Teeth Whitening Port Macquarie
Good Impressions Start with a Sparkling Smile
Whether due to extrinsic or intrinsic factors, one’s teeth can develop a disappointing shade. At Port Macquarie Dental Centre, we can help!
Teeth whitening (also called teeth bleaching) is a non-invasive, simple, and effective cosmetic dental procedure that improves the shade of your teeth to emphasise the beauty of your smile.
At Port Macquarie Dental Centre, we offer in-office and at-home teeth whitening. But not everyone’s teeth can undergo teeth whitening process, so it is very important to consult with your Port Macquarie dentist to make sure you are a qualified candidate.
Common Causes of Tooth Discolouration
Your teeth are constantly exposed to different substances every day, and that may adversely affect them. Keeping your teeth bright and glowing can be very challenging.
Knowing the common culprits of staining and darkening is the first step to keeping your teeth bright.
The following are the common causes of tooth discolouration:
- Coffee
- Wine
- Citrus fruits
- Soda
- Tea
- Tooth trauma
- Too much fluoride
- Smoking
- Age
- Dentinogenesis Imperfecta (a genetic disorder that causes discoloured and translucent teeth)
Teeth Whitening Options in Port Macquarie
We offer two approaches, In-chair and Home-Whitening systems.
In-chair Whitening Procedure
In-chair Whitening is a teeth whitening option which lightens the shade of the teeth up to eight times better than conventional treatments, in just an hour!
The treatment uses an advanced power chairside lamp to stimulate the bleaching process.
The bleaching gel used removes stains that can’t be removed by conventional teeth whitening. This procedure gives you a healthy and longer-lasting glow.
- Usually requires just one visit that lasts from 1 to 2 hours.
- Your lips and gums are protected, and only your teeth are exposed.
- The In-chair whitening gel is applied
- A special curing light is focused on teeth to break up stains or discolouration
Home Whitening System
Take-home whitening helps you enjoy the benefits of teeth whitening in the comforts of your home.
At your first visit before your treatment, your Port Macquarie dentist will discuss with you the possible results, and will take impressions of your teeth to make bleaching trays. Once the trays are constructed, we will give them to you with a bleaching kit.
You will also be provided with instructions on using the bleaching kit over the following two weeks.
It is one of the most popular and cost-effective methods of whitening teeth.
- Your Port Macquarie dentist will take impressions of your teeth
- The moulds will be used to make custom-fitted trays which will be used to hold the whitening gel in your mouth
- Your dentist will provide verbal and written instructions on how to use the trays.
Teeth Whitening in Port Macquarie
Enjoy life’s best moments better with brighter teeth and a stunning smile with in-chair whitening at only $680.
In-chair procedure performed by the registered dentist and TGA approved Australian made product used.
There’s nothing more we want than to give you a smile you deserve.
What are you waiting for? Talk to your Port Macquarie dentist today!
Call us on (02) 6105 9853 or request your appointment online.
We are located at 38 Buller St in Port Macquarie.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is teeth whitening permanent?
Teeth whitening isn’t permanent. It can last from a couple of months up to 3 years – it varies from person to person.
The whitening effect won’t last as long if you smoke, or if you drink red wine, tea, or coffee, which can all stain your teeth.