Take-home and in-chair teeth whitening
Teeth Whitening at Strathfieldsaye
Teeth Whitening at Strathfieldsaye
At Strathfieldsaye, we strive to help our patients achieve radiant smiles. We provide convenient take-home teeth whitening kits designed to to restore shine and lustre to teeth.
Your dentist in the Strathfieldsaye area can recommend or offer teeth whitening treatments that are best for your needs. From whitening trays to applied whiteners, as well as other forms of whitening treatments, you can discuss the type that you prefer for your lifestyle needs.
For example, you might want the dentist to provide the treatment once every few months, or you may prefer doing it yourself at home.
This sought-after dental treatment is effective in removing stains and discolouration as well as lighten pigmentation within tooth enamel.
It is important to follow the instructions that you are given to get the best result.
Teeth whitening options
In-chair teeth whitening
In-chair teeth whitening requires one or more visits to a dental practice. You’ll be in the dental chair for about an hour while your dentist applies a professional-grade whitening solution to your teeth.
Depending on the type of solution used, your dentist may also use a bright light to maximise results. Following the application of the solution, your dentist will provide directions for avoiding staining your teeth for the following day or two, then offer general advice to help keep your teeth white in the long term.
Take-home teeth whitening
An alternative option to in-chair whitening is a take-home whitening kit that includes custom dental trays and whitening gel. Your dentist will provide instructions for applying your whitening gel to achieve the desired results.
In most cases, it takes longer to achieve results with at-home whitening kits because they are less potent. However, patients often like the convenience of whitening their teeth at home.
How does take-home teeth whitening work?
The total length of the home bleaching treatment can vary depending on how discoloured your teeth are and the shade you want to achieve. Generally, the process takes two to four weeks.
Your dentist with work with you to create custom trays, similar to thin mouthguards, tailored to your teeth.
Rest assured, during your initial visit, your dentist will take impressions to create these trays. Once the trays are ready, you will receive a professional-grade whitening gel and a detailed regimen to follow at home.
This involves applying the whitening gel regularly over the course of two to four weeks. Your dentist will provide specific instructions on how long to keep the trays in place to achieve optimal results.
What to consider when getting your teeth whitened
Have you tried whitening toothpaste and other products promising pearly whites, but you're not seeing results?
It might be important to start asking yourself if professional teeth whitening might make the difference you've been looking for:
- Does the condition of your teeth adversely affect your self-esteem?
- What method of teeth whitening fits best in your budget?
- How does your schedule align with the different choices for teeth whitening?
- What level of whitening do you want?
- Do you have any underlying health problems?
- What process for teeth whitening makes the most sense for your schedule and household situation?
Your dentist will want to know your answers to these questions, so be sure to think about your goals and budget before you attend a teeth whitening consultation.
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Interested in teeth whitening?
Dental whitening can make a massive difference for a person with discoloured teeth. If you are tired of having dull, yellow teeth, contact our friendly team and schedule a consultation.
Frequently asked questions
Typically, teeth whitening is a safe treatment, especially when completed by a trained professional. However, there are some minor, short-term side effects that some patients may notice.
- Increased tooth sensitivity
- Tingling of the gums
- Skin irritation if the gel comes into contact with your skin
- Irritated throat if you ingest the gel
Speak to your dentist if you experience any of these symptoms.
The effects of teeth whitening will last anywhere from 6 months to 2-3 years. The whitening effects will fade sooner if you smoke, don’t brush and floss often, and consume staining substances such as red wine and coffee.
It will last longer if you minimise these substances and take good care of your oral health.
Teeth whitening costs vary depending on the treatment you choose, the condition of your teeth, and your health fund cover. Give our friendly team a call today for more information on costs.
No. Teeth whitening is a procedure that lightens the enamel of your natural teeth via a gel. This does not affect the colour of dental crowns, veneers, or composite resin (white fillings).
If you wish for a crown, veneer, or fillings to match the colour of your teeth; you will need to discuss this with your dentist as additional work may be required.
Teeth whitening is not recommended for children under the age of 16, those with dental issues such as gum disease or cavities, and anyone who is pregnant.
Your dental professional can help you determine if you are a good candidate for teeth whitening.