Tooth Whitening

Summary of how it works

• 1st – We take impressions of the teeth to make custom fitting trays for an exceptional fit and demonstrate the procedure.
• 2nd – You wear the trays overnight for 2 weeks.
• 3rd – Top up on an occasional basis to maintain and even improve your results depending on your diet and habits (3-4 times a year for 1-2 nights). We recommend that you only do top ups after you have had your regular exam with the dentist.

The procedure in more detail

You should apply the whitening gel and trays immediately before you sleep. If you read or watch TV in bed, wait to apply the trays until you’re ready to turn off the light. We also suggest that you brush your teeth with whitening toothpaste. This helps start the bleaching process and stops protein in your saliva from inhibiting the bleaching agent.

Between four to eight hours use is indicated depending on the result wanted. A ten shade improvement is the norm but not everyone will want that.

When you’re ready to apply the trays, squeeze the bleaching gel (keep it in the fridge) into each reservoir on the inner side of the outer walls of the trays. Place the tray in your mouth and firmly push it against the teeth to seal it to the gum. If you use too much bleaching gel, use a tissue to wipe away any excess that leaks out from the trays. If you’ve used too little, you will be able to see through the tray and the reservoirs will only be partially full. If this happens, DON’T REMOVE THE TRAY. Instead, apply more gel to your trays the next night.

After waking, remove the trays and rinse your mouth with lukewarm water. Your teeth may be sensitive to hot or cold. You should also clean the trays with cotton swabs under running water and place them carefully in their storage cases. Store the case in a safe, cool place for the next night.

We recommend that you wear the trays for fourteen consecutive nights. If possible, avoid skipping nights since this slows the whitening process. During this time, we also recommend that you stay away from foods, drinks, and other products (such as tobacco) that may stain your teeth. Since your teeth are conditioned to absorb more oxygen, they will also absorb any stain causing agents.

The result

A bright white smile.