Teeth whitening is a cosmetic dental treatment that helps lighten the colour of your teeth and reduce stains caused by food, drinks, smoking, and ageing. It is suitable for many patients who want a brighter smile. A dental assessment helps determine whether whitening is safe and appropriate for you.
You may require teeth whitening if you have dull, discoloured, unevenly coloured teeth.
Teeth that appear yellow over time may benefit from whitening treatment to improve brightness and refresh your overall smile.
Dark drinks can gradually stain enamel, making teeth look dull and discoloured even with regular brushing and cleaning.
Smoking can leave stubborn brown or yellow stains on teeth that may not be removed by normal brushing alone.
As enamel wears down with age, teeth can look darker or less vibrant and may respond well to whitening.
Some teeth may appear darker than others, creating an uneven smile that whitening may help improve in suitable cases.
If your teeth look stained before an important event, whitening may help you achieve a brighter, cleaner-looking smile.
Some stains remain visible even after scaling and polishing, and whitening may help lighten the tooth shade further.
Certain antibiotics or stronger medications in the treatment of certain health conditions can cause intrinsic stains.
Different approaches are used depending on your budget preferences and the condition of your teeth.
In-chair professional teeth whitening uses dental-grade whitening gel to safely lighten tooth stains in a controlled clinical setting.
Scaling and polishing removes plaque, tartar, and light surface stains, helping teeth look cleaner, smoother, and slightly brighter.
Air polishing uses pressurised air, water, and powder to gently remove mild surface stains and plaque from teeth.
Dental crowns cover deeply discoloured teeth, improving colour, shape, and strength when whitening alone cannot achieve the desired result.
A take-home whitening kit uses custom trays and professional gel to gradually whiten teeth safely over several days.
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Your dentist will examine your teeth and gums, discuss your goals, and assess the cause of staining or discolouration. The current tooth shade may be recorded before treatment begins. This helps determine whether whitening is suitable and what type of result may be realistically achieved.
Before whitening, your teeth may be cleaned to remove plaque, tartar, and surface stains. This allows the whitening agent to work more effectively on the tooth surfaces. The gums and soft tissues are also protected carefully so the treatment can be carried out safely.
A professional whitening gel is applied to the teeth in a controlled manner. Depending on the treatment type, this may be done in the clinic or with custom trays for home use. The whitening agent works to lighten the colour of the teeth over the recommended treatment period.
After whitening, your dentist will review the results and advise you on how to maintain your new tooth shade. You may be asked to avoid strongly coloured foods and drinks for a period. Good oral hygiene and regular dental care help prolong the whitening effect.
Maple Dental focuses on creating a comfortable and transparent dental experience for every patient. When you come for your appointment, you benefit from a careful and open approach. There is no hard selling.
Dental care can be scary. We are gentle with you and attempt to reduce any discomfort and minimise pressure on your teeth or gums during treatment.
If you are anxious or sensitive, you will be guided through a calming process. Your comfort matters at every step of the visit.
You will always understand what is being done and why. Every step of the procedure is explained in simple and clear language.
Children, teenagers, adults and seniors all receive custom care according to their needs.
You may feel mild sensitivity during or after whitening. This usually subsides within a day or two. Your dentist can adjust the whitening strength to reduce discomfort.
Results typically last six months to two years depending on your habits. You can maintain your brightness with touch up whitening.
Professional whitening does not damage enamel. It breaks down stains only and is safe when supervised by a dentist.
Most people can whiten safely. However, whitening is not effective for crowns, veneers, fillings or teeth with certain conditions. Your dentist will assess suitability first.There might be conditions that you have to settle before proceeding with whitening which is an aesthetic procedure.
Most patients achieve two to eight shades of improvement depending on stain level and the whitening system used.
Yes. Internal bleaching may be used if the tooth darkened after trauma or a root canal.
In clinic whitening is faster and more powerful. Take home trays offer gradual whitening and help maintain results over time. Many patients choose a combination.
For the first twenty four hours, avoid heavily coloured foods such as curry, red wine, berries and dark sauces to maintain the fresh results.
If the gel touches the gums, mild irritation may occur. Your dentist will place protective barriers to prevent this.
It is usually recommended to postpone whitening during pregnancy or breastfeeding as a precaution.
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