Tooth Whitening - How you can get a brighter smile.

What is tooth whitening?
Its actually a bleaching process that lightens discolorations from the teeth. The system recommended uses a mild gel in a custom fitted gum shield which fits over your teeth while you sleep. You also have the option of using the system during the day as the custom fitted tray is hardly visible & does not interfere with speach.
The most common reasons are ageing (comes to us all), staining substances (coffee, tea, colas, tobacco), the antibiotic tetracyline, excessive flouride & old restorations. what causes discolouration?


Who can benefit ?

Almost everyone. However, there are some cases whre the treatment may not be effective. Your dentist can determine whether the treatment is suitable or if another cosemetic procedure would be better. Tooth lightening systmes are ideal for patients who have healthy, unrestored teeth & would like a whiter briter smile!
Research has indicated that whitening teeth with carbamide peroxide is safe for teeth & gums under the supervision of a dentist. The custom fitted trays isolate the gel to the part of the teeth to be bleached & keeps contact with the gum tissues to a minimum. The dentist will determine what concentration of bleaching solution will be best for your teeth.


Cost
The benefits of the whitening process out ways the cost. Giving greater self confidence to patients. Expect to pay in the region of £ 300.00 - This technique is not available on the NHS.

Ask your dentist or one of the dental team for more information.

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