Teeth Whitening For a Brighter Smile

We offer two professional whitening systems, both using custom-made trays, aiming for a bright B1 shade where your teeth allow:

Your dentist will recommend the most suitable option based on your teeth, your goals and how quickly you’d like to see results. Our associate dentist, Dr Edmund Acheampong, has a particular interest in cosmetic dentistry and is a member of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

• Boutique whitening - an effective home whitening system for both upper and lower teeth.
• Enlighten whitening - a more intensive system offered as a 2-week or 4-week case, for patients wanting a brighter result.
• Single tooth bleaching - if one tooth has darkened, for example after root canal treatment, it can sometimes be lightened from the inside (internal bleaching), on its own or alongside full whitening.

Professional whitening shouldn’t be painful, although some people notice temporary tooth sensitivity or mild gum irritation during treatment. This usually settles once whitening stops, and your dentist can suggest ways to manage it, such as a desensitising toothpaste or whitening less often.

In the UK, teeth whitening should only be carried out by a dentist or a registered dental professional working under their prescription, and it isn’t offered to under-18s other than to treat disease. Having your dentist check your teeth first helps make sure whitening is safe and suitable for you.

Results vary from person to person, but with good care many people enjoy a brighter smile for a long time. Tea, coffee, red wine and smoking will gradually re-stain teeth, so cutting back helps your results last.

Keep your trays safe, as top-up gel can be used from time to time to refresh your shade. Regular hygiene appointments, including Airflow stain removal, can also help keep your teeth looking their best. Whitening only works on natural teeth, so existing crowns, veneers and fillings won’t change colour - your dentist will discuss this with you before you start.