth which we insert the lightening product into and seal with a temporary filling. About a week later we remove the filling and bleach and repeat the process if necessary. When we’ve reached the desired shade, the hole is permanently sealed with a tooth-coloured filling.
How can I maintain my whiter smile at home?
You should avoid certain food and drink that can cause stainings, such as red wine, tea and coffee. Brush your teeth twice a day and maintain good oral hygiene.
Teeth whitening isn’t permanent, but home whitening trays can be reused if you need a top-up.