Whiter teeth are the most common request that we hear from patients across Essex, both as a standalone treatment and in partnership with other cosmetic transformations such as alignment services and composite bonding.

Teeth whitening treatment is made more complex, however, by the existence of high street and DIY kits – many of which promise efficient results but do not always deliver on the quality or the safety of results.

In contrast to these DIY and high street kits, professional dentist teeth whitening is both more effective and offers longer-lasting results, while safeguarding the structure of teeth and ensuring not cause any damage to the enamel, which protects individual teeth. A cosmetic service that has a truly transformational effect on the patients who choose it, expert teeth whitening is arguably one of our most popular services.

And for good reason.

What Does Professional Dentist Teeth Whitening Involve?

Dentists across Essex and beyond use different techniques to achieve whiter teeth for their patients. Some use laser treatments while others apply bleaching agents to retainers and mouth guards, which can be worn by patients in the comfort of their own home.

At the Essex Smile Centre, our dentists create a bespoke mould for each whitening patient, which can then hold whitening gel and be worn for a dedicated amount of time at home. This approach to expert teeth whitening is considered to be the most comfortable, without invading the patient’s routine or everyday life in any way.

How Long Does it Take for Teeth to Whiten and How Long Do Results Last?

With the process identified, most patients want to know how long they have to wait before their teeth start to show signs of whitening and brightening. Typically, optimum colour change occurs within four to six weeks of wear, provided that the patient follows their dentist’s advice with regards to duration and regularity of application.

Of course, the efficiency and standard of whitening will depend on the shade of the teeth prior to treatment, as well as lifestyle factors. For those wondering if yellow teeth can be whitened, this approach to teeth whitening will lighten the teeth regardless of their starting shade; however, every result is different, and we have no exact means of forecasting how white the teeth will become following treatment.

Once the teeth reach the ideal shade of white, most patients keep some of the bleaching gel on hand to use in advance of special events and occasions.

Am I a Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening in Essex?

If you want to lighten the colour of your teeth in a way which is safe and proven to work, then professional teeth whitening in Essex is for you.

We invite all potential patients to get in touch to schedule an initial consultation, during which we can discuss and understand your ideal results, your lifestyle, and any limiting factors which could influence the standard of results.