We love a bright smile and there are so many different ‘whitening’ solutions out there at the moment that it can all get a little confusing.
First let’s cover the two different types of staining:
Extrinsic staining is caused by outside sources for stain being adhered to the tooth and changing the surface colour and texture, common causes for this type of stain may include tea, coffee, red wine or high pigment foods. Extrinsic staining may be removed with a scale and prophylaxis treatment by your dental practitioner.
Intrinsic staining has an internal origin and changes the underlying colour or dentine of the tooth. This can not only be removed with a simple scale and prophylaxis treatment and requires a whitening agent to change the underlying colour of the tooth.
What’s out there?
There are many tooth whitening systems on the market however not all of them are able to achieve the same results. It is always a good idea to check a product has a whitening agent and is not only going to act upon the extrinsic staining on a tooth surface.
Why do we recommend a dentist prescribed tooth whitening solution?
Tooth whitening can be very variable and it is important for patients to know what results they can expect before committing to a procedure that could permanently alter the appearance and sensitivity of their teeth. In general we recommend having a check-up before whitening (or recently) to discuss:
What options do we offer?
Due to sensitivity and reliability of results we offer a personal (with an individually fitted tray) whitening system with the highest amount of active ingredient that can be prescribed in a take home kit. For patient preference we offer either hydrogen peroxide (for shorter day wear) or carbamide peroxide (for night wear).
The impressions needed are quick and painless and we can have your kit made for you within a few days. Full instructions are given and how ‘white’ you go is completely controlled by you. To make a booking, call the practice on (02) 4324 1181.
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