Teeth Whitening in Richmond, BC
Tray-based teeth whitening uses custom-fitted plastic trays and professional whitening gel to lighten eligible natural teeth. Detailed models of your mouth help create trays that fit closely and distribute the gel more evenly.
Richmond Denture Clinic provides custom teeth whitening trays for use at home according to personalized instructions. Treatment may reduce certain types of staining and gradually brighten your natural tooth colour.
Whitening results vary according to the cause and severity of discolouration, natural tooth shade, treatment consistency and lifestyle habits. Crowns, veneers, fillings, implants and dentures will not change colour during whitening.
Contact our clinic to schedule a teeth whitening consultation in Richmond and determine whether tray-based whitening is appropriate for you.
Are You Eligible for Teeth Whitening?
Whitening may not be suitable for every patient or every type of discolouration. Professional assessment helps identify oral conditions, restorations or sensitivity concerns that may affect treatment.
Treatment may need to be postponed or modified when patients:
- Have untreated cavities, active infections or gum disease
- Experience significant tooth sensitivity or gum recession
- Have crowns, veneers or fillings that will remain their existing shade
- Have primary teeth or mixed dentition
- Are pregnant or nursing and have not discussed elective whitening with their healthcare providers
Missing teeth or dental implants do not automatically prevent whitening, but only the surrounding natural teeth will respond. When whitening natural teeth around restorations, existing dental work may appear different in colour after treatment.
What Results Can You Expect From Teeth Whitening?
Whitening gel may reduce discolouration caused by ageing and certain food, drink or lifestyle habits. Results from teeth whitening for coffee stains, tea stains or tobacco stains vary according to the depth and type of staining.
Some grey, brown, medication-related or injury-related discolouration may respond differently and require another cosmetic treatment. Professional assessment can help establish realistic expectations before whitening begins.
Temporary sensitivity after whitening or gum irritation may occur. Contact the clinic if discomfort becomes significant or continues after pausing treatment.
Results are not permanent. Diet, smoking, oral hygiene and natural ageing can gradually affect tooth colour, so future touch-up treatment may be considered following professional guidance.
What You Should Know Before Teeth Whitening
Before beginning take-home teeth whitening, our team reviews your teeth, gums, restorations and history of sensitivity. Any untreated oral health concerns should be addressed before whitening begins.
Wear your fitted whitening trays only for the recommended amount of time. Use the prescribed quantity of gel, keep excess material away from the gums and follow all product and clinic instructions.
Treatment length varies according to the whitening product, starting tooth shade, desired result and sensitivity. Using more gel or wearing the trays longer than directed will not guarantee better results and may increase irritation.
Follow your clinic’s instructions on how to clean whitening trays and store them safely between uses. Contact Richmond Denture Clinic if the trays become damaged, stop fitting correctly or cause persistent discomfort.
Brighten Your Smile With Professional Whitening
Richmond Denture Clinic provides professional take-home teeth whitening in Richmond, BC, using trays customized to your mouth. Schedule a consultation to discuss your goals, suitability and expected results.