Teeth Whitening in West Sussex
At Dental Healthcare Practice, we have more than 20 years’ experience of teeth whitening procedures to patients in Horsham and across West Sussex. Our dentist team are fully trained in the safest and most effective teeth whitening procedures on the market, ensuring you achieve the bright, white smile you desire.
Tooth whitening is now widely employed as one of the most effective ways to enhance the appearance of your teeth. However, it’s essential to choose a teeth whitening treatment that’s suitable for you and your dental needs.
Dr. Mark Setters BDS has been carrying out teeth whitening procedures since they were first introduced in the UK in 1994. With his extensive experience in both traditional and cosmetic dentistry, including the latest teeth whitening treatments, Dr. Setters is committed to delivering the highest quality service and the best standards of care. All our teeth whitening treatments come with a satisfaction guarantee.
Teeth Whitening Services in Horsham
Tooth whitening is a safe and effective way to lighten the natural colour of your teeth; it does not involve removing any of the tooth surface. There are several methods to achieve a whiter smile, including in-clinic teeth bleaching services and home teeth whitening kits.
At Dental Healthcare Practice, our dental practitioners have many years of experience with all types of teeth whitening procedures. If you’re searching for “teeth whitening near me” in West Sussex, why not book a consultation? We’ll recommend the best teeth whitening treatment tailored specifically for you.
Home Teeth Whitening
Home teeth whitening treatments use a custom made lightweight plastic mouth tray or thin mouth guard that fits snugly over your teeth. You place a whitening gel inside the tray and, following our teeth whitening instructions exactly, wear the tray either for a few hours during the day or overnight.
The chemical tooth whitening agent will gently and gradually lighten your teeth safely and predictably. Results will start to become visible after 2 or 3 days. The desired result will be achieved after 1 – 2 weeks, with teeth appearing whiter and brighter.
It’s a tried and tested system that we’ve used successfully for nearly 20 years.
Do please bear in mind that the gels available to buy over the counter do not have the required strength to predictably whiten your teeth. We can provide at home teeth whitening to clients across West Sussex and surrounding areas.
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Laser whitening or power whitening
We no longer recommend laser whitening or power whitening treatments. Recent UK regulations have limited the concentration of peroxide used in these systems, reducing their effectiveness.
Fortunately, our dentist-prescribed home whitening kits have always been more effective than any laser or power whitening system. This has been consistently proven by scientific studies and backed by our 24 years of experience in using various teeth whitening systems.
How Safe is Tooth Whitening?
Teeth whitening procedures are completely safe when carried out by a dentist in a professional dentist’s practice setting. At our West Sussex dental practice, we ensure that the chemicals and procedures used are appropriate for your mouth, based on a thorough dental consultation and examination.
However, in the wrong hands, or used by an untrained dentist, tooth whitening could harm your teeth.
After teeth whitening treatment, some people may experience temporary sensitivity, particularly when consuming hot or cold food or drink. This usually disappears after 48 hours. If you do have problems with tooth sensitivity after treatment, we would advise you to wear the mouth tray for shorter periods, and switch to a toothpaste for sensitive teeth for the time being. In some cases, it’s a good idea to stop the teeth whitening process for a few days to allow your teeth to adapt.
There are certain circumstances under which our dentist may discourage teeth whitening. They include
- Pregnancy or breast feeding;
- Gum disease, worn enamel, cavities or especially sensitive teeth;
- Tooth coloured crowns, veneers, implants or other dental work on your front teeth that will not respond to lightening treatment.
For further information about any of our dentist services, or to book a consultation with Dental Healthcare Practice for teeth whitening in Horsham or Sussex, please contact us to arrange for an appointment.