What is Teeth Whitening?
Teeth whitening is the process of lightening the existing colour of teeth. A range of teeth whitening treatment options are available, from the use of take-home whitening treatment trays, which you can carry out yourself at the comfort of your house, to more professional procedures like Philips Zoom!® teeth whitening, which must be completed in-chair by a dental professional.
These teeth whitening procedures involve the application of a whitening agent, like hydrogen peroxide gel, to the teeth to remove stains from the enamel, leaving the structure of the teeth.
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Would You Like to Improve the Colour of Your Teeth?
With our teeth whitening treatments, Cambridge City Dental can make your teeth stains disappear and transform your teeth from yellow to white, restoring your self-confidence and enhancing your natural smile.
At Cambridge City Dental, we have two main dental treatments we can perform to help whiten your teeth.
Philips Zoom!® Teeth Whitening (In Chair)
Philips Zoom!® Teeth Whitening is a professional tooth whitening treatment that is carried out in a chair by a dental professional. The procedure is preceded by regular teeth clean by your dentist, followed by a brief preparation of the mouth. This is to protect the gums and lips while leaving the teeth exposed. The teeth are then painted with the Philips Zoom!® whitening gel, which is activated by ultraviolet light or laser to expedite the process.
It is a very safe tooth whitening procedure that is clinically proven to whiten teeth, remove surface stains, and provides the best and most effective results. For the best teeth whitening results, we recommend a professional in-chair teeth whitening treatment.
Teeth Whitening (Home Kits)
Interested in whitening your teeth but unable to commit to an in-chair appointment? Improve your smile from home with our take-home tooth whitening kit.
You place a custom-made bleaching tray filled with active carbamide peroxide gel over your teeth for 1-2 hours daily for 10 days and you repeat the process for seven to ten days to achieve the best results.
It is an incredibly easy and effective way to whiten your teeth. Our teeth whitening Perth dentists can advise you on the correct procedure for teeth whitening at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Causes Teeth to Stain or Discolour?
Tooth discolouration is part of the natural ageing process. Our teeth gradually become yellower as we grow older. In addition, certain coloured foods and drinks are more likely to cause teeth to stain when we consume them.
Clinical studies have shown that red wine, sugary drinks, tea and coffee are the most common culprits for tooth discolouration, but smoking also stains teeth, especially if the habit has been going on for a while. Old fillings, nerve degeneration, excessive amounts of fluoride and certain antibiotics are also are causative factors that result in teeth discolouring.
Why Would You Need Teeth Whitening?
Having whiter teeth is a social asset because it has a positive impact on the way we are perceived by the people we come in contact with. You may also need to get teeth whitening treatment done by your local dentist after the removal of braces or if you’re planning to undergo a cosmetic procedure such as composite bonding. The Perth dental team at Cambridge City Dental can help you with our in house and take-home whitening services.
What Are the Benefits of Professional Teeth Whitening?
Everyone is unique when it comes to possible risk or side effects of using bleaching agents in the mouth, but teeth whitening procedures are very safe and have little or no risks when handled by a professional dentist. Without correctly following instructions from a dentist, a self-administered DIY home kit treatment can pose a risk of chemical burns or permanent damage to the teeth and gums.
Professional teeth whitening has other advantages. For one, the results last - it leverages on the capability of modern technology to accelerate colour change, thereby reducing the number of sessions required to whiten teeth. In addition, you can selectively whiten one tooth at a time if a tooth is more discoloured than others.
How Long Does Teeth Whitening Last?
The effects of teeth whitening can last up to three years provided you stay away from smoking or consuming coloured food or drinks that can stain teeth. In general, it is advisable to repeat the procedure as often as necessary, depending on your lifestyle.
Want to Know More About Our Perth Teeth Whitening Service?
Have your teeth become discoloured or would you like a whiter smile? Our Perth dentists can help you restore your smile and confidence with our highly effective and safe in-house and take-home tooth whitening treatments.
The team at Cambridge City Dental are highly experienced in general dentistry, restorative dentistry and cosmetic dentistry. With over 15 years of experience operating within Perth WA, our mission is to help transform your smile through natural-looking dentistry solutions.
For the best teeth whitening results, contact the Cambridge City Dental team for a teeth whitening treatment. Get in touch with our team or book a Perth dentist appointment online today!
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