Tooth Whitening

Teeth Whitening Treatment

Safe, Effective, and Professional Solutions for Tooth Discoloration

Whitening is a process where the tooth discoloration is ‘whitened’ to a lighter shade. It removes the staining agent through chemical means. It is a safe procedure when carried out under professional supervision. Treatment results usually depend on the severity of the discolouration. Both vital (i.e. live) and non-vital teeth (e.g. tooth with root removed) can be bleached and may take several visits to complete. It is not effective on dental restorations such as amalgam fillings, metal or porcelain crowns, etc.

Teeth can discolour for various reasons. The dentist will recommend the most ideal method based on your oral condition after an in-office examination to establish the cause and nature of your tooth discolouration, as well as provide you with more information on the various types of whitening procedures available, duration & frequency of treatment

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The Advice Area

While you are waiting to be seen by one of our team, here are a few things you can do at home to bring you relief.

Please note, the advice outlined below is not a substitute to seeing a dentist and will not provide you with a long term solution, so please make an appointment to see one of the team if you have not already done so.

My tooth hurts…

Many things can cause toothache, including decay, cracks, loose fillings and infection. Only a dentist is able to diagnose the cause of your toothache, so please contact us on 020 3146 2123 to make an appointment. In the meantime, you can use over the counter painkillers to help control the pain. Paracetamol and Ibuprofen (if you can take it) can be taken together. Please take in accordance with instructions on the box. You may find it more comfortable to have a soft diet and avoid eating on that side.

My teeth are sensitive…

Tooth sensitivity is one of the most common issues that are reported. There are a few reasons why your teeth may be sensitive, such as tooth decay, loose fillings, recession of the gums.

If your teeth appear to be longer than they used to, it is likely you have recession which has exposed part of the root of the tooth. This can cause a sharp sensation which lasts a second and then settles. You can use a toothpaste with a desensitising agent in it such as colgateprosensitive or Sensodyne repair and protect over the tooth to provide some relief by sealing the root surface.

Please contact us on 020 3146 2123 for an emergency appointment.

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