Teeth Whitening

No! Professional teeth whitening involves the use of a gel which will break down dark pigment molecules in your teeth to make them lighter. Non-professional solutions and remedies can be harmful though.

When performed by a dental professional using the correct techniques and products, whitening generally does not damage your teeth.
However, overuse, misuse, or use of unregulated whitening products can lead to enamel erosion, sensitivity, or gum irritation.

Teeth whitening can temporarily make your teeth a little more sensitive to cold stimulus. This sensitivity will go away when you stop the whitening.

Yes, professional whitening treatments are considered safe when carried out under dentist supervision.
Dentists use controlled-dose bleaching agents and protective measures to minimise risks like enamel weakening or gum irritation.

If you want fast, dramatic, and reliable results, especially for deep or long-standing stains, a professional in-office whitening treatment is usually the most effective option.
For mild discoloration, gradual whitening or maintenance, at-home whitening kits may be acceptable, but they generally deliver more subtle results over a longer period.

Depending on your habits the results can last for years. We provide you with a system where you can top-up the results at home very easily. As long as you keep the trays, you will just need to buy a top up of gel.

Yellow teeth can be whitened using professional whitening systems. However the cause of the discolouration must be determined in order to assess whether teeth whitening is a suitable treatment option to improve the shade.

Generally teeth may appear yellow if the enamel layer is very thin or translucent. The underlying dentine layer which is yellow in colour may show through more giving the appearance of yellow or darker teeth. Poor oral hygiene and plaque accumulation can also cause teeth to look darker.

The cost of teeth whitening in Greenwich and Battersea will depend on which whitening system is used. At The Cosmetic Dental Gallery we have two different home whitening systems, Boutique whitening and Enlighten whitening. Boutique whitening is £395 and Enlighten whitening is £695.

Teeth whitening does not hurt but some patients may experience sensitivity. Our dentists will assess your teeth during your consultation to check if there are any contraindications or teeth that could be susceptible to sensitivity. Sensitivity does tend to be transient meaning that it will resolve after the whitening treatment has been completed. There are multiple ways to manage sensitivity and our dentists will discuss counter measures to help ensure your whitening experience is as pleasant as possible.

In most cases the result of teeth whitening can be exceptional. There are some instances where the result may look uneven which results in teeth looking patchy. This tends to occur in cases where the enamel may not be of good quality or if the enamel is affected by conditions such as hypomineralisation or fluorosis. Your teeth will be assessed during your consultation and if any conditions that affect the teeth are present we will make a decision together whether whitening or an alternative treatment may be more suitable.