Teeth whitening is among the most common procedures for our patients here in North Sydney. It is a quick and easy method of brightening your smile and encouraging a youthful visage, and thousands of Sydneysiders ask their dentist every year. However, questions often arise about its level of safety.

One of the reasons for this is the fact that many practices do not recommend such a procedure for pregnant women or breastfeeding mothers. This has given people the misconception that these procedures could be harmful, but this is not true. This recommendation is purely precautionary. There is no evidence that teeth whitening is harmful.

That said, teeth whitening must be done correctly. Excessive use of hydrogen peroxide gels or too many applications can result in tooth sensitivity, as the chemical must penetrate into the enamel to provide a lasting colour change. Sensible uses of this procedure are the best guard against such problems.

Combining whitening procedures with primary tooth care is an excellent method of ensuring your teeth will not suffer from teeth whitening. Starting with clean teeth, as stain-free as possible, will help the procedure take hold and operate to its fullest potential.

Professional teeth whitening is a risk-free method of gaining a whiter, brighter smile that you will be more tempted to flash throughout your day. To find out more about our various methods of whitening your smile in our dental clinic on Sydney’s North Shore, get in touch.