Teeth whitening Sheffield at home or at the dentist?

If your teeth are yellow and embarrassing you then you need to speak to us at Dee Kay Dental and find out about teeth whitening Sheffield. Teeth whitening Sheffield is a quick and easy way of improving the appearance of your smile. Teeth whitening Sheffield is safe and it is suitable for adult patients of all ages. It may not be suitable if you are affected by gum disease or if you have crowns to replace missing teeth, also in some cases it can increase sensitivity, so you will need to speak to our dentist at the dental surgery and find out if it is suitable for you.

Teeth whitening at home

There are two types of whitening. Either we can provide you with a home treatment kit or we can whiten your teeth at our dental practice. If you opt for the home treatment kit then we will need to take an impression of your mouth and create an individually tailored teeth whitening tray. You will also be provided with a teeth whitening gel made up of hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide. You place some of the gel into the tray and wear the tray in your mouth for the prescribed period of time. This continues for two weeks until you have beautiful white teeth.

Teeth whitening at the dentist

If you whiten your teeth at the dental practice then we apply a hydrogen peroxide gel directly onto your teeth whilst protecting your mouth. Hydrogen peroxide works as a bleaching agent, this is what breaks down the stain molecules on the surface of your teeth. To get instant results we use UV light which activates the bleaching agent and whitens your teeth within an hour.

You may need more than one session depending on how yellow your teeth have become and how stubborn your stains are.

Both methods are safe and effective. They vary in price so you can speak to our dentist at Dee Kay Dental and find out which is the most suitable for you according to your unique dental needs as well as your personal preferences and your budget.

Once you have whitened your teeth, whether with a home treatment kit or at the dental practice, the results often last between one and three years. If you want the results to be maintained then it is important that you look after your teeth properly. This means brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing twice a day and using a good mouthwash to make sure that your mouth is completely clean. It is also important that you visit our dentist at least twice a year and that you have at least two hygienist appointments as well to clean any plaque and tartar from your teeth. In this way not only will your smile look beautiful, but your teeth will also be healthy and strong.

Speak to us at Dee Kay Dental and find out more about whitening your teeth. Home treatment kits and teeth whitening at the dental practice are suitable for extrinsic stains that are on the surface of your teeth, but for internal stains you can speak to us and find out about other cosmetic dental treatments. We look forward to hearing from you and improving the appearance of your smile very soon.