Professional Teeth Whitening in Bourne
A brighter smile can make a real difference to how you feel about yourself. At Bourne Dental Practice, we offer professional teeth whitening that is safe, effective, and tailored to you. Unlike over-the-counter products, professional whitening uses custom-made trays and clinically approved gels, available only through a registered dental professional.
We offer take-home whitening using custom-fitted trays, so you can achieve your results at a pace that suits you, with the reassurance of professional oversight throughout.
Why Choose Professional Teeth Whitening?
Professional whitening is far more effective than supermarket products. Your dentist creates custom-fitted trays that fit precisely over your teeth, ensuring the whitening gel contacts every surface evenly. This minimises the risk of uneven results and gum irritation.
Take-Home Whitening Treatment
We provide a take-home system with custom-made trays and professional-strength whitening gel. You wear the trays for a specified period each day or overnight, depending on the product. Most patients notice a difference within one to two weeks of regular use. Results may vary.
Is Whitening Right for You?
Whitening works best on natural tooth enamel. It will not change the colour of crowns, veneers, or composite bonding, so existing restorations may need to be considered when planning treatment. Deeply stained teeth caused by certain medications may not respond as well. If you would like to also straighten your teeth, you may wish to consider Invisalign before whitening, so your trays can be made after alignment is complete.
Maintaining Your Results
Limiting tea, coffee, red wine, and smoking will help preserve your whitened smile for longer. Good oral hygiene is also important. We can provide top-up gels for occasional use once treatment is complete. You may also wish to explore dental veneers or dental crowns for a more comprehensive smile transformation.
Teeth Whitening at Bourne Dental Practice
Professional whitening treatments use clinically approved gels that are significantly stronger than over-the-counter products. At Bourne Dental Practice, we provide custom-made whitening trays fitted precisely to your teeth, ensuring even coverage and excellent results.
Our home whitening system is safe, effective, and supervised by our experienced dental team. Most patients notice a visible improvement after just a few days of treatment.
Is professional teeth whitening safe?
Professional teeth whitening carried out by a registered dental professional is considered safe when used as directed. Custom-fitted trays help to minimise contact between the gel and your gums. You should not attempt home whitening with products not supplied by a dental practice.
Will whitening work on my teeth?
Whitening works best on natural tooth enamel. It will not change the colour of crowns, veneers, bridges, or composite bonding. A consultation with your dentist will help you understand what results are realistic for your teeth. Results may vary.
Can whitening remove all types of staining?
Some types of staining, such as that caused by tetracycline antibiotics, respond less well to whitening. Surface staining from food, drink, and smoking generally responds well. Your dentist will assess the type of staining at your consultation and advise you honestly.
What are the side effects of teeth whitening?
Some patients notice temporary sensitivity to hot and cold, and mild gum tenderness, during or after treatment. These effects are usually short-lived. If sensitivity is significant, your dentist can advise on managing it. Subject to a consultation.
Ready for a Brighter Smile?
Our friendly team at Bourne Dental Practice is here to help you achieve a smile you feel confident about. Book a consultation to find out whether professional teeth whitening is right for you, and what results you might realistically expect.
Results vary from person to person and depend on the natural shade of your teeth. A consultation is recommended to understand what whitening can achieve for you. Subject to a consultation.