WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM TEETH WHITENING?

Almost everyone with natural teeth! However, there are cases where treatment may not be effective. A Denturist will determine if you are a viable candidate following a thorough examination. The tooth-whitening system is ideal for people who have healthy, unrestored teeth and would like to have a whiter, brighter smile. The whitening process is most effective on mildly discoloured teeth. Darker stains, such as those caused by antibiotics, take longer to respond to treatment. The degree of whiteness will vary from person to person, depending on the structure of the teeth and how long the system is used.

Procedure: The Take-Home Tooth Whitening Process

Most patients are able to use our convenient take-home whitening system. You apply whitening gel to your teeth in a soft, comfortable plastic tray we make for you. The gentle oxygenating action of the peroxide gel safely removes stains from your teeth. We choose the whitening gel that best fits your needs and you choose the most convenient times to wear your tray. Throughout the treatment, we carefully monitor your progress.

HOW DOES TOOTH WHITENING WORK?

The active ingredient (either carbamide or hydrogen peroxide) is broken down, allowing oxygen to enter the enamel and dentin, causing the stains to be lightened.


TOOTH WHITENING KITS

The tooth whitening treatment is a take home do-it-yourself kit to be applied to your teeth in the comfort of your own home .Steps that your tooth whitening professional and yourself will perform on your teeth:

1. An impression of your teeth is taken by the denturist.

2. A perfectly formed mouthguard tray is made for you to take home with your own tooth whitening kit.

3. Brush and floss teeth. Take a syringe out of the kit. Remove the cap and insert an application tip by twisting it securely onto the syringe.

4. Place a small drop of gel into every compartment of the tray for the teeth undergoing treatment.

5. Make sure the tray is seated in the mouth.

6. Wipe away excess gel in mouth with finger, tissue or dry soft tooth brush. Depending on the level of staining on your teeth, and the health of your teeth, the denturist would have supplied you with Pola Day in either 3%, 7.5% or 9.5% hydrogen peroxide gel concentrations or Pola Night in either10%, 16%, or 22% carbamide peroxide concentrations. This percentage will be marked on the box. Wear the trays for the prescribed times.

7. After treatment, remove tray. Rinse tray and mouth with lukewarm water to avoid sensitivity.

8. Brush teeth. Repeat the procedure for about 10 - 14 days depending in the level of whiteness you want to achieve.