Reignite the Spark with Professional Teeth Whitening
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Teeth Whitening in Kent
Even the most meticulous of care won’t stop tea, coffee and red wine from catching up with our smiles eventually.
When teeth lose their original pearly-white shade, our leading teeth whitening treatments can help you reignite the spark. We offer effective, gentle whitening at home or in the clinic. Either way, you will see fantastic results in as little as three weeks.
What is Professional Teeth Whitening?
Professional teeth whitening is a cosmetic procedure, performed by a licensed dentist to lighten the colour of a patient’s teeth and remove surface stains. It’s important to note that you can only whiten your natural teeth, if you have tooth-coloured fillings, they cannot be whitened.
Unlike over-the-counter whitening products, professional teeth whitening is customised to the individual’s needs, ensuring more effective and longer-lasting results.
Types of Cosmetic Teeth Whitening?
- Home whitening
The custom-fitted whitening trays are designed just for you and are used in conjunction with the Boutique specially formulated gels. - In-clinic whitening
Philips Zoom! gives you speed and convenience. Using a high-technology, light-activated system, the treatment guarantees a three-shades lighter smile in a single 90-minute session. The package also includes professionally made whitening trays and gels to further enhance your results at home.
Both of our whitening systems are the perfect finishing touch to our treatments, but can also be used on their own to keep your smile looking its best.
Why You Might Benefit From Teeth Whitening?
Almost everyone will experience tooth discolouration or staining over time. Smoking or drinking tea, coffee and red wine can all speed up the discolouration process, causing the teeth to appear more yellow.
Teeth whitening can restore your smile to its former glory, boosting your confidence and leaving your teeth glistening.
The ideal candidates for cosmetic teeth whitening are individuals with healthy teeth and gum tissues.
What is the Teeth Whitening Treatment Process?
At Pennypot Dental, we offer two advanced teeth whitening options: Home whitening and In-Clinic whitening with Phillips Zoom!
Our Home whitening option can achieve an 8-shade brighter smile in 3 weeks. It involves wearing custom-fitting trays for 90 minutes per day, or overnight.
Phillips Zoom! kickstarts the whitening process. During this treatment, a more potent gel is applied directly to your teeth. The gel is then activated using an LED light that accelerates the whitening process. The entire procedure usually takes around 90 minutes, and patients can expect to see a three-shades brighter smile in just one session.
What Are the Benefits of Professional Teeth Whitening?
Teeth whitening treatment offers several advantages when compared to over-the-counter whitening kits. It can brighten your smile by up to 8 shades and provides more effective, longer-lasting results due to the strong gels used by dental professionals.
Additionally, the gel is carefully regulated by dental professionals. Unregulated gels can cause damage to teeth. We provide the highest possible concentration that remains safe and effective, ensuring optimal results without compromising your dental health.
Having your teeth whitened professionally also minimises any side effects such as tooth sensitivity and gum irritation.
Side Effects of Dental Whitening Treatment
When performed at one of our boutique clinics, your dentist will take every precaution to minimise the risk of side effects during treatment. Especially when using over-the-counter whitening kits, the following side effects may occur:
- Mild Tooth Sensitivity: This is a mild and common side effect that only occurs during the treatment. Your dentist can recommend a sensitive toothpaste to help reduce any sensitivity, but it is usually manageable without it.
- Gum Irritation: Again, this is really mild and may happen during the treatment. Once you have completed your course of whitening, the gum irritation will resolve.
Can You Whiten Crowns or Bridges?
Teeth whitening products are not effective on dental crowns or bridges.
To ensure a perfect match, we recommend whitening your teeth before getting new crowns or bridges. This allows our dentists to expertly match the shade of your restorations to your newly brightened smile.
How Much Does Private Teeth Whitening Cost?
At Pennypot Dental, we’re pleased to provide Boutique at-home whitening and Phillips Zoom! in-clinic whitening. For more information, please visit our Fee Guide.
To help you spread the cost of treatments over £500, we offer our patients interest-free finance for up to two years. To apply for finance, please get in touch with your practice.
Teeth Whitening Treatment Aftercare Tips
Cosmetic teeth whitening can significantly brighten your smile and the results can last for a few years! To maintain your sparkling results, you should:
- Reduce your intake of tea, coffee and red wine
- Brush and floss as normal
- Visit your dentist and hygienist regularly
- Wait 30 minutes after eating to brush your teeth
- Avoid smoking
Why Choose Pennypot For Teeth Whitening in Kent?
Searching for professional teeth whitening services in Kent? We’ve got you covered. Our expert dentists use the latest, clinically proven techniques to deliver stunning, long-lasting results. Whether you prefer the convenience of at-home treatment or are looking to achieve immediate, visible results, we’ll create a personalised plan tailored to your unique needs.
For a stress-free experience that will leave you with a radiant smile you can be proud of, choose Pennypot Dental.
Before & After
Teeth Whitening FAQs
Teeth whitening works by applying specially formulated gel to the teeth to gradually whiten them. It is completely safe, gentle and effective.
The home whitening process enables you to whiten from the comfort of your home, and results can be achieved within 2-3 weeks.
Philips Zoom! Whitening provides a quicker result and helps to kickstart the process. It involves a 90-minute whitening appointment in practice. You can then continue to top your whitening at home with the trays and gels included to achieve optimum results.
The home whitening process can take 2-3 weeks but varies from person to person and depends on the result you wish to achieve.
Our Philips Zoom! Whitening provides quicker results by kickstarting the whitening process. You can then top up at home with the trays and gels included in the package to achieve optimum results.
No. The specially formulated gels are completely safe and do not damage your teeth or gums.
No, it is very gentle! You may experience some sensitivity during the whitening process which subsides once the treatment is completed. A sensitivity toothpaste is usually recommended while whitening your teeth.
This varies from person to person and depends on how well the teeth are maintained. Usually we advise top-ups annually to keep your smile whiter for longer. You can purchase top-up gels within practice at a reduced cost.
While whitening, avoid foods that could leave stains on a white shirt as they will likely also stain your newly whitened teeth.
Following this period, limit your intake of foods that are dark, acidic, sugary or contain colourants as they can stain your teeth and damage your enamel.
Yes! Teeth whitening is incredibly effective in removing surface stains and can brighten your smile by up to 8 shades! Seeing a hygienist regularly can also help to maintain the results and remove some stubborn smoking stains.
Professional teeth whitening is not only more effective than over-the-counter solutions, it’s also much safer. Dentists use high-quality bleaching agents that deliver noticeable results while minimising the risk of experiencing gum irritation or tooth damage.
The process is completely tailored to suit your specific dental needs, ensuring even results that shop-bought products can’t achieve. At Pennypot Dental, our team of professional teeth whitening dentists provide a controlled environment where the entire process can be carefully monitored, ensuring you leave the clinic with a brighter, healthier-looking smile.
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For more information on teeth whitening at one of our private dental clinics in Kent, get in touch with a member of our team today.
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