Teeth Whitening London

Teeth whitening is a harmless and effective solution which involves bleaching your teeth to make them lighter and appear shinier. While teeth whitening can’t make your teeth brilliantly white, it can definitely lighten the existing colour of teeth by several shades, for a healthier looking smile.  

Before starting your teeth whitening treatment you’ll have to have an Initial consultation with a dentist to assess suitability for treatment, and whether any necessary treatment is required beforehand. Please note that not everyone’s teeth are suitable for whitening treatment.

You will then have an appointment to take impressions for the at home teeth whitening trays and for the in-surgery teeth whitening treatment. This provides immediate results and requires just over an hour and half of your time.

The whitening gel will be painted on your teeth by the hygienist. You may feel a warm sensation, but for the next 60 minutes all you have to do is relax.

48 hours after your initial whitening treatment we recommend that you avoid dark coloured foods and smoking. If you would like a list of the foods and drinks to avoid, please ask one of our reception team.

Once home we recommend that you use your trays with the whitening gel for up to 30 minutes every day for two weeks.  We will show you how to use your trays and how much whitening gel to pop in them.  This is the stage where you will really notice a difference, and where many of our patients tell us people have started commenting on their beautiful smiles.

This teeth whitening treatment is pain-free and effective, and could help your teeth go up to eight shades whiter, or more.

If you have experienced teeth sensitivity or you have tried whitening before and have not been successful due to sensitivity issues, Nu Radiance Duet could be for you. Duet’s unique, activated gels are specially formulated to prevent sensitivity caused by teeth whitening in London. We have a range of affordable and effective teeth whitening solutions that provide amazing and high-quality results with virtually no pain or discomfort from sensitivity.

• In most cases you will need to be over the age of 18 for professional teeth whitening, but this can depend and vary on individual circumstances. 
• Your teeth and gums must be in a healthy state, which will be checked by the dentist. 
• It is best to delay tooth whitening if pregnant or breastfeeding, as it is still unclear if the bleaching products can affect the baby. 
• Tooth whitening bleaching products can lighten the appearance of any veneers, crowns, bridges, or dentures. 

If you are advised against teeth whitening using bleaching products, you could consider whitening veneers to treat discoloration and improve the appearance of your teeth.

The effects of professional teeth whitening should last up to three years if teeth are taken care of properly. Some of the recommended steps you can take are:

• Thoroughly clean your teeth at home at least twice a day. 
• Regularly visit your dentist for checkups and visit the dental hygienist for a polish. 
• Quit or cut down smoking. 
• Cut back on foods and drinks that can stain your teeth.

For bright and long-lasting results we recommend having the in-surgery teeth whitening and at home trays combined. This costs £595.00, it includes the one hour and a half in-surgery treatment, a set  of bespoke trays and two Nu Radiance Duet gels to take home.

Opalescence Go costs £200, plus the cost of a dental examination. This includes 10 days of teeth whitening treatment for your upper and lower teeth with non-bespoke trays. For more information please contact the practice.

• Clinically tested and proven to elicit no tooth sensitivity during or after treatment.
• It can give you stunning results in as little as 5-8 days.
• It is a simple, easy and fast treatment.
• It contains Calcium Peroxide which re-mineralises and strengthens the teeth. This means you can have your teeth whitened and strengthened at the same time!
• Clinical studies have proven that this is a safe and effective method to whiten your teeth.
• It is dentist supervised and so you have the reassurance of safety.
• It is highly effective on a wide range of tooth discolourations.
• It also has a pleasant mint flavour.
• The calcium rich formula is also good at treating “white spots” from decalcification in the past, such as from orthodontic (bracket) treatment.
• You will have a customised approach to teeth whitening. The treatment is prescriptive using custom made trays especially for you, this increases the efficacy and longevity of the treatment.

Nu Radiance Duet is the whitening system that can only be used by qualified dentists. With this technologically-advanced tooth whitening system, you will see impressive results. It is extremely effective at reversing tooth discolouration caused by consuming dark-coloured foods and drinks, antibiotics, smoking and yellowing due to ageing. The advanced gel formulation contains carbamide peroxide, a whitening accelerator and a unique water-based hydrating agent to prevent sensitivity.

Tooth whitening has grown in popularity year on year, and now you can even get your hands on cheap tooth whitening kits online. However, we can’t stress enough how harmful some cheaper whitening kits can be. Wherever possible, we would always advise that you receive professional teeth whitening by a dentist done in a purpose-built clinic.

In some cases, yes. Many dentists offer whitening kits that have been curated to suit your specific demands, that you can do yourself from the comfort of your own home. However, there are also a range of untrustworthy sellers of tooth whitening kits, so it’s important to do your research before using any type of treatment yourself.

Prolonged use of tooth whitening chemicals can cause your tooth’s enamel to weaken and can cause extreme sensitivity – so it is always best to visit a dentist for your treatment. That way you can better control how regularly you receive treatments for a gradually brighter smile.

We have been offering professional teeth whitening for several years, and in that time, we’ve improved the appearance of a range of smiles. If you’re concerned that your discolouration is too severe, or that your teeth are “too far gone” for whitening – we encourage you to get in touch with our team.

We’re confident that we can offer the teeth whitening results you’re looking for, but if teeth whitening is ever unsuitable, we can discuss other solutions available.

If you receive professional teeth whitening such as the sort that we offer here at the London Centre for Cosmetic Dentistry, then you should never feel any pain or discomfort during the process. You may feel extra sensitivity, especially if you had sensitive teeth to begin with, however, any sensitivity should be short-lived. If you feel you’re struggling with sensitive teeth, then you can speak with our dentists who can help.