Sporting smiles whitening
Professional whitening results depend on the original stain, tooth condition, treatment method, and whether existing restorations are present.
What is the direct answer?
Professional whitening results depend on the original stain, tooth condition, treatment method, and whether existing restorations are present.
What does this question mean?
A branded whitening service is a dental bleaching treatment, not a way to recolour every material in the mouth. Peroxide acts on natural tooth structure, while composite, porcelain, and metal restorations retain their existing shade.
What can you do next?
Ask for an examination, shade assessment, and review of fillings or crowns before treatment. Follow the prescribed application time, protect the gums from gel, and mention sensitivity before the appointment.
When should you seek dental care?
Get dental advice before bleaching a painful tooth, a tooth with a large restoration, or teeth with exposed roots. Report severe sensitivity, ulcerated gums, or a new dark tooth promptly.
What should you ask the dentist?
Ask which stains are likely to respond, what shade change is realistic for your teeth, and whether restorations will need replacement for colour matching. Ask about tray fit, gel contact, and sensitivity control.
Frequently asked questions
Will whitening match my fillings?
No; restorations do not bleach, so a dentist may plan replacement after the natural teeth reach the desired shade.
What if whitening hurts?
Pain can reflect sensitivity, decay, cracks, exposed roots, or gum contact with gel and should be assessed.