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First of all, whitening toothpaste works by using abrasives to remove stains. This entails that part of your enamel is being removed.

The process also doesn’t actually change the shade/colour of your teeth but simply removes surface stains damaging your teeth in the process. In addition, scraping enamel leads to sensitive teeth, which is highly uncomfortable.

Also, if you go for DIY whitening, there will be many risks. For example, using a non-custom tray can misshapen your teeth or minimise the effectiveness of the whitening products. Some gels are even harmful and abrasive, while others just don’t work.

A non-custom tray can also result in unsafe amounts of whitening gel getting into your gums and burning them.

Without our expert service, you will waste money on useless products and risk yourself to problems that will cost you more for multiple treatments.

Go for quality – it is more affordable.

Come to the clinic for a consultation. Firstly, we need to know if you are eligible for composite bonding and whitening.

If you have bleeding gums or severe gum disease that will need to be treated before we can start with any cosmetic dentistry including teeth whitening, composite bonding, veneers and crowns.

We will also make sure that  you are not allergic to any of the materials or products used.

We will make sure you are 100% ready for cosmetic treatments before starting anything.

This is an ideal procedure for patients who have stronger teeth and healthy gums. Your dentist will evaluate your oral health and see if any other dental treatment is required before recommending the best cosmetic treatments to allow you to achieve your smile goals. Patients who have yellow tones, chipped and uneven teeth are the best candidates for cosmetic treatment. Old fillings and dental restorations will not change colour so will need to be replaced to match your new teeth’s colour.

When is teeth whitening and composite bonding not a suitable treatment?

There are some situations where the treatment may not be suitable or not recommended to:

– Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding

– Children below the age of 16

– Patients who are suffering from tooth decay, mouth cavities and periodontal disease

– Individuals who are extremely sensitive or allergic to bleaching agents like peroxide

– Patients who wish to whiten and brighten restorations such as implants, crowns and veneers

The teeth whitening course will last between ten to fourteen days, using the whitening trays and gels provided.

The teeth whitening will be gradual and work wonders.

There is the option to wear the whitening trays during the daytime or night-time depending on the whitening gels the dentist recommends. The main product that we use at Holford Partners Curaden is Philips Zoom Nitewhite and Daywhite.

For minimal treatment, a few days may be enough.

During the whitening process you should avoid foods and drinks that would stain a white shirt and also stop smoking at least a week or two after to get a stable, long-lasting result.

Listen to your dentist’s instructions, and you will have the beaming smile you want.

Sometimes there can be some sensitivity during the whitening process and that is totally normal but if the pain persists and becomes too unbearable please give us a call so we can advise you on what to do. You are very unlikely to experience any pain or discomfort following composite bonding but if any adjustments need to be made due to bite issues then please contact us so we can help.

If you are unsure about how much gel to use or anything concerning the whitening process, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.

If you came from a different dentist and are doubting the effectiveness of the service, please feel free to visit us for a second opinion.

When the entire whitening process and composite bonding is done, you must continue good oral hygiene habits.

Brush twice a day, floss at least once a day, use interdental brushes and rinse with mouthwash.

Try to avoid eating brightly coloured foods and drinks such as tomato sauces or tea/coffee immediately after. It would greatly improve the longevity of your whitening and composite bonding treatments if you didn’t smoke.

Most importantly, visit the dentist at least twice a year for regular check-ups and hygiene cleaning.

Please call the dentist anytime you think you have a problem with your teeth and gums.