Teeth Whitening in Tweed Heads
Have you considered lightening the shade of your teeth?
Over time, stain molecules attach to teeth, leaving discolouration. At TC Smiles, our teeth whitening procedures will uncover the natural, whiter colour of your teeth. We can discuss in-chair and take-home whitening options and assess which may be suitable for your teeth and treatment preferences.
Why Whiten Your Teeth?
There are many benefits to having teeth whitening done:
- Improved aesthetics. This straightforward cosmetic option may help lighten the appearance of natural teeth, depending on your individual needs and suitability for treatment.
- Boosted confidence. Teeth whitening is intended to lighten the appearance of certain stains and discolouration on natural teeth. Results vary between patients.
- No risks. Possible side effects. Teeth whitening may cause temporary tooth sensitivity or gum irritation. Your dentist will assess whether whitening is suitable for you and discuss ways to manage potential sensitivity.
- Easy to maintain. You can decide to touch up your whitening at regular intervals. We will advise you on how often is right for you.
- Fighting the ageing process. Teeth whitening does not require injections and may help reduce the appearance of some surface stains and discolouration. Results vary depending on the teeth and the type of staining.
- Better oral care. Maintaining whitening results involves regular brushing, flossing and dental care, along with limiting habits that contribute to staining.
- A natural look. Your dentist can discuss the shade change that may be achievable while considering your natural tooth colour and treatment preferences.
What to Expect
You can choose to have your whitening done in-chair during a single appointment. We also provide take-home kits if you would prefer to whiten your teeth at night.
The Benefits of In-Chair Whitening
We’ll cover our gums and soft tissues of the mouth, protecting them from a whitening gel. The gel is applied to the teeth, and an LED light will accelerate the process. You can watch television the entire time, relaxing and enjoying yourself. Whitening products may cause temporary tooth sensitivity or gum irritation, and individual experiences vary.
When your whitening is completed, you’ll receive custom trays and a take-home gel to top up your results as you like.
The At-home Whitening Option
Our take-home whitening option allows treatment to be completed gradually using custom trays and instructions provided by our dental team.
You can complete it from the comfort of home, wearing the trays overnight while you sleep. You’ll receive a kit and enough whitening gel for 18 applications. You will also receive desensitising toothpaste to minimise the chances of tooth sensitivity afterwards.
Flexible Payment Options
AfterPay allows you to enjoy your smile now and pay for it in four equal fortnightly payments. With AfterPay you can spread out the cost of your treatment with no added interest, and no additional fees.* Sign-up to AfterPay, book an appointment at our Tweed Heads South practice, and scan your AfterPay barcode at reception – it’s as easy as that. Everyone deserves a healthy smile and with AfterPay there’s even more reason to show it off.
Frequently Asked Questions
How well can I expect it to work?
Teeth whitening may cause temporary sensitivity or gum irritation. Before treatment, your dentist will assess your oral health, discuss whether whitening is suitable for you and explain the potential risks and limitations.
How are dentist made whitening kits different from over the counter kits bought in shops?
Over the counter kits are one size fits all, so there’s no guarantee the whitening gel is actually sitting on the teeth. Our custom trays are designed to fit your teeth and hold the whitening gel in the planned areas. Results vary between patients. Also, our kits have a much higher percentage of active ingredients than OTC, and are approved by the TGA.
Teeth whitening may last up to 12 months, though it all depends on how well patients practice proper oral health habits.
Discuss Your Whitening Options
Would you like to know whether professional teeth whitening may be suitable for you? Contact TC Smiles to arrange a consultation and discuss your options, expected results and available payment plans.
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Cosmetic dental procedures carry risks and may not be suitable for everyone. Treatment outcomes vary from person to person and cannot be guaranteed. A personalised consultation is required to assess suitability and discuss potential risks, benefits, limitations, maintenance requirements and alternatives.
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