Teeth Whitening

Millions of Australians have stained and discoloured teeth and want to whiten and brighten their smiles. When dental professionals asked people what they’d most like to improve about their smile, the commonest response was whiter teeth. Understanding teeth whitening starts with understanding tooth staining. Two basic types of stains affect your teeth and your smile!

stains that affect your teeth and your smile

Extrinsic Stains

  • These are on the surface of the tooth.
  • Causes include:
    • Tobacco products
    • Foods and drinks such as berries, coffee, tea, and red wine
    • Tartar (which forms when plaque remains on the teeth)

Intrinsic stains

  • These are beneath the surface and are difficult to remove. These stains become part of the tooth.
  • Causes include:
    • Ageing
    • Excessive fluoride use
    • Certain medications are taken during tooth development
    • Trauma

How to Get Whiter Teeth Using Teeth Whitening Products

Just as there are several causes of tooth staining and discolouration, there are several solutions:

Whitening Toothpaste

  • Contains mild abrasives which scrub the teeth, removing surface stains to make them whiter.
  • Some toothpaste also contains peroxide or phosphates to help remove and prevent stains.

Whitening Mouthwash

  • Provides gentle foaming action to safely protect against future stains.
  • Can reach hard-to-reach places.

Whitening Mouthwash

  • Use strips or whitening gels with trays to actually bleach the tooth enamel.

Whitening Mouthwash

  • Usually requires one trip to the dental office where bleach is applied to the teeth.
  • This procedure may be enhanced by the use of a special light or laser.

Important Considerations for Teeth Whitening

  • Teeth whitening procedures may not work on all types of tooth discolouration and will not whiten crowns, fillings, or bonded teeth.
  • You may experience some sensitivity when using whiteners, but this is usually temporary.
  • If you have any issues when whitening your teeth, consult with your dental professional.

Professional Whitening Treatment

  • In addition to preventing new stains, regular cleanings by a dental professional can remove surface stains.
  • You can also remove stains and whiten teeth with professional whitening treatment at your dental office.
  • We use Phillips Zoom In-Office Tooth Whitening, which has been clinically proven to be the best in-chair whitening system. The results are more predictable and long-lasting.

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