One of the most common desires of our patients is to have whiter teeth. When considering your options, it’s important to consult your dentist to make sure you have all the facts and understand how teeth whitening treatments may affect your teeth and mouth.
Your first port of call should always be to talk to the experienced cosmetic dentists here at Smile Architect in Harley Street. We are one of the leading providers of teeth whitening services in London’s West End, attracting patients from across the whole of the city and beyond who are searching for a fast, affordable, and pain-free way to improve their smile for a special occasion or simply for more self-confidence.
What causes your teeth to become discoloured?
Many people think that their teeth become discoloured simply due to the build-up of plaque or dirt. However, a variety of factors can affect their shade, including food, drink, tobacco, and certain medications. Tea, coffee, and red wine are some of the biggest and best-known culprits – but injuries and age will also play a part in the whiteness of the teeth.
It’s vital to understand what is causing the problem before deciding on the most appropriate West London teeth whitening treatment, as you want to ensure you prevent further discolouration from occurring in the future. Your lifestyle will play an important role in keeping your teeth as beautiful as can be, and we can advise on ways to keep them looking brighter for longer.
How do our teeth whitening services work?
There are many options available, including whitening toothpastes and at-home bleaching kits. Our teeth whitening products use bleaches (either hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide) to break stains into smaller pieces. This makes the discolouration harder to see, and creates a brighter, whiter smile overall. These bleaches are completely safe and designed to cause minimal irritation or sensitivity.
If you choose our in-house treatment, we will place a protective barrier over your gums and lips before applying the teeth whitening gel to your teeth. We will use a lamp to activate the teeth whitening process, and you will leave the clinic with incredible results after just one session! We also offer at-home whitening solutions, which involve placing a whitening gel inside custom-made trays and wearing these trays at night to gradually bleach the teeth over a course of 2 to 3 weeks.
Are you a suitable candidate for our teeth whitening treatment?
Most people can benefit from our teeth whitening solutions. However, it’s important to bear in mind that the bleaches we use will not work on all teeth. Whitening will also not be effective on caps, veneers, crowns, and fillings, or if the colour is caused by medications or injury – and results will vary greatly between products. We always advise speaking to our team to determine what’s going to work best for you.
How long do the results last for?
As long as you follow the correct aftercare procedures, you can expect your pearly whites to remain radiant for between 18 and 24 months after your treatment. Individual results vary and will be based on the colour of your teeth and the extent of the staining.
Call us on 020 7935 8553 or request an appointment to learn more and find out if you could benefit from for our teeth whitening services in Harley Street, West London.