Professional tooth whitening can be the start of a journey to the smile you have always wanted. It can be used to give your smile a “fresher” appearance, or it can set the stage for long-term porcelain or composite veneers . It is the single most common question we get asked in the clinic, closely followed by veneers in fact!
Are you fed up with discolouration and staining on your teeth? Then you have come to the right place.
Here at Sydney Road Dental Care, we specialise in cosmetic teeth whitening. Over time, it’s almost inevitable that our teeth will become discoloured due to aging, dietary habits and lifestyle choices. But that doesn’t mean we have to accept it. Our teeth whitening treatments have become increasingly popular with our patients because of the quick and effective results they achieve.
And the best place for teeth whitening in the Northern Beaches is right here at our clinic. We work alongside you to achieve your goals and restore the natural brilliance of your smile. Read More
Your teeth naturally get darker as you age. However, there are many factors that can speed up this process, including drinking coffee or other dark beverages, smoking, and certain medications.
No matter the reason for your teeth discolouration, restoring your dazzling white smile can bring back your confidence. We use safe, industry-leading teeth whitening products that bring out the beauty of your natural teeth. Your smile is in good hands with Sydney Road Dental Care.
Teeth Whitening Process
Tooth whitening is the broad term for any non-invasive treatment that lightens the colour of your teeth. Various products are used to produce this effect, the most common being peroxide. The whitening solution removes molecules from food or debris that darken the colour of your teeth.
Teeth whitening treatments take a two-pronged approach: they remove both surface stains and penetrate beneath the surface to improve the colour of your natural teeth. Modern teeth whitening treatments used in a professional setting do not cause damage to your teeth
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Many of our patients are pleasantly surprised to learn that they’ll receive noticeable results after just one teeth whitening treatment. However, depending on the current colour of your teeth and how much of a difference you’d like to see, you may require more than one treatment.
At Sydney Road Dental Care, we offer two options for professional teeth whitening: in-chair or at-home.
Sydney Road Dental Care offers two of the best teeth whitening machines available: the Philips Zoom! and SmartBleach 3LT.
Using state-of-the-art technology, our team are able to perform a deeper treatment, achieving better results in a shorter space of time. If you are looking for faster results and have a larger budget, we recommend these treatments.
Our teeth whitening dentists are highly qualified and have a comprehensive range of knowledge and experience. Also, our professional teeth whitening process takes as little as two hours or less to complete. Prior to beginning your treatment, we review the depth of staining, sensitivity, and the overall health of your teeth. This allows us to tailor our treatment to help you get the best results.
In some cases, we may also provide you with take-home treatments to give your whiter teeth a “refresher” as needed.
Many of our patients who value convenience and their time or have extremely sensitive teeth may opt for a take-home teeth whitening option. We’ve selected Boutique Whitening – UK’s leading whitening brand, which will brighten your smile in as little as 14 days and rival the results of our in-office treatment.
These take-home whitening kits include custom-made trays and professional-grade whitening. This is an affordable alternative; however, it also takes longer to start seeing results.
Regardless of whether you choose in-office teeth whitening or one of our take-home options, you should know that both provide similar professional results. The same cannot be expected for commercially available at-home teeth whitening.
For starters, these kits usually contain a less concentrated peroxide solution, which means you will require many more treatments than what you’d need in a professional setting. Also, products provided by a dentist are more effective at penetrating deeper stains and will not cause damage to your teeth. These products are held to a very high standard above minimum requirements and have been found to be safe and effective.
One of the first questions we receive from many of our patients is: “How much does teeth whitening cost?”
The price for our professional teeth whitening treatments ranging from $400 – $800. However, the answer depends on a few factors, including whether you opt for an in-chair treatment vs. a take-home kit, the number of treatments required, and more. When you schedule a consultation, we can discuss costs based on your selected treatment.
We aim to make teeth whitening an affordable service for every patient. Because teeth whitening is purely cosmetic, it is not usually covered by dental insurance plans. However, we do offer patient payment plans to help make teeth whitening treatments to reduce your upfront out-of-pocket expenses.
Teeth Whitening Process
Clinical studies have shown that should the correct procedural guidelines be followed and patient suitability assessed appropriately, teeth whitening using carbamide or hydrogen peroxide administered by a dental practitioner is safe for teeth and gums.
Nonetheless, common side effects can include sensitivity and irritation of the gums, lips and tongue, most of which dissipate within the first 1-2 days. Patients have frequently voiced that In-Chair Whitening can be particularly stingy during the appointment and in the following evening, usually resolving with over-the-counter pain killers by the next day.
FAQ's about Cosmetic Teeth Whitening
We believe every client requires a uniquely tailored solution, and our patients have come to expect friendly service and superior results from our dental practice. We always take into account your natural smile, tooth sensitivity, desired results and financial situation. Based on all of these factors, we’ll work with you to create a dental care plan that will delight you.
While our professional teeth whitening services are designed to offer a lasting result, your teeth can lose their brightness over time because of exposure to red wine, tea, coffee, smoking, and other environmental factors. With a take-home whitening kit from your dentist, you can keep your professional smile looking as bright as ever.
Unlike general dentistry, teeth whitening is classified as a cosmetic procedure, and so may not be covered by your dental care insurance. In order to make teeth whitening accessible and affordable to our clients, we offer a range of treatments, including in-chair whitening and take-home teeth whitening kits. Store-bought DIY teeth whitening kits are less effective at removing stains and whitening teeth, as they rely on a more diluted peroxide as their active ingredient, while professional dentist whitening is more effective at lifting your teeth’s natural shade and removing deep staining. Dentist teeth whitening treatments are totally safe for your teeth, but may cause some sensitivity, especially the day after treatment is received.