• orthodontics
• whitening
• bite splint therapy
• oral cancer screening
• dental implants
• periodontal disease
• preventive dentistry
• pit & fissure sealants
• radiographs (x-rays)
• wisdom teeth

power whitening in about 60 minutes
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THE advanced tooth whitening system

Whitening of teeth is an increasingly common aspect of dentistry which has found great favour all over the world, and is becoming more popular here in the United Kingdom. It is generally understood that certain liquids or substances, if used over the years can often impart a yellow hue to the teeth. Those who drink copious amounts of tea, coffee, red wine, or who smoke regularly, will find that their teeth are not as pristine as they should be. A procedure which can overcome these colour changes without resorting to invasive placement of veneers is to be welcomed.

Here at The Private Treatment Centre, we approach whitening in a comprehensive manner, and undertake the following procedures:

1. Examination and records
2. Professional cleaning with dental hygienist [Optional]
3. Dental moulds and fabrication of mouth trays - but don't worry! These are very small, and only intended to allow you to carry the process on at home for as long as you wish.
4. Supply of instructions and bleaching materials
5. Review appointment [Optional]
6. Recommendation [Optional]: follow up toothpaste and electric toothbrush systems. 3 minutes with a properly conceived electric toothbrush has to be better than 45 seconds by hand!

PROBLEMS

• It is possible that the appearance of some front fillings may change. We would advise you of the best course of action to remedy this
• If you suffer from a degree of receded gum tissue, this can lead to a short-term sensitivity of the teeth. However, this can be remedied by using appropriate toothpaste as recommended by either Dr Lister or one of our Dental Hygiene Team
• Failure to take care by following the instructions exactly during application of the gel can lead to a localised gum soreness, and occasionally mouth ulcers. There is little point in rushing the treatment, as this will not lead to a satisfactory result. By the same token, leaving the bleaching materials on for longer than instructed may cause soreness, and is not necessary.

THE COST
Our charge for the procedure is as follows:

• Fabrication of moulds and home whitening trays
• Dentist fitting, and follow up review
• Power Whitening of upper and lower dental arches
• Supply of all Whitening materials
• Advice re follow up toothpaste (eg Opalescence® or Janina®)

TOTAL: from £595

DISCLAIMER - sorry, there have to be some!

• The eye can deceive and we cannot guarantee that the colour change that takes place in your teeth will answer you aesthetic concerns about your appearance.
• Whitening can be the start of a dental education process which can lead to more dentistry being indicated or appropriate that was previously thought to be the case
• It is likely that existing plastic or tooth coloured restorations will change in appearance, and may become unsatisfactory in this respect.

Results

Below are two comparison images of a recent tooth whitening result, these are the kind of results you can expect from our treatment.

Enlighten

For alternative dental whitening, take a look over our Enlighten products and services

Useful links

www.sdi.com.au/pola/pola.asp - Pola whitening materials
www.janina.co.uk/ - Janina Toothpaste
www.ultradent.com/toothwhitening/OpalToothpaste/opaltoothpaste.htm - Opalescence toothpaste

Correct as at 1 October 2003