Tooth Whitening

Your smile is important. It's one of the first things you notice when you meet someone. A whiter, brighter smile is beautiful - it can help you feel better about yourself and make a memorable impression.

At Smile Studio Penarth, we off a range of treatments to suit your needs.

Zoom!® Tooth Whitening

Zoom!® is a bleaching process that lightens discoloration of enamel and dentin.

What causes tooth discolouration?
There are many causes. The most common include ageing and consumption of staining substances such as coffee, tea, some carbonated drinks, tobacco, red wine, etc. During tooth formation, consumption of tetracycline, certain antibiotics or excessive fluoride may also cause tooth discoloration.

Can anyone benefit from Zoom!® tooth whitening?
Almost anyone. However, treatment may not be as effective for some as it is for others. Your dental professional can determine if this treatment is suitable for you through a thorough oral exam, including a shade assessment.

How long does the treatment take?
The complete procedure takes less than an hour. The procedure begins with a preparation period followed by as little as 45 minutes of bleaching.

How long do the results last?
By following some simple post whitening care instructions, your teeth will always be lighter than they were before. To keep your teeth looking their best, we recommend flossing, brushing twice daily, and occasional touch-ups with Zoom!® Weekender or Nite White gel. These are professional formula products designed specifically to keep your teeth their brightest. They are available only through your dental professional.

 

Home Tooth Whitening

To begin, impressions of the upper and lower teeth are taken and are sent to our technician, who in turn casts specially made bleaching trays. On your next visit your dentist will check the fit of the trays and provide you with syringes of carbamide peroxide gel and instructions for you to use this at home. You will wear the trays for 30-60 minutes at a time, until the desired result is achieved. The advantages of this are that you are completely in control, and that you can top up the whitening whenever you want.

The take-home tooth whitening kit of upper and lower trays and a gel is given at a discounted price if it is taken up at the time of the in-house procedure.