Teeth whitening

Our patients regularly comment how proud they are to show off their new smile after braces. For an even brighter smile they frequently consider whitening their teeth. Dr Panesar would be happy to discuss the whitening process with you.

Whitening is a process where the tooth discolouration is ‘whitened’ to a lighter shade. It removes the staining agent through chemical means. It is a safe procedure when carried out under professional supervision. Treatment results usually depend on the severity of the discolouration. Both vital (i.e. teeth with intact blood supply and nerves) and non-vital teeth (e.g. teeth with no intact blood supply and nerves) can be bleached and may take several visits to complete. It is not effective on dental restorations such as amalgam fillings, metal or porcelain crowns, etc.

Teeth can discolour for various reasons. Dr Panesar will recommend the most ideal method based on your oral condition after an in-office examination to establish the cause and nature of your tooth discolouration, as well as provide you with more information on the various types of whitening procedures available, duration & frequency of treatment.