Professional Teeth Whitening: Getting Long-Lasting Results

There’s no question about it – a bright, confident smile can light up a room. Maybe you have teeth that are discoloured, and you want to do something about it, but you’re not sure whether teeth whitening is worth it. You may also wonder if the results last and which option is right for you. Here’s a look at some of the ways to brighten your pearly whites and how to maintain that gleaming smile.

Professional vs OTC: Making the Right Choice

Compared to whitening products that you can buy at the chemist, professional teeth whitening offers superior results. Because our practice uses professional-grade gels, the product is more concentrated, which means you’ll see more dramatic results in less time. The other benefit of brightening your teeth at the dentist’s office is the process will be completely supervised from start to finish, so your smile will be in highly capable hands!

Your Options: Quick Results or Gradual Progress

If you opt for professional whitening, you have two options: in-chair or take-home. The in-chair option provides the quickest transformation, with visible results in just one appointment. If you want to brighten your teeth at your own pace, take-home whitening kits are the way to go. These allow you to whiten your smile gradually, fitting the process into your schedule.

Not sure which type is right for you? No worries! We can go over both options and help you choose the one that best suits your lifestyle and preferences.

Maintaining Your Newly Brightened Grin

While teeth whitening results aren’t permanent, many people can enjoy a brighter smile from six months to two years. It’s important to note that if you consume stain-causing foods and drinks, your whitening results can fade pretty quickly – in as little as a month.

How long your whitening results last depends mainly on your daily habits. Here’s what can affect your smile’s brightness:

• Coffee, tea, and red wine are well-known staining culprits
• Tomato-based sauces, berries, and brightly coloured spices can affect whiteness
• Tobacco products, including both smoking and vaping, dramatically diminish results
• Poor oral hygiene allows stains to settle into tooth enamel

To maintain your results, it’s essential to get regular professional cleanings. Our hygienists can help remove surface stains before they become permanent, keeping your smile radiant between whitening sessions.

Any invasive or surgical procedure may carry risks. Before moving forward, it is recommended that you seek a second opinion from an appropriately licensed medical professional.