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How Does Teeth Whitening Treatment Work?
This article explores the causes of tooth staining and explains how Enlighten teeth whitening can restore a brighter, more confident smile. It begins by highlighting common lifestyle causes of discolouration, such as tea, coffee, red wine, dark berries, fizzy drinks, and spicy foods. It also explains that as enamel naturally thins with age, the darker dentin beneath can show through, giving teeth a yellowed appearance. The article then explains how Enlighten whitening works. The system uses chemical oxidation to break down stains on and beneath the enamel. A specially formulated whitening gel is placed into custom-made trays, allowing it to penetrate the enamel and lighten the teeth by up to 16 shades. Treatment begins with a dental visit to take impressions for bespoke trays and to provide a preparatory toothpaste designed to strengthen enamel and reduce sensitivity. Patients then complete most of the treatment at home by wearing the trays nightly for two weeks. The process is described as safe, comfortable, and easy to follow. After the home phase, patients return to the clinic for a final 40-minute appointment, where the teeth are brightened by the final few shades to achieve optimal results. The article highlights the key benefits of Enlighten, including its superior effectiveness compared to over-the-counter whitening products, improved safety, and long-lasting results. It also notes that Enlighten can achieve Vita B1, the lightest and most natural tooth shade. The article concludes by encouraging readers to book a consultation at Harley Private Dental to learn more about how Enlighten whitening can eliminate stains and help them smile with confidence again.
How Does Teeth Whitening Treatment Work?
Stains: they happen to the best of us. Whether your guilty pleasure is the occasional cappuccino, a few cups of Earl Grey, or a glass of Chilean Shiraz, the treats we love often leave their mark on our teeth.
If your teeth aren’t as white as you’d like them to be, it can make you self-conscious and less eager to show off your smile. The good news is that discolouration and staining don’t have to become a permanent fixture on your teeth; we can improve their appearance with a whitening treatment.
With Enlighten at-home teeth whitening treatment, you can enhance your smile. But how does teeth whitening work? Let’s take a look at everything you need to know about Enlighten.
What Causes Stains and Discolouration?
Before we discuss how Enlighten brightens your smile and removes stains, we need to discuss how they get there in the first place. Much of the staining that you may experience can be caused by food and drink. Some of the most common stain-inducing items include:
- Tea and coffee
- Red wine
- Dark berries
- Fizzy drinks
- Spicy food
Your teeth get their natural whiteness from the enamel. This tough coating can become thinner as you age. As it thins, the darker layer of dentin beneath starts to become visible through the enamel. This gives your teeth a yellow appearance.
How Does Enlighten Work?
Enlighten uses chemical oxidation to break down the stains on the surface of your teeth. Using whitening trays filled with a special gel that passes through your enamel, it’s possible to brighten your teeth by up to 16 shades.
You’ll carry out the majority of your treatment in the comfort of your own home, but first, we’ll need to get impressions of your teeth so that your whitening trays can be made to measure. We’ll also get you started using a special toothpaste that strengthens your enamel and reduces sensitivity during the treatment.
Once your custom trays are ready, you can start the treatment. Each night for the next two weeks, you’ll wear the trays. They’re lightweight, comfortable, and safe.
After the two weeks are up, we’ll get you back into the clinic for a final 40-minute appointment where we’ll lighten your teeth by the final few shades.
What Are the Benefits of Enlighten?
Enlighten is one of the most popular and effective at-home whitening treatments. We’re confident in its abilities. Not only does it give much better results than shop-bought treatments, but it is considerably safer.
Vita B1 is the most natural shade of white possible. Enlighten can help you achieve this shade and improve your self-confidence. Best of all, its results are long-lasting and can be topped up as required.
Light Up Your Smile With Harley Private Dental
At Harley Private Dental, we want you to shine bright with all of the confidence you deserve. To learn more about how Enlighten can help you eliminate stains and discolouration and achieve your dream smile, book your consultation today.
