Teeth Whitening: A Brighter Smile, Safely Done

Teeth whitening is one of the simplest, most effective ways to refresh your smile — but only when it’s done safely, by a dental professional. At Spixworth Dental Practice, we offer dentist-supervised whitening treatments that use clinically-proven products to lift years of staining and reveal a whiter, brighter smile.

🧠 What Causes Teeth to Discolour?

Teeth darken over time thanks to a mix of factors:

• Tea, coffee, red wine, cola, curry
• Smoking and vaping
• Age — enamel naturally thins, revealing the darker dentine underneath
• Some medications (certain antibiotics, antihistamines)
• Trauma to a tooth

Surface stains can often be lifted with a hygienist’s scale and polish. For deeper discolouration, professional whitening is the answer.

🦷 Our Whitening Options

Take-Home Whitening (£300)

Custom-made bespoke whitening trays, worn at home with a clinical-strength gel.

• Impressions taken at your first visit; trays ready about a week later
• Typically worn for a set time each day for 2–3 weeks
• Results build up gradually — fully dentist-supervised
• Top-up syringes (pack of 4) available for £75

Pola Light (Over-the-Counter Option — £150)

A simpler at-home system using ready-to-wear gel strips with a light activator.

• Good choice for mild staining
• No impressions or trays required
• Quick to start, results in under two weeks

Your dentist will help you pick the right option for the level of staining you have and the result you’re aiming for.

⚠️ A Word About Whitening “Legally”

In the UK, tooth whitening can only legally be carried out by a registered dental professional. Whitening kiosks in high streets, beauty salons and via some online retailers are unsafe — and often illegal. We only use approved, regulated products with dentist oversight.

💬 What to Expect

1. Consultation — health check, colour record, and a discussion of what’s realistic
2. Prep — impressions taken (take-home option) and trays fitted
3. Treatment — worn at home; results appear over 2–3 weeks
4. Review — check how you’ve progressed and whether top-ups are needed

Some patients experience mild, temporary sensitivity during treatment — your dentist will advise on managing this.

⚖️ Cost

See our Fees page for the current whitening price list. Teeth whitening is a private cosmetic treatment.