Methods and Procedures

Does Teeth Whitening really work?

This is a common question asked. The surface of the teeth contains millions of microscopic pores and over time, organic compounds from food, fizzy drinks, tea, coffee and tobacco etc settle into these pores and cause discoloration of the tooth enamel.

Almost all natural teeth respond to the process. However, some individual’s teeth may take longer to whiten, such as those with tetracycline antibiotic staining.

How does the Whitening Gel actually whiten teeth?

The main ingredient in all teeth whitening products is whitening gel. This gel turns into water and oxygen which penetrates the enamel and almost all types of stains are lifted out of the porous enamel. In short, the whitening gel is activated by the SmileQuest teeth whitening laser and it is in this activated state that it releases the oxygen into the teeth and the whitening process begins.

Laser Teeth Whitening Procedure

This procedure is only carried out by fully qualified B.I.T.E accredited Smile Therapists. The gel is activated by the laser light, the laser light source allows the whitening gel to decompose and penetrate the enamel a lot deeper and a lot faster than would be the case otherwise. This procedure is carried out in 10 minute applications, after 10 minutes of exposure to saliva, air and the laser light, the whitening gel reduces in concentration and does not work as effectively.

The full treatment normally consists of three to four 10 minute applications (average three ten minute applications) which can take approximately 1 hour to complete. The results are dramatic and clients can achieve up to 10 shades lighter.