How to Whiten Teeth? Treatment Options to Achieve Your Dream Smile

Are you looking for information on how to whiten your teeth? Let us help you!

Teeth whitening is one of the most widely used cosmetic dentistry procedures. Although several options are available, teeth whitening involves bleaching to treat discolouration of tooth enamel. Not only does it brighten teeth, but it also boosts confidence, especially in social and professional situations.

Our dentists recommend teeth whitening for patients with tooth discolouration due to staining from coffee, tea, wine, smoking, or yellow teeth due to ageing.

Keep in mind, though, that teeth whitening treatments are only effective for surface stains. This is why an initial examination is essential before proceeding with treatment. If you have intrinsic discolouration, such as from antibiotic use, these bleaching procedures will have little to no effect.

How to whiten your teeth at My Local Dentists Leichhardt

Laser whitening for noticeable results in an hour!

Do you want to whiten your teeth as quickly as possible? Philips Zoom is aptly called power whitening because of its proven effect, even over a short treatment time. This is one of the most advanced whitening technologies, producing the most vivid and noticeable outcome in just an hour!

This in-chair treatment will be completed in our clinic and carried out by one of our experienced Leichhardt dentists. Firstly, as safety is a priority, you will be asked to don protective goggles for your eyes, and we will apply a barrier gel on your gums to prevent irritation and reduce sensitivity. 

Next, the dentist applies the Zoom whitening gel directly to the teeth. This gel contains hydrogen peroxide, which acts as the bleaching agent. Laser light is then shone onto the teeth, activating teeth whitening. The gel penetrates the tooth enamel, removing surface and intrinsic stains. 

The gel is left for 15 minutes before being removed and rinsed. This is repeated 3 more times to help achieve the desired results. Patients can expect their teeth to whiten by up to 8 shades lighter.

Take-home teeth whitening for your convenience

If you’ve ever wondered how to whiten teeth at home, we have the perfect solution with our at-home whitening kits. 

This simple procedure is gradual and controlled as the treatment length depends on how white you want your teeth to be. This results in a more natural smile. Another benefit is that this is a cheaper option than in-chair whitening.

At-home whitening involves using custom trays moulded to fit the contours of your teeth perfectly. The trays are filled with the supplied whitening gel and worn over the teeth for a few hours a day or overnight while you sleep. Just pop the trays into your mouth and let them work their magic. 

You can simply stop with the treatment when you have achieved the desired results.

However, if you want to improve the outcome or refresh the whiteness, you can top up your whitening gel with our supplies!

Tips for after-teeth whitening

Knowing how to care for your beautiful new smile after treatment will help keep it naturally glowing for longer.

One practice you must learn is home care hygiene measures. Make sure to brush your teeth with fluoride-rich toothpaste and floss after every meal. This will help eliminate tartar build-up on the tooth’s enamel surface and remove foreign debris contributing to the yellow hues on your teeth.

Also, regular visits to your Leichhardt dentist for a comprehensive dental check-up will help maintain your optimum oral health. This is one of the best ways to keep your smile shining.

Teeth Whitening in Leichhardt

Your dream smile is an easy phone call away! Look good and feel great with teeth whitening treatments here at My Local Dentists for that smile you deserve.

Contact us today at (02) 9171 0840 to learn more about teeth whitening and determine the best method for you.

We are located at Shop 48, Leichhardt Marketplace Shopping Centre, 122-138 Flood Street in Leichhardt.