Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic dental procedure aimed at lightening the natural color of your teeth without removing any of the tooth surface. It is one of the most popular procedures in cosmetic dentistry because it significantly enhances the appearance of your smile.
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What Causes Teeth to Stain?
Teeth can become discolored for various reasons, typically categorized as:
Extrinsic Stains (Surface Stains)
- Caused by external factors like:
- Coffee, tea, red wine
- Tobacco (smoking or chewing
- Coloured foods like berries or curry
- These stains affect only the outer enamel.
Intrinsic Stains (Internal Stains)
- Occur within the tooth structure (dentin). Causes include:
- Trauma or injury to a tooth
- Certain medications (e.g., tetracycline)
- Excessive fluoride during childhood
- Aging (as enamel thins, dentin shows through)
How Teeth Whitening Works?
Teeth whitening uses bleaching agents to break down stains into smaller pieces, making the color less concentrated and the teeth appear whiter.
Common Whitening Agents
- Hydrogen Peroxide
- Carbamide Peroxide (breaks down into hydrogen peroxide)
How Long Does Whitening Last?
- 3 months to 3 years, depending on
- Diet and lifestyle (e.g., smoking, drinking staining beverages)
- Oral hygiene habits
- Type of whitening used
Boutique whitening
Boutique Whitening is a professional teeth whitening system provided by dentists, offering customized trays and a choice of day or night gels to suit the patient’s lifestyle and sensitivity. It’s designed for convenience and gradual whitening at home.
Types of Boutique Whitening Products
Boutique offers several options based on lifestyle and desired results.
Boutique By Day
- 6% Hydrogen Peroxide
- Worn for 1 hour per day
- Ideal for people who prefer a short, daily whitening session
Boutique By Night
- 10% or 16% Carbamide Peroxide
- Worn overnight while sleeping
- Slower but often gentler, with sustained release over several hours
Enlighten whitening
Enlighten Whitening is a premium teeth whitening treatment that guarantees results up to the B1 shade (a very bright white). It combines in-practice and at-home whitening, using custom trays and a high-strength formula, and is known for its long-lasting results and low sensitivity.
What Makes Enlighten Different
- B1 Shade Guarantee: Enlighten promises and most practices report delivering a VITA B1 shade, one of the lightest natural tones, in approximately 98% of cases.
- Minimal Sensitivity: Thanks to its carefully formulated carbamide peroxide gel and gradual application, sensitivity is uncommon only about 2% experience intense effects.
- Long‑Term Results: With its follow-up in-office light boost and structured maintenance, patients often maintain optimal whiteness for years