Professional Teeth Whitening – Step-by-Step Guide by a Dentist
A brilliant, white smile can be a powerful boost to your confidence and appearance.
At My Local Dentists Seven Hills, we’re committed to offering you the best teeth whitening treatments. Our professional teeth whitening solutions are designed to deliver outstanding results while ensuring minimal sensitivity.
Here’s everything you need to know about our top-notch whitening procedures and how to achieve that dazzling smile you’ve always wanted.
Why Choose Professional Teeth Whitening?
While numerous over-the-counter whitening products and home remedies are available, professional teeth whitening stands out for its safety, effectiveness, and lasting results.
Unlike many DIY methods, our treatments use products approved by the Therapeutic Guidelines of Australia, ensuring their safety and effectiveness.
Key Benefits of Professional Teeth Whitening:
- Precision and Effectiveness: Our whitening systems are tailored to your needs, ensuring optimal results.
- Minimal Sensitivity: We use cutting-edge techniques and products, such as the SDI Pola Whitening system, which minimises sensitivity and discomfort.
- Safe and Reliable: Our treatments are backed by rigorous safety standards and clinical research.
Step-by-Step Guide to Professional Teeth Whitening
Achieving a whiter, brighter smile involves a comprehensive process. We follow a detailed procedure to ensure you get the best results possible.
Here’s what to expect during your teeth whitening treatment:
1. Professional In-Chair Whitening Session
Preparation:
- Choose Your Entertainment: Select a show on Netflix or enjoy some music during your session.
- Initial Shade Assessment: We start by recording your pre-operative tooth shade using a shade guide and taking photographs for records.
Cleaning and Protection:
- Teeth Polishing: We polish your teeth using a flour-based pumice, rinsing, and suction.
- Cheek Retractors: We use cheek retractors (Optragate) to keep your lips and cheeks out of the way.
- Gum Protection: A gingival barrier is placed along the gum line on both the upper and lower teeth to isolate and shield the gums. Extra isolation with cotton rolls may be used as needed.
Whitening Application:
- Curing Light: We use a special curing light in a fanning motion for 10-20 seconds to set the gingival barrier.
- Whitening Gel Application: SDI Pola Office+ whitening gel is applied to the front 10-12 teeth using a small brush.
- Activation: The SDI Pola Whitening Light is turned on to optimise and activate the gel.
- Gel Removal and Reapplication: The gel is left on for 8-15 minutes, then removed with gauze and cotton rolls. This process is repeated three to four times to achieve the desired result.
Final Steps:
- Post-Treatment: We suction and wash off the remaining gel, remove cotton rolls and gauze, and take final photos to record the improved shade.
2. Professional Take-Home Whitening Kit
For continued whitening maintenance, we provide a take-home kit as follows:
- Impressions: We take impressions of your upper and lower teeth using plastic mouth trays and alginate material.
- Plaster Casts: Plaster is poured into the impressions to create accurate casts of your teeth.
- Custom Trays: Custom-made whitening mouth trays are fabricated from plaster casts.
- Instructions: We provide a detailed guide on using the whitening trays and take-home kit.
FAQs About Teeth Whitening
How long does teeth whitening last?
Teeth whitening results generally last about 12 months but vary depending on brushing habits, diet, and lifestyle. Regular touch-ups can help maintain your bright smile.
Do home remedies work for teeth whitening?
Many home remedies, such as lemon juice or bicarbonate of soda, can be ineffective or even harmful. They may damage teeth due to acids or abrasives.
Are charcoal toothpaste effective for whitening?
Although charcoal toothpastes have gained popularity, recent studies indicate insufficient evidence to support their whitening claims. In some cases, they may even damage enamel.
Teeth Whitening in Seven Hills
Don’t settle for less when it comes to your smile.
At My Local Dentists Seven Hills, we provide the safest, most effective teeth whitening solutions.
Whether you opt for our in-chair whitening session or take-home kit, we guarantee a smile transformation that will leave you beaming confidently.
$400 for a professional Take Home Whitening Kit (includes custom-made whitening trays and whitening gel)
$850 for In-Chair Teeth Whitening (75-minute appointment. Includes Take Home Whitening Kit)
Contact your Seven Hills dentist at (02) 8605 1696 or schedule an appointment online.
We are located at Shop 55, (Ground Floor) Seven Hills Plaza, 224 Prospect Hwy, in Seven Hills.