Let yourself shine

Having white, gleaming teeth is an attribute many of us desire. Whilst this is nothing new, in recent years we’ve noticed a significant peak, here at Farnham Road Dental Practice, in the number of new patients who are seeking out further information on cosmetic teeth whitening in Guildford to bring out the true brightness and potential in their smiles and boost their self-esteem and confidence. Whether this increase in new patients is due to the rise in social media documentation and photography of our daily lives, or whether it is the ‘smiles of the stars’ which are shown to us through films, media and television that is the cause of this increase – here at Farnham Road Dental Practice we are just overjoyed to see a rising proportion of people – both young and old – take back control of their smiles enabling them to truly shine through seeking our services.

Washed-out smiles

There are a multitude of reasons as to why someone may seek out cosmetic teeth whitening in Guildford from one of our expert specialists. Over time, the natural enamel – which is the outermost layer – of a patient’s teeth can become stained, discoloured or yellowed. This is a natural stage in ageing, but can be the cause of a great deal of social anxiety for many. Additionally, certain lifestyle choices and dietary habits can result in superficial stains or marks on a patient’s teeth. Typically, any fluid with the potential to stain your clothes (red wine, tea, black coffee etc) has the potential to stain your teeth and – if consumed regularly – can result in your teeth becoming dulled or marked. Smoking and chewing tobacco are also some of the common causes of tooth discolouration or staining, and certain medications can also have a detrimental effect on the colour of your enamel. However, if the enamel on your teeth is yellowed, stained or marked, you needn’t fear. Thanks to the expertise of our specialists here at Farnham Road Dental Practice, those who opt for teeth whitening in Guildford can find their smiles rejuvenated and rid of any stains in a matter of weeks.

Brightening things up

The process of seeking out the aid of our teeth whitening specialists here at Farnham Road Dental Practice initially involves the patient taking part in a friendly, informal consultation. This helps us establish the extent of treatment that is necessary, as well as to gauge the overall dental well-being of the patient and establish their eligibility for cosmetic whitening. The consultation also allows us to take an impression of each patient’s unique dental structure. From this, a bespoke mould is created in-house, which the patient is then allowed to take home. Once home, the patient can apply a small amount of a specialist peroxide-based whitening agent, provided by us here at Farnham Road, within the retainer, before wearing it. As the patient continues to wear their retainer periodically – at a time of their choosing – over the next two weeks, they will gradually see their teeth get whiter and whiter, until they are shining healthily and the patient’s self-confidence is restored.