Teeth Bleaching in London, Ontario
BRIGHTEN YOUR SMILE
What Causes Tooth Discolouration?
Teeth can become discoloured for many reasons, including the natural aging process, foods and beverages, tobacco use, bacterial deposits, and everyday staining. In some cases, discoloration may also result from trauma, previous dental treatment, or changes within the tooth itself.
At Westmount Dental Office, Dr. Yury Kabak, Dr. Alena Yurchuk, Dr. Fady Ashour, and our dental team carefully assess the cause of tooth discolouration before recommending treatment. Depending on your needs, professional whitening may also help improve the appearance of certain white spots and deeper stains while creating a brighter, more uniform smile.
Although regular brushing, flossing, and professional dental cleanings help control surface stains, deeper discoloration often requires professional whitening treatment to achieve noticeable results.
Is Professional Teeth Whitening Safe?
Professional teeth whitening is a safe and effective cosmetic treatment when completed under the supervision of a dental professional. Before treatment begins, our team evaluates your oral health, current tooth shade, tooth sensitivity, and the cause of the discoloration to determine whether whitening is the right option for you.
Unlike many over the counter whitening products, professional treatment is carefully customized to your individual needs. This helps achieve more predictable results while minimizing tooth sensitivity and improving overall comfort throughout the whitening process.
Whitening Options at Westmount Dental Office
At Westmount Dental Office, we offer professional whitening treatments designed to safely brighten your smile while providing results that match your goals and lifestyle.
Philips Zoom In-Office Whitening
Philips Zoom professional whitening is completed in approximately one hour at our clinic and is ideal for patients looking to achieve noticeable whitening in a single visit. This treatment is carefully monitored by our dental team to provide safe, comfortable, and effective results.
Take-Home Whitening Kits
For patients who prefer whitening at home, we also offer professional take-home whitening systems. Treatment is completed gradually over approximately two weeks using professional whitening gel and custom or manufacturer provided trays. This option allows you to whiten your teeth at your own pace while achieving predictable, professional results.
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes teeth to become stained or discoloured?
Teeth naturally become darker over time due to aging, but staining can also occur from coffee, tea, red wine, tobacco use, certain foods, bacterial deposits, and trauma to the teeth. During your consultation at Westmount Dental Office, our team will determine the cause of your tooth discoloration and recommend the most appropriate whitening option for your smile.
Is professional teeth whitening safe?
Yes. Professional teeth whitening is considered safe when performed under the supervision of a dental professional. Before treatment, our dentists evaluate your oral health, existing dental work, and tooth sensitivity to ensure whitening is appropriate for you. This personalized approach helps provide effective results while minimizing sensitivity and protecting your oral health.
What is the difference between Philips Zoom and take-home whitening?
Philips Zoom in-office whitening is completed in about one hour and is ideal for patients seeking immediate results. Take-home whitening kits gradually brighten your teeth over approximately two weeks using professional whitening gel and trays. During your visit, our team will help determine which option best fits your goals and lifestyle.
Will teeth whitening work on crowns, fillings, or veneers?
Professional whitening treatments brighten natural tooth enamel but do not change the colour of crowns, veneers, composite fillings, or other dental restorations. Before treatment, your dentist will review your existing dental work and discuss what results you can realistically expect based on your individual smile.
How long do teeth whitening results last?
The longevity of whitening results depends on your oral hygiene habits, diet, and lifestyle. Many patients enjoy brighter teeth for months or even years by maintaining regular dental cleanings, practicing good home care, and limiting foods and beverages that commonly stain teeth. Touch-up treatments may also be recommended to help maintain your desired shade over time.
