Love the idea of a whiter smile? No more hiding behind your hand when you laugh – get ready to flaunt those pearly whites proudly!
If you’re unhappy with the colour of your teeth, our experienced dentists can help you say goodbye to yellow teeth! We have a number of whitening treatments available, book a consultation to find out what treatment is best for you.
Interested in teeth whitening? Get in touch today to book a consultation!
There are numerous reasons why our teeth discolour throughout our life. The most common ones are:
Highly coloured foods & drinks (e.g. coffee)
Using particular antibiotics as a child
Smoking
Aging teeth discolour
If you’re unhappy with the general appearance of your teeth book a consultation with one of our friendly dentists. At the appointment they will assess your teeth and learn your desired outcomes; before creating a treatment plan designed to suit to you and your budget.
It’s important to note that teeth whitening is most effective on clean and healthy surfaces. You should always have your teeth checked before starting any whitening treatment.
There are three main types of whitening:
In-Chair Teeth Whitening
Our professional whitening products use much higher concentrations of bleach than store-bought versions, meaning faster and longer-lasting results. We offer the latest in cosmetic whitening technology with in-chair whitening using Phillips Zoom WhiteSpeed technology.
Our in-chair whitening treatment is completed in one appointment, and results are instant. It combines a patented whitening gel with a unique blue LED lamp to boost the brightness of your smile by up to eight times.
Custom Take-Home Whitening
We also offer custom take-home whitening kits to whiten your teeth at home. This method involves wearing custom trays, and the final result takes approximately 7-10 days. You can also choose to combine in-chair whitening with a personalised take-home kit to brighten your smile even more!
Store-Bought Products
Store-bought products contain far less concentrated materials than what a dentist can prescribe or use in-chair. This means you’ll need to use these kits for a lot longer and with regular frequency to get noticeable results. If you choose to use store-bought whitening products, we strongly recommend you book a consultation. It’s important that before any teeth whitening products are used, the cause of your tooth discolouration is determined, and it’s checked that there’s no decay that needs addressing – no one wants bleach in an open wound.
Our Phillips Zoom WhiteSpeed technology combines a specialized gel with a blue LED lamp, brightening your smile by up to eight times. It targets stains caused by red wine, cigarettes, tea, and coffee for exceptional results.
Pre-Treatment Consultation: Before whitening, we assess your dental health, discussing your expectations. Treatment plans vary based on individual needs. We recommend a dental check-up and cleaning for optimal results. Addressing any dental work beforehand is important to prevent sensitivity.
Pre-Treatment Care: Preparing for whitening involves using a sensitive toothpaste and Tooth Mousse in the week before your appointment to enhance protection.
The Whitening Experience: We safeguard your gums and other sensitive areas before applying a concentrated hydrogen peroxide gel. This gel breaks down stains within the enamel. The Zoom WhiteSpeed Whitening LED light accelerates this process, customizable for your comfort. The dentist repeats this up to three times, considering your desired shade and sensitivity.
After Care: Some may experience mild tooth sensitivity for up to 24 hours post-treatment. Relief ACP gel helps reduce this. Using customized bleach trays or sensitive toothpaste afterwards is recommended. For extended brightness, consider our take-home whitening kit for touch-ups and long-term results.
How long the teeth whitening lasts depends on several factors, including your diet, medications and whether you smoke. It can also depend on your particular discolouration; generally, those with yellow-coloured teeth see better results than those with brown or grey teeth. As a rule of thumb, you can expect in-chair teeth whitening results to last between one and three years.
Most concerns with teeth whitening side effects stem from improper use of over-the-counter kits. If directions aren’t followed closely, bleach can touch-sensitive areas in the mouth, such as the gums, cheeks and lips, and cause itching, redness and pain.
That’s why in-chair teeth whitening is so highly recommended. It’s conducted within the controlled environment of our dental surgery and performed by one of our experienced dentists, with appropriate guards in place to protect your gums and skin.
There is a chance that tooth whitening will cause sensitivity. Usually, with appropriate aftercare, this sensitivity will dissipate in the following days. However, if you suffer from already sensitive teeth, this may not be an appropriate treatment for you. In this case, you may want to discuss other solutions for discoloured teeth, such as veneers, crowns and dentures.
Teeth whitening isn’t always the most appropriate course of action for fixing discoloured teeth. Sometimes the underlying cause can’t be fixed with bleach and other avenues will need to be explored for a whiter smile. That’s why it’s important that you have a whitening consultation before deciding to move forward with any whitening treatment.
Certain types of teeth staining may not respond to whitening procedures particularly well. Generally, whitening works best on yellow stains and not so well on grey surface stains.
If your teeth are discoloured but teeth whitening is not deemed appropriate, don’t despair – there are always other options, such as composite or porcelain veneers.
Come and see one of our helpful dentists so you can make an informed choice and save yourself time and trouble. Whatever your goals, we look forward to meeting to find the teeth whitening option that’s right for you!
Did you know we have flexible payment options available? You can pay for your weekday and Saturday dental treatment with Zip, Afterpay or National Dental Plan. Dental treatments are important to your overall health, and it’s best to get that toothache sorted as soon as possible. With ZipPay, AfterPay and National Dental Plan, the benefits include: .
Interest free
Flexible payments
No deposit
Whatever your goals or needs, we’d love to talk to you further about the teeth whitening options our practice offers. To make a teeth whitening consultation please call 07 3862 8300 or book online.
Our clinic services the following suburbs: Aspley, Boondall, Bald Hills, Bracken Ridge, Bridgeman Downs, Carseldine, Fitzgibbon, North Brisbane, Strathpine and Zillmere
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