Teeth Whitening: All You Need To Know

While there are many over-the-counter whitening agents, these are of much lower concentration than those prescribed by a dentist, and not all discolourations respond to treatment. Hence it is necessary to have a consultation with a dentist to see if you are suitable for the whitening procedure.

Yes they do — in the right cases and if used in the right way. Over the counter products have much lower concentration of the active agent so they take a longer time to work. Dentist-administered products, on the other hand, have higher concentrations so the results can be seen faster – and they last longer

Do you have photos to show how much whiter the teeth can become?

We would love to show you photos of the teeth whitening we have done for our patients however, Singapore ‘s Ministry of Health regulations do not allow the display of “before and after” photos of patients on the website. Such photos are available at our clinic for your perusal.

How long will the teeth stay white?

This depends on your habits like how effectively you brush your teeth, how much coffee, tea or wine you drink and whether you smoke.

Will teeth-whitening work for everybody?

Unfortunately no.

• Teeth Whitening products work best on natural teeth that are completely sound i.e. with no fillings or crowns.
• People with deep stains caused by antibiotics may see very little enhancement.
• Teeth with uneven colours e.g. opaque white spots, cannot be changed to uniform colour.
• People with gum recession and exposed roots, or those who have worn out teeth or faulty fillings, may feel sensitivity

For these reasons, it is best to have a professional consultation to find out which method is best for you. Sometimes all you may need is a good, professional polishing to have brighter teeth!