Teeth whitening is an effective treatment, but it isn’t suitable for everyone, and it is important to have a dental examination before using any whitening product. Your teeth must be relatively strong and healthy, and your gums must be free of disease. We need to treat any dental problems before you can whiten safely and comfortably.
Our dentist can examine your teeth and can determine why they are stained or discoloured. Tooth discolouration can be caused by lifestyle choices such as smoking or eating and drinking highly coloured foods, or it may be due to other factors such as antibiotics like tetracycline, or exposure to excess fluoride while teeth are developing. Knowing how your teeth became stained is important because some stains are intrinsic or internal and respond less readily to ordinary tooth whitening treatments. Also, teeth whitening treatments will not change the colour of existing restorations like dental crowns, bridges and veneers. If you do have restorations, we can advise you on the best way to brighten your teeth evenly.
We use Pola whitening products that are extremely effective and safe. These contain ingredients designed to reduce tooth sensitivity so you can whiten safely and comfortably.
