SKYGATE DENTAL

Teeth Whitening Brisbane

Teeth Whitening
North Brisbane

Our Experienced team of Brisbane dentists will be able to comprehensively discuss the options available to lighten and brighten your smile. Teeth whitening can be a real boost to your smile, and can often be achieved sooner than you think. Whether you are short on time or would prefer a take-home-kit; our team at Skygate Dental will be able to recommend the best available options. It is recommended that an initial assessment be undertaken to ensure the best possible results.

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Scheduled Teeth Whitening In the Chair

For a whiter and brighter smile in a shorter time teeth whitening can be performed in just one visit. In-chair dental whitening is effective and if properly managed, very safe. Moreover, at Skygate Dental we aim to give you a smile you deserve. Using evidence-based techniques, the activated teeth bleaching treatment is completed in about one hour. In addition, in some instances the teeth may be sensitive after treatment; however, with appropriate care, this can often be minimised to a very short duration. This will be discussed before treatment is started.

Teeth Whitening In the Comfort Of Your Home

When time is a factor and you are looking for a convenient option for touching up your teeth to maintain their healthy bright glow; home-whitening kits may be just the answer. Home teeth whitening kits are safe and effective; although home kits will take time and commitment to achieve your results, they will come with time. The beauty of home whitening kits is they allow you to gradually and conveniently improve your smile when it best suits you.

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What You Should Know About Teeth Whitening

 

Common You are dedicated to oral hygiene and keeping your teeth healthy. Despite that, you recently noticed discolouration. It is crucial to note that it is perfectly normal. Discolouration occurs over time, and it is caused by the food and drinks that you consume.

Before you start looking for the professional teeth whitening Brisbane city offers, here is what you should know about the process.

HOW DO WHITENING PRODUCTS REMOVE STAINS IN THE TOOTH?

Whitening products have one of two active ingredients, either hydrogen peroxide gel or carbamide peroxide. So both can cause a chemical reaction below the enamel that breaks apart the carbon bonds that cause those yellow stains. As a result, these bonds are broken. Consequently, they are no longer able to reflect a yellow colour.

ARE DENTAL TEETH WHITENING SAFE?

Hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide are very powerful chemicals, and all teeth whitening procedures should be performed with great care. Because some whitening products with a high concentration can irritate your gums and cause undue sensitivity if used improperly.

The safest way to whiten your teeth is under the guidance of an oral health professional, your dentist. As it is important to assess your overall oral health condition and to safely and properly provide treatment that will provide the desired results.

WHAT CAUSES TEETH DISCOLOURATION?

Dentist experts recognise multiple factors as causes of teeth discolouration. Teeth yellowing is frequently an ageing sign, not that different from grey hair.

That happens because time thins the enamel, while dentin gets darker. The yellowish colour is because of the dentin visible through the enamel.

We can divide other factors into intrinsic (internal dentin discolouration) and extrinsic (outside discolouration). Intrinsic staining involves hitting a tooth or falling on it, overexposure to fluoride while you are a child, mercury and amalgam feelings, cavities, and genetics.

Extrinsic staining includes eating food that leaves stains without maintaining decent oral hygiene, as well as drinking beverages like red wine, coffee, and tea. Smoking can also have a significant effect on staining your teeth.

CAN TEETH WHITENING HELP YOU?

Yes, teeth whitening works, but it is essential to pick a method that suits your situation. That is why you speak with experts on teeth whitening client consult, who will assess your teeth and recommend a suitable treatment.

Depending on your requirements, it is possible to apply extrinsic and intrinsic whitening. Extrinsic methods focus on removing the stains on the outer tooth section called enamel.

You can use charcoal toothpaste for a whitening effect, or schedule a professional cleaning treatment.

However, all extrinsic methods only expose the inner tooth colour.

If you need to work on whitening the dentin, you will need to resort to intrinsic whitening methods. These might include using a specialised bleach or gel that will make your teeth lighter.

WHAT TEETH WHITENING OPTIONS DO WE HAVE?

The most common at-home method is using specialised rinses and toothpaste. These include abrasives focused on eliminating stains from your teeth. However, their effect is limited, and they can only work on surface stains.

Whitening toothpaste will take some time to increase your teeth’s whiteness by a single shade or two. Additionally, the effects are not that long-lasting, which means stains could appear again soon.

You can also use whitening strips. Gels based on hydrogen peroxide coat these strips, and you need to use them for two weeks. You will need to apply them twice every week, and each therapy lasts 30 minutes.

The problem with strips is that they are not designed for people that have a straight smile. Turned or overlapping teeth might cause uneven treatments, which means the results will hardly be satisfying.

The most effective method to use by yourself includes whitening trays. The treatment involves wearing trays for multiple weeks at least 30 minutes per day. If they are not uncomfortable, you can wear them overnight for a better effect.

OTC trays can be uncomfortable and expensive. If a dentist recommends this treatment, they could design a tray that will be tailored to your teeth

WHY ARE PROFESSIONAL TEETH WHITENING COST-EFFECTIVE?

While at-home methods can help, visiting a professional is a quick way to get visible whitening results in just one appointment.

Dentists are equipped for these treatments, and they can use a generous quantity of whitening substances. While they are treating your teeth, they make sure your gums remain protected.

The entire process shouldn’t last for more than an hour or so, and your teeth will be whiter for up to ten shades. Additionally, you don’t have to go through the hassle of applying strips or trays and wearing them every day.

IS IT NATURAL FOR MY TEETH TO BE SENSITIVE AFTER A WHITENING TREATMENT?

Yes, you could say that this is a “side effect” of whitening sessions. That happens because the substance used in the process causes short-term teeth and gum irritation. The sensitivity shouldn’t last for more than 24-36 hours since your teeth naturally re-hydrate.

No special precautions are needed, but you can take a painkiller (Ibuprofen) if you feel that is necessary. Tooth sensitivity from whitening your teeth can generally be mitigated by utilizing toothpaste designed for sensitive teeth.

WILL TEETH WHITENING WORK ON MY CROWNS AND VENEERS?

If you have veneers, caps, fillings, and crowns, please note that teeth whitening won’t have any effect on them. The reason is simple – they are not your natural teeth!

If you notice that your crowns are too different from your natural teeth’ colour, it might be time to replace them at your local dental clinic. If you need to reduce your teeth whitening cost, you can change the colour of your natural teeth to match the veneers.

Additionally, if your teeth are grey, the odds are you are dealing with a cavity or another problem. That is why you should consider treatments that resolve the underlying cause before a whitening treatment.

The good news is that the best experts in teeth whitening usually offer an all-around service to ensure your teeth are healthy and beautiful!

HOW TO PREVENT TEETH STAINS?

Here is what you can do to prevent or minimise stains on your teeth:

  • A balanced diet – Try to avoid sugar and process carbs. Instead, focus on fruits, veggies, lean meat, and fish. If you are drinking dark teas, coffee, or red wine, using mouthwash is recommended before you head to bed
  • Regular teeth brushing – Try to brush your teeth as soon as you get up, and before you head to bed. Additionally, you can brush them after a meal that included unhealthy foods
  • Flossing – Flossing might be even more important than brushing. It is the best way of removing food residue from your mouth, which is the first step in dealing with cavities
HOW FREQUENTLY SHOULD I WHITEN MY TEETH?

Depending on your teeth and the treatment used, the results could last from several months to a couple of years. You can prolong the effects with a healthy lifestyle, a balanced diet, and adequate oral hygiene.

If you notice that your teeth are getting yellowish again, it might be time to schedule another teeth whitening treatment. Our dentist is available for the best Brisbane teeth whitening 7 days a week.

Why Skygate Dental?

Brisbane's most accessible dentist

We are located adjacent the DFO in Brisbane airport. We are mintues away from the M1 and a short drive from both the North and South sides of Brisbane.

Practical

We are located in the Skygate Centre (so parking will never be an issue). Our patients can enjoy the convenience of a chemist, grocery store and trip to the DFO. You can enjoy knowing a trip to the dentist has all your errands in one place.

Affordable

We can claim your treatment with our HICAPs machine to make dealing with private health cover convenient. We care about our patients long term oral health, so we can help with interest-free payment plans across our services.

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Patient Care & Teeth Whitening treatment Information

Regardless if it is your first time undertaking whitening treatment or you have done a teeth whitening procedure at a dental clinic, Skygate Dental will always ensure you are well informed about the in-chair whitening process before any whitening session. The bleaching agent used for whitening teeth does not affect your tooth enamel. Our experienced dentist will conduct a smile assessment to ensure there are no other dental services required prior that may reduce the effective treatment of the whitening gel.

Quality Whitening Treatments & Comfort

Skygate Dental teeth whitening treatment is undertaken with industry-leading tooth whitening gel (aka bleaching gel). With great options for both in-chair whitening treatments and our take-home whitening kit with custom trays. Our clinically proven teeth whitening treatments are perfect for discoloured teeth often producing resulting many shades whiter. Skygate Dental takes modern dentistry to the next level during the whitening process, with comfortable seating, in-room entertainment, and personalized care. Relax in style while the whitening procedure whitens your teeth many shades whiter in one pain-free visit.

After Treatment Care

Whether it is in-chair teeth whitening at the dental clinic by our appropriately qualified health practitioner or our home whitening kit, we will ensure you have all the aftercare instructions following your cosmetic treatments. This assists in ensuring your whiter teeth remain pearly whites much longer. Some instructions are as simple as avoiding drinking tea and soft drinks and other staining foods. We ensure you experience Brisbane teeth whitening at its best.