Why have whiter teeth?

Beautiful brilliant white teeth give you an appealing smile and a healthy and refined appearance. They reflect self-confidence and stand for success, youth and vitality.

What can be done if teeth are dark, stained or discoloured?

Until recently, brightening one's smile meant costly crowns and veneers at the expense of destroying healthy tooth substance. Thanks to progress in modern dentistry teeth can now be bleached with gentle gels. For best results we offer the Deep Bleaching Technique, for those who can't wait Power or Laser Whitening or for an economical approach the Home Bleaching System.

Why do teeth discolour?

Ageing, disease, medication, root fillings, bleeding after accidents can all cause discoloration of teeth.  Coffee, tea, red wine, or tobacco consumption can additionally stain the surfaces of teeth.  Your dentist will diagnose the reasons for stains on your teeth before bleaching.

How can I whiten my teeth?

There a many over the counter whitening toothpastes that will help keep the surface staining down but will not really whiten your teeth. The 3 main whitening treatments we recommend are

1. Deep Bleaching - for the lightest, most predictable and best results
2. Home Bleaching - for good results
3. Power/Laser/In Office Whitening - for an instant result

Deep Bleaching

This is the GUARANTEED way to get your teeth predictably whiter. While home trays are cheap and power bleaching is quick the results are not always as reliable or as dramatic as the Deep Bleaching technique which will whiten even the darkest of teeth and make for the most dazzling smile. First an impression is taken to allow the technician to custom make the deep bleaching trays . Then every night for 14 nights the trays are worn with a gentle whitening gel. On day 15 attend the surgery for a 1 hour session of deep bleaching to get the teeth really white. Results are dramatic and can result in lightening up to 14 shades. To keep that look, wear the trays 1 night every 2 months to keep the teeth looking ultra white. For the Ultimate in tooth whitening choose the Deep Bleaching Technique.

Home Bleaching

  This is the CHEAPEST but none the less an effective method of tooth whitening. First we take an impression of your teeth in order to make a thin plastic bleaching tray individualized to your teeth.  You then fill this tray with bleaching gel and wear it according to the instructions of your dentist, typically 30 to 45 minutes per day.  The gel is thick flowing and safely fixes the tray on your teeth so that it does not move.  After some days you will observe a noticeable brightening effect.  Best results are achieved when the tray is worn regularly over approximately 2 weeks when an average of up to 8 shades lightening can be observed. Temporary Sensitivity is the main problem with this system.

Power Bleaching , Laser Whitening, In Office Whitening.

These are commonly used terms for bleaching the teeth in the dentist's surgery. They are QUICK and CONVENIENT. Quickwhite is one such power bleaching treatment that involves the application of a concentrated gel to your teeth and activation by a special light or laser.  The treatment is performed in the dentists surgery in about 1 hour, and was developed by a former NASA scientist.  Clinical tests have shown the treatment to be both effective and safe.  Improvements of up to 8 shades can be achieved.  Studies have shown that the treatment in no way damages the structure of your teeth.  A small percentage of people can experience some sensitivity for a short time after treatment which then resolves.  If you cannot be bothered with messing around with trays at home and want a quick fix this is the one for you. However for best results you may need to try 2 or 3 sessions depending upon the desired result.

Is bleaching always successful?

The Deep Bleaching Technique is very successful with around 95% of all cases reaching shade B1 or lighter. Results with Home Belching and Power Bleaching can be dramatic but not as predictable. If your teeth are not suitable for bleaching then consider other whitening treatments such as veneers or crowns. These will always give an excellent result but they will need to be replaced every 10 years or so and they can involve preparing the teeth.

Will all my teeth whiten?

Fillings, crowns and veneers will not change colour with bleaching . Look at the last tooth on the top left of the above picture which is a crown. Place your mouse over the picture to see the dramatic results following the Deep Bleaching Technique by Enlighten. If you need new crowns or fillings then get them whitened first.

Will they look too white?

Because the tooth still has its natural shape, character and translucency even very bleached teeth still look natural compared to the opaque whiteness of some smile makeovers using porcelain veneers or crowns. I have never had a single client ever complain about the finished result looking too white. Our Deep Bleaching clients have consistently been the happiest with their treatment.

How much does it cost?

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