Just like the shape of our teeth, their natural colour is unique and partly determined by genetics. Age and lifestyle can gradually change their colour.
Professional whitening treatments are designed to reduce staining and discolouration and restore a brighter, more natural-looking tooth shade.
Why Do Teeth Become Discoloured?
External staining mainly affects the enamel and can be caused by smoking as well as highly pigmented foods and drinks such as coffee, tea, cola, red wine, berries, curry and tomato-based sauces.
Internal discolouration affects deeper tooth structures and may occur following root canal treatment, trauma or because of certain medications.
Age-related discolouration is caused by a combination of internal and external factors.
Professional Teeth Whitening
For safe, effective and lasting results, we recommend professionally supervised whitening rather than uncontrolled home remedies. Professional whitening carried out under dental supervision is a safe treatment. Temporary sensitivity may occasionally occur.
In-Office Teeth Whitening
The process may include:
- Professional ultrasonic cleaning and tartar removal
- Assessment of the original tooth shade
- Professional polishing
- Protection of the gums and surrounding soft tissues
- Application of professional whitening gel
- LED light activation
- Reassessment of the final tooth shade