Whitening treatments for a super summer smile

Whitening treatments are in demand as summer approaches and we have a very special offer just for you

No matter how well we look after our teeth, they are not, by nature, perfectly white, so patients often opt for whitening treatments. Also, because of the different foods and drinks we consume on a daily basis, they can become stained. For example, tea, coffee and red wine are all known to stain teeth as, of course, does smoking. This is why teeth whitening is an increasingly popular option for people of all ages.

And as summer is approaching, all Dental Care Ireland practices are offering 20 per cent off teeth whitening for May and June, so get in touch now!

We all want to have teeth that look good. However, as well as doing a whitening treatment with your local Dental Care Ireland dentist, it is also really important to keep your teeth clean through brushing and flossing as well as regular visits to a dental hygienist.

Obviously, as you get older, your teeth will also become naturally discoloured, but people in their 20s, 30s, 40s and 50s also want to have white teeth and a bright smile, particularly as summer approaches.

There are lots of whitening toothpastes and treatments available in pharmacies but getting it done through a professional dentist is by far the safest, most effective and best value way to do it.

So what does teeth whitening actually entail? Here are the simple steps to a brighter, whiter smile with Dental Care Ireland . . .

Consultation

The first step is to book a consultation with your dentist to make sure your teeth are suitable for a professional whitening treatment. Your dentist will then perform a thorough examination of your teeth. Issues such as gum disease, tooth decay or hypersensitivity may determine whether or not you are a suitable candidate for whitening.

Also, whitening only works on natural teeth, so you may have to get crowns, veneers or fillings replaced after whitening to ensure they remain the same shade as your newly whitened teeth.

Impressions

Once the examination is complete, your dentist will take ‘impressions’ of your teeth so whitening trays can be created just for your teeth. He or she will also discuss what shade of white you would like to achieve through the treatment.

Home kit

When your trays have been made, you will be asked to return to your local practice. The Dental Care Ireland team will then provide you with these trays and the whitening kit, which includes tubes of whitening gel for you to use at home.

Your dentist will then talk you through how, when and for how long to use the gel. It is very simple and the whole process has been designed to have minimum impact on your daily life. You will also be provided with detailed written instructions and if you have any questions, the team will be only too happy to answer them.

Treatment

We generally recommend that the teeth whitening trays are used at home for at least an hour a day for between 7 and 14 days to achieve the result you want, though your dentist may have different recommendations for you.

The whitening gel can also cause some discomfort to patients with sensitive teeth, but you needn’t worry about this as it is perfectly normal. It will go away after your treatment is finished. Your dentist can also provide you with specialist sensitive toothpaste to use during your home treatment.

After the initial treatment, we will also make sure you have enough whitening gel so you can do your own ‘top-ups’ if and when desired.

After your whitening treatment, we also recommend that you keep brushing and flossing regularly to help them to stay white. Regular visits to see a dental hygienist will also help.

You can read about the Irish Dental Association’s guidelines on teeth whitening here.

All Dental Care Ireland practices currently offer dental whitening services with a special summer discount of 20 per cent for May and June 2019, so click on the practice nearest you to find out more and to book an appointment: Whitening Ashbourne, Whitening Cabinteely, Whitening Callan Dental, Whitening Carlow, Whitening Castlebar, Whitening Claregalway, Whitening Greystones, Whitening Kells, Whitening Knocklyon, Whitening Navan, Whitening Swords, Whitening Tullamore.

For more on whitening at Dental Care Ireland practices around the country, visit our website here: https://www.dentalcareireland.ie/treatment/teeth-whitening/