07th September 2020
How Long Does Teeth Whitening Last?
Your smile is one of the first things that people notice about you and having a bright, white smile can be a great confidence boost.
Teeth whitening is a great choice to get your sparkling smile back if you have staining and discolouration from coffee, cigarettes or suffer with darker enamel. But a question on everyone’s lips is “How long does teeth whitening last?” You’ll find out in this blog!
Teeth whitening is an effective way of lightening the natural shade of your teeth without removing any of the tooth surface, making it a safe and a popular choice for those looking to maintain or enhance their smile and to get those pearly whites looking pearly again. Having a ‘Hollywood smile’ is no longer something just available to celebrities and has become an incredibly sought-after cosmetic dental treatment.
Once you’ve invested in teeth whitening and achieved your perfect smile, you’ll want to keep your teeth looking dazzling for as long as possible. In order to maximise your results, it’s important to understand what to do to keep discolouration at bay.
You will receive a free teeth whitening consultation with Dr Peyman, who will give you a brief assessment of your teeth and general oral health and the kind of results you can expect from the treatment. Once your teeth have been assessed, a bespoke treatment plan will be developed that is individual to you and your teeth to ensure optimum results. The treatment can be carried out either at home or in the surgery or both, depending on individual needs.
For home treatments, impressions will be taken and your trays will be fabricated on the same day. The tray will be filled with dental bleach to lighten your teeth and worn for a period of time, usually only one hour each day. It’s quick and straightforward with no overnight wear needed.
Teeth whitening can also be carried out at our London or Berkshire surgeries in as little as one to two hours. Perfect for those with busy schedules!
How To Keep Your Smile Whiter For Longer
After spending time and money on perfecting your smile, it’s important to make sure that you look after your teeth in order to make your treatment last for as long as possible. Whilst professional whitening isn’t a permanent fix, you can expect it to last for up to two years although this can vary from person to person.
After your treatment, there are certain things that you can do to look after your oral hygiene and keep your teeth looking whiter for longer.
Avoid Certain Food And Drinks
Whitening treatment won’t last as long if you frequently drink liquids that could stain your teeth such as tea, coffee or red wine. We advise using a straw if you are going to drink liquids that could potentially lead to staining so that the liquid bypasses your front teeth.
It’s also good to try and drink water after you have had food and drink that could lead to stains to rinse out your mouth between brushing.
For overall oral health, we recommend eating a healthy diet with lots of nutrient-rich foods that promote healthy gums and teeth. Foods rich in calcium, phosphorus and vitamin C eaten as part of a balanced diet are all essential for keeping your mouth (and body) healthy.
Brush Regularly
It’s important to regularly brush your teeth to maintain good levels of dental hygiene. We recommend brushing or rinsing after every meal to keep your newly whitened teeth looking their best, especially if you’ve been eating coloured foods. It’s also important to floss regularly and use a disinfecting mouthwash to keep your mouth fresh and clean.
You can also use a whitening toothpaste once or twice a week. Whitening toothpastes are less powerful than teeth whitening treatments and won’t change the natural colour of your teeth but they can help to reduce the appearance of some surface-level stains.
Avoid Smoking
Smoking is one of the worst offenders when it comes to the staining of teeth.
Teeth have pores, just like skin, and stain from the absorption of nicotine and tar in tobacco can form really quickly and make your teeth look yellow or brown. We recommend that you avoid smoking after you have had your teeth whitened in order for your treatment to last as long as possible and for you to remain happy with the results.
Have Regular Appointments With Your Dentist
As well as your daily cleaning regime, it’s important to book in regular appointments with your dentist to make sure that your mouth is healthy.
At these appointments, you can ask any questions you may have about your teeth and schedule a professional cleaning if you need it. Professional cleaning by your dentist or dental hygienist is a great way to fight any pesky discolouration without having to whiten your teeth again.
How Can Dr Peyman Help?
Dr. Peyman offers a top-rated teeth whitening treatment, which will give you that perfect smile you’ve always dreamt about.
Dr Peyman’s aim is to provide a full, individually customised and comprehensive teeth whitening treatment. He will provide you with the means, instructions, materials and advice so you can keep your whiter smile in an affordable and effective way. Get it done well, get it done once!
We hope that your burning question of ‘How long does teeth whitening last?’ has been answered in this blog, but if you have any further questions or you’d like to make an enquiry, please don’t hesitate to contact us today by emailing info@drpeyman.co.uk or by calling our Ealing clinic on 020 8840 4472, our Wokingham clinic on 0118 9743970 or our Sevenoaks clinic on 01732 453 214.
We hope to hear from you soon!
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