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WHAT IS TEETH WHITENING?
Many people who are unhappy with the colour of their natural teeth wonder: can yellow teeth be whitened? The answer is yes – a professional teeth whitening treatment at a dental clinic can give you a pearly white smile!
Teeth whitening is one of the easiest ways to improve the appearance of your smile, because teeth whitening treatments are some of the simplest cosmetic dentistry procedures that are suitable for most people. Finsbury Dental Care is happy to offer London teeth whitening at our specialist facility for dental care in London.
To restore an even white colour to natural teeth, without disguising them using veneers or composite bonding, we provide professional teeth bleaching services using dentist-grade whitening gels, which are completely safe and highly effective. You can choose from faster in-clinic whitening, or receive a home teeth whitening kit for dentist-standard teeth whitening results.
These treatments will be customised to you, depending on the current colour of your teeth and the shade you want to lighten them to. So, if the only thing that stops you from smiling is discoloured teeth, why not look into teeth whitening in London?
WHY DO YOU NEED TEETH WHITENING TREATMENT?
Teeth are porous, so over the years they will tend to accumulate discolouration caused by strong pigments from food, drinks, and habits like smoking cigarettes, for example. The yellow dentine underneath the enamel can also become more visible as the enamel surface is gradually worn away. As a result, our teeth will develop a darker shade as time goes by.
This staining can damage people’s self-confidence, as they may not feel comfortable showing their teeth because they aren’t happy with how they look. That’s where professional teeth whitening comes in – it’s a time-proven, safe, and simple way to brighten stained or discoloured teeth and give your smile a brightening boost.
Modern tooth whitening techniques involve using mild pH-neutral peroxide gels to liberate the stain and pigment molecules from the enamel and dentine of the teeth, giving them a rejuvenated whiter appearance. This cosmetic procedure can transform smiles and improve self-esteem levels without the need for extensive dental work.
WHO IS SUITABLE FOR TEETH WHITENING IN LONDON?
There is a wide range of treatment options to help remove stains and tooth discolouration, so anyone over 18 years old with good dental health and oral hygiene should be eligible for professional teeth whitening with a teeth whitening specialist.
London is one of the best places to find GDC-registered dentists who can assess your teeth and provide the best professional teeth whitening treatment for your unique case. At Finsbury Dental Care, we carry out an initial consultation with all our patients to make sure they’re choosing suitable treatment options for their teeth and dental health.
However, there are some cases where teeth whitening treatment may not be recommended – for example, if you have untreated tooth decay or gum disease, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. In cases like these, your dentist can help you to restore your teeth to a healthy condition first with an appropriate dental procedure, or schedule tooth whitening for a later date.
There is minimal pain involved in tooth whitening, but if you have sensitive teeth and are worried about tooth sensitivity from the bleaching gel, our teeth whitening dentist can explain your options to achieve brighter teeth and a whiter smile with sensitive teeth.
WHAT IF YOUR TEETH AREN’T SUITABLE FOR WHITENING?
Our London teeth whitening clinic helps patients to lighten their teeth by several shades from their existing colour, but if your teeth have stain marks that are too severe to lift, we may recommend following the whitening treatment with another cosmetic dentistry procedure to cover stained teeth – such as veneers or composite bonding.
It’s important to note that teeth whitening doesn’t work on fillings or dental crowns the way it does on porous tooth enamel due to the difference in material. However, you can still improve the appearance of your smile by whitening your teeth first, then updating amalgam fillings to white fillings or getting new crowns that match the new shade of your whiter teeth.
To find out more about the best way to achieve the teeth whitening results you want and get the gorgeous smile you’ve been dreaming of, get in touch with us to book your initial consultation for London teeth whitening!
IS TEETH WHITENING IN LONDON WORTH IT?
We understand that any kind of cosmetic dental work is an investment, but for many of our patients, teeth whitening in London has proven to be more than worthwhile. If you’re lacking confidence, and the appearance of your teeth is getting you down, it can be a fast and painless way to remove stains and make a dramatic improvement to your smile.
When it comes to teeth whitening in London, the benefits are plentiful, and include:
- Thorough deep whitening to a shade of your choice
- Reliable results that can last for up to a year or more
- Pain-free treatment with no damage to tooth surfaces
- Quick teeth whitening results when you follow your plan
- A boost in confidence that can make you feel happier
If you’re unsure whether teeth whitening in London is right for you, then why not get in touch with a member of our team? We’d be more than happy to arrange a consultation, where we can assess your teeth and discuss your teeth whitening options with you.
Once you have agreed upon a treatment plan with the dentist and the teeth whitening treatment has started, you will need to continue it at home. This means regularly applying the provided whitening products over 8 evenings at your convenience, for 30 minutes to 1 hour at a time.
Whether you choose to have your teeth whitened with an in-office teeth whitening treatment or opt for at-home teeth whitening with a customised home treatment kit, you can easily achieve effective tooth whitening and a brighter smile with our specially formulated teeth whitening gel.
HOW PROFESSIONAL TEETH WHITENING WORKS
The first step in finding the right tooth whitening treatment for you is to visit our dental practice for a teeth whitening consultation. One of our dentists can assess the condition of your teeth to make sure they’re suitable for professional whitening treatments, then discuss the different options available and our teeth whitening fees to help you make a decision.
The process can vary depending on which treatment you choose. Some patients prefer in-practice teeth whitening in London, where you’ll spend a session of around 1 hour in the dentist’s chair while the professional whitening gel does its work – this type of laser teeth whitening can lift discolouration much faster using light-accelerated bleaching technology, which is ideal for people who need quick tooth whitening.
It’s also possible to whiten teeth at home with a professional at-home teeth whitening kit provided by our practice – or you can combine them by following an in-office appointment with a course of at-home teeth whitening.
Our hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide whitening gels are made specifically for use by dentists in a teeth whitening clinic, or for a teeth whitening dentist to provide to patients to take home with a personalised regimen, so you can trust that these products are completely safe for whitening teeth.
WHAT DOES AT-HOME TEETH WHITENING INVOLVE?
While laser teeth whitening can be completed in one visit to the dental clinic, which is fantastic for those who need their teeth whitened fast, at-home options such as Enlighten teeth whitening are just as effective to whiten teeth professionally – they simply allow you to gradually create a bright, confident smile around your own schedule.
We first take impressions of your teeth so that whitening trays can be produced to fit your teeth exactly, ensuring you achieve the best teeth whitening results in the most comfortable manner. You’ll also receive carefully formulated tooth whitening gel and instructions to help you lighten your teeth to the shade you’ve chosen.
Typically, patients will wear their custom trays with whitening gel applied for a recommended amount of time every day for a week or more. This will gradually break down the stains on your tooth enamel, giving you a visibly whiter smile that can be topped up whenever you like to maintain your perfect smile!
TRANSFORM YOUR SMILE WITH TOOTH WHITENING IN LONDON
Compared to many other types of cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening is incredibly fast, and almost any patient can benefit from its results for a long time. The best part is that it can truly transform how your smile looks, and how you feel about it, for much less effort and investment than more intensive cosmetic procedures.
At Finsbury Dental Care, we’re dedicated to providing high-quality dental treatments to all patients, ensuring that every patient receives the most appropriate treatment for their needs and achieves the beautiful white smile they’ve dreamed of.
So, if you’re looking for an affordable way to give your smile a huge boost, get in touch with our team to book a consultation for tooth whitening today!
A healthier-looking smile with brighter teeth is waiting for you – simply contact Finsbury Dental Care to get started and discover the best London teeth whitening treatments by consulting with a teeth whitening dentist.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most effective way to whiten teeth?
Tooth whitening has grown in popularity year on year, and now you can even get your hands on cheap tooth whitening kits online. However, we can’t stress enough how harmful some cheaper whitening kits can be. Wherever possible, we would always advise that you receive professional teeth whitening by a dentist done in a purpose-built clinic.
Is it safe to whiten teeth at home?
In some cases, yes. Many dentists offer whitening kits that have been curated to suit your specific demands, that you can do yourself from the comfort of your own home. However, there are also a range of untrustworthy sellers of tooth whitening kits, so it’s important to do your research before using any type of treatment yourself.
Prolonged use of tooth whitening chemicals can cause your tooth’s enamel to weaken and can cause extreme sensitivity – so it is always best to visit a dentist for your treatment. That way you can better control how regularly you receive treatments for a gradually brighter smile.
Can yellow teeth become white?
We have been offering professional teeth whitening for several years, and in that time we’ve improved the appearance of a range of smiles. If you’re concerned that your discolouration is too severe, or that your teeth are “too far gone” for whitening – we encourage you to get in touch with our team.
We’re confident that we can offer the teeth whitening results you’re looking for, but if teeth whitening is ever unsuitable, we can discuss other solutions available.
Does tooth whitening hurt?
If you receive professional teeth whitening such as the sort that we offer here at Finsbury Dental, then you should never feel any pain or discomfort during the process. You may feel extra sensitivity, especially if you had sensitive teeth to begin, however any sensitivity should be short-lived. If you feel you’re struggling with sensitive teeth then you can speak with our dentists who can help.
CONTACT US FOR TEETH WHITENING LONDON
If you would like to discuss your options with a member of our team, you can contact our dental practice on 020 7638 6556 today. Alternatively, you can fill out the form below and we will reach out to you to discuss the best teeth whitening solution for you.
