FAQs Tooth Whitening dentists in Leeds
What is professional tooth whitening in Leeds?
Tooth whitening can be a highly effective way of lightening the natural colour of your teeth without removing any of the tooth surface.
Professional tooth whitening by your cosmetic dentist is the most effective method of lightening your teeth.
Your cosmetic dentist, at Clarendon Dental Spa Leeds West Yorkshire, will be able to tell you if you are suitable for treatment.
Hydrogen Peroxide (in the form of Carbamide peroxide) is the active ingredient in professional tooth whitening products.
As the active ingredient is broken down, oxygen gets into the enamel on the teeth and the tooth colour is made lighter from within.
Why would I need tooth whitening?
Tooth colour is predetermined during tooth development in the jaw. Teeth vary in colour, just like our eyes and hair, from person to person.
Teeth also discolour as we age. Only a small percentage of people have brilliant-white teeth. So most people would benefit from professional tooth whitening.
Other causes of tooth discolouration include:
- tea/ coffee
- wine
- nicotine
- plaque/ tartar
How long does tooth whitening take?
1 hour In-Chair Laser tooth Whitening in Leeds:
Your lips and gums are first protected by a rubber dam. Your cosmetic dentist then applies the whitening gel, which was specially designed to be used with our Tooth Whitening Light System.
The Tooth Whitening Light and Tooth Whitening Gel combine to gently penetrate your teeth, breaking up stains and discolouration to produce the tooth whitening effect.
At-Home tooth whitening
Step 1. Our cosmetic dentist will take an accurate impression (mould) of your teeth.
Step 2. A Special 'Custom-made' bleaching tray is constructed by skilled dental technicians.
Step 3. You wear these specially designed and comfortable tooth whitening trays at home. (for long lasting results patients typically need to wear these trays 'At-Home' for one hour daily for up to two weeks).
How long will my tooth whitening effects last?
Our Laser teeth whitening Leeds effects can last up to 2 years.
Tooth whitening effect duration is reduced with excessive drinking of tooth staining drinks and smoking.
However, at Clarendon Dental Spa, we provide At-Home Tooth Whitening Maintenance kit that will keep your teeth will sparkling for years!
What are the side effects?
A few people will find that their teeth become sensitive to cold after treatment. Others report small wite patches on the gums.
These symptoms usually resolve within a few days.
Patient satisfaction and safety is assured, at Clarendon Dental Spa, through state-of-the-art technology and our highly trained cosmetic dentists in Leeds West Yorkshire.
How do I care for my teeth after tooth whitening?
You can help to keep your teeth white by reducing the amount of food/ drink that can stain teeth and reduce the tooth whitening effects.
We recommend the following tips to care for your teeth following tooth whitening:
- rinse with water after consuming tooth staining drinks
- use a straw when appropriate or possible
- brush your teeth twice a day using a fluoride toothpaste
- cut down on how often you have sugary snacks and drinks
- visit your dentist twice a year.
All of the above aim to maximize the tooth whitening effects for longer.
What about home tooth whitening kits?
Home kits are cheaper. However, as tooth whitening is a complicated procedure, you should have a thorough examination and assessment of your teeth by one of our cosmetics dentists.
Over-the-counter kits are not recommended as they usually contain only a small concentration of hydrogen peroxide (the whitening product). Thus, home kits will not be able to lighten your teeth noticeably and instead contain acids. These products have been known to cause pain, ulcers and damage to the gums if used incorrectly.
You can perform tooth whitening at home by using the Clarendon's 'At-home' tooth whitening kit which comes in its very own stylish tooth whitening presentation case. This home tooth whitening procedure is prescribed and supervised by our cosmetic dentists to tailor treatment to individual patient needs.
What about whitening toothpastes?
There are several tooth whitening toothpastes on the market.
However, they do not affect the natural colour of your teeth, but may be effective by removing surface staining and therefore may improve the overall appearance of your teeth.
Tooth Whitening toothpaste may also help the effect last, once you have had professional tooth whitening.
Also, not all tooth whitening toothpastes have been scientifically and clinically checked by an independent panel of experts.
When might tooth whitening not work?
Tooth whitening will not work on false teeth such as dentures, crowns and veneers and bridges.
For stained dentures visit your dentist and ask for them to be cleaned. Stained veneers, crowns or dentures may need replacing; again ask your dentist.
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