Teeth whitening can be a topic that many people approach with trepidation, as there are so many myths and misconceptions out there. This is a shame because the treatment brings so many life-enhancing benefits.
While it’s true that a teeth whitening treatment carried out at unscrupulous beauty salons or with dodgy DIY kits bought online can be harmful, when carried out at a professional clinic laser whitening is very safe and effective. Here’s a look at seven top benefits of laser teeth whitening at our Slough clinic.
Better looking teeth
The most obvious result of laser whitening is that your teeth will look a whole lot better! Over time, almost everyone’s teeth will become yellowed through drinking strong coloured fluids such as tea, coffee, and red wine. Smoking is notorious for tainting the teeth, and the heaviest smokers may find that their teeth have a brownish hue.
Simply getting older also means that your pearly whites might not shine so bright. A laser treatment allows you to achieve a natural looking whiteness to restore your dazzling smile.
Fast and effective results
Modern laser treatments typically take around 45 minutes, and the results are instantly visible. No faffing around for weeks with home whitening kits that give marginable results: you will walk out of the clinic with teeth that are three to six times lighter than their original shade.
An instant confidence boost
A friendly smile instantly breaks the ice, helping us to look more approachable. This can help you to make new professional connections more easily, feel more confident in job interviews, and draw people to you in social situations.
If you are on the dating scene, a clean white smile will enhance your profile picture on dating apps, and help to make a positive impression on potential partners in person.
If you are reluctant to smile because of discoloured teeth, you may be missing out on these opportunities. Teeth whitening can boost your confidence so you won’t think twice about showing off that welcoming smile.
Long-lasting results
A cosmetic teeth whitening treatment should last for up to a year or two, and may last for longer if you carefully protect your teeth and abide by the follow up care instructions. For example, avoiding smoking and drinking lots of tea, coffee, or other dark coloured fluids will help to protect your teeth from future staining.
Safe for all types of teeth
Laser teeth whitening can be carried out with non-peroxide gels, minimising the risk of any damage to your teeth. When the treatment is performed by a suitably qualified professional at a reputable cosmetic clinic, it is very safe and can be used even on people with sensitive teeth.
DIY teeth whitening kits carry a considerable amount of risk, particularly those that contain peroxides. If the kit is bought from a website or seller that is not subject to or compliant with UK regulations, the product might contain unsafe levels of peroxide that could damage your teeth and gums to a serious degree.
Customisable treatment plans
Your practitioner will carry out a pre-treatment consultation to discuss your requirements and expectations from the treatment. They will be able to tailor the intensity and duration of the treatment depending on variables such as the condition of your teeth, previous treatments, and the desired shade of whiteness you want to achieve.
For example, if you have heavily stained teeth from years of smoking, you may require more intensive doses or additional follow up treatments to achieve a natural whiteness.
Better oral hygiene awareness
Admiring your new shiny white smile in the bathroom mirror every morning will encourage you not to ease up on your oral hygiene routine. For example, you will probably pay more attention to the dentist’s advice to carry out regular flossing, brushing for at least two minutes twice a day, and reducing the amount of sugar in your diet that can lead to tooth decay.
You may also be motivated to make lasting positive lifestyle changes, such as cutting back on caffeine and alcohol, and quitting smoking.
