Would you like a whiter, brighter smile? Teeth naturally become yellow and darker as we age, and things like coffee, tea, red wine, and smoking may worsen this.
Tooth whitening (also known as bleaching) can help you to achieve that brighter smile by improving the colour of your teeth. It is safe and cost-effective, with long-lasting results.
At Parade Dental Ocean Grove, we custom-make whitening trays that hold whitening gel against your teeth. Wearing the trays for 1-2 hours daily over a short period of time (approximately 2-3 weeks) will generally see an improvement in the colour of your teeth. The trays can be used again in the future for any additional whitening you wish to do.
The health of your teeth and gums should be assessed in a dental check-up prior to tooth whitening. Cavities, gum disease, and sensitive teeth should be managed first in order to ensure optimal results.
You may also find whitening to be uncomfortable if you have exposed root surfaces (commonly due to gum recession), and we can help you manage this.
We do not recommend products from supermarkets, pharmacies, or those advertised on social media. Some of these products work by “abrading” (wearing) away the stains to make teeth appear whiter, when in fact they are also damaging the teeth. Incorrect use of bleaching products, ill-fitting trays, and treatment provided by people with no dental training, may result in irreversible damage and pain to your teeth and gums.
Speak to us if you would like a whiter, brighter smile.
