These take home whitening techniques have been in use for over 25 years without problems. It appears that there are no adverse effects to whitening your teeth.

Whitening can cause temporary sensitivity of teeth (dull ache, sharp pain or hot/cold sensitivity)/ this usually lasts several hours after whitening, but sometimes longer, however, it never leaves any residual problem. In some patients, gum irritation can be caused by the whitening gel. This can be seen as a white area where the gel has [...]

Smoking will rapidly reverse the results of your teeth-whitening treatment. Tobacco causes deep staining within the tooth enamel and should be avoided completely for at least a week after your treatment. Smokers will require more regular re-treatments than non-smokers to maintain their colour.

After teeth whitening, it is advised that you avoid substances that stain, such as tobacco and red wine, for about a week. This is because the pores in your teeth are open and your teeth are more receptive to staining factors after your teeth-whitening treatment. Your teeth may also feel slightly sensitive to very hot [...]

No, domestic bleaches are completely different chemical substance (sodium hypochlorite) and releases chlorine. Dental ‘bleach’ is a peroxide and releases oxygen. Peroxides are well established to be safe on enamel and dentine. Never use domestic bleach or any other produce not recommended by your dentist in your whitening tray.

This depends on your unique circumstances. Whiteners may not correct all kinds of discoloration. For example, yellow teeth will probably whiten well, brownish-coloured teeth may not whiten as well, and greyish-hued teeth may not whiten well at all. In most cases, sparkling white teeth that are several shades brighter than the original shade can be [...]

No, it has a reasonably pleasant flavour, similar to toothpaste.

You simply ‘touch-up’ by reapplying the whitening gel every so often. How often varies with the individual, but usually only a few days a year are necessary. Without periodic touch ups, the teeth will be re-stained over time but people can go for years without retreatment. Make sure to keep your trays as additional gel [...]

It is a bleaching process that lightens discolorations of enamel and dentine. The system uses a mild gel solution in a custom-fitted tray. As the active ingredients, carbamide and hydrogen peroxide, are broken down, oxygen entered the enamel and dentine and bleach the coloured substances present. The structure of the tooth is not changed.

It depends on your individual circumstances, ideal patients have healthy, unrestored teeth and would like to have a whiter, brighter smile. The best candidates for teeth whitening are: Mature enough to fully understand the procedure Experiencing stained and discoloured teeth Knowledgeable about the procedure Realistic in their expectations. If you want to know more make [...]