Polanight Teeth Whitening Kit in London,UK

How to use the Polanight kit

1. When you come to your teeth whitening consultation at our practice in Hampstead, your dentist will create a mould of your teeth. We will then use this to make a custom lightweight plastic tray that fits comfortably around your teeth.
   
   
2. Unlike a plastic retainer, these specialised trays allow for a slight gap or reservoir between the plastic and your teeth for the gel to sit in. You then collect your bespoke mouth tray and Polanight syringes from the Dental Perfection surgery in North London.
   
   
3. Following your appointment at our Hampstead practice, after brushing and flossing your teeth, place a small drop of the gel into each tooth compartment of your mouth tray. Then, place the tray around your teeth and wipe away any excess gel from the inside of your mouth with a tissue or soft dry brush.
   
   
4. After your chosen amount of time – which could be from 3hrs to the whole night – simply remove the tray. All you need to do then is rinse both the tray and your mouth with warm water and brush your teeth again.
   
   
5. You repeat this every day until you reach your desired tooth shade.

Teeth whitening consultation

If you have any teeth whitening questions, want to know the costs of teeth whitening or want to try the Polanight teeth whitening kit, speak to our team today on 020 7431 2710 or come in and see us at our welcoming practice in Hampstead.

We have been working with clients from all over North London (including St Johns Wood, Belsize Park, Highgate, and Swiss Cottage) from our Hampstead clinic since 1979.

Our North London premises is less than a minute's walk away from Hampstead Underground Station.

Polanight kit frequently asked questions

• What strength teeth whitening kit should I get?

  Polanight teeth whitening is designed especially to be kind to your teeth and gums while effectively whitening your teeth to the optimum levels. Polanight whitening gel is made from carbamide peroxide which gently bleaches your teeth to lighten the colour.

  Most other teeth whitening solutions are made with hydrogen peroxide. In terms of strength, 3% of carbamide peroxide is equal to 1% of hydrogen peroxide.

  Your home teeth whitening kit from Dental Perfection will come in one of two available strengths of carbamide peroxide; either 10% or 16%.

  The Polanight 10% teeth whitening kit is ideal for those who want stunning yet fast results. With visible results after just 15 minutes, we recommend that this can be used for 2 hours a day.

  Polanight 10% can also be applied before sleep for around seven and a half hours through the night. Then, just clean your teeth and mouth tray in the morning.

  The 16% formula is slightly faster acting than the weaker 10% gel. It’s perfect for patients who only have an hour or so to whiten their teeth throughout the day or for patients who want to achieve a brighter shade of white by applying it overnight.

  Both gels should only be used a maximum of once per day. Speak to your teeth whitening dentist about the strength of your teeth whitening kit at your consultation at our Hampstead practice.

  Call our North London team on 020 7431 2710 for answers to any of your teeth whitening questions.

• How white will my teeth go?

  This will depend on the concentration of whitening gel used, as well as the frequency and length of time you use it for. But, there will be a limit on how white your teeth will get.

  In most cases, you can expect your teeth to lighten by at least three to four shades. The teeth whitening gel will bring your teeth to their optimum level of natural whiteness, and then plateau.

  Once your teeth reach the level of brightness you want, or are not getting any lighter with the treatment, that’s when you know your treatment is complete.The best teeth whitening results are normally seen after two or three weeks of using Polanight every day.

  Teeth whitening only works on natural teeth, so if you have dental veneers, crowns or bridges their colour will not change. It’s likely your dentist colour matched them to your natural set when placing them so, once whitened, you may find your real and replacement teeth no longer match.

  Speak to our teeth whitening dentist about having your dental crowns replaced after your treatment to match your newly whitened teeth.

• How long will the results of my teeth whitening last?

  This can vary but the results of your teeth whitening will last much longer if you make the effort to maintain it and keep your teeth from staining or discolouring. Coffee, tea, red wine and smoking stain your teeth but with a good home oral hygiene routine and regular appointments with your dentist, your teeth could stay white for years.

  And, if at any point you feel you need a ‘top-up’ on your teeth whitening, you can get individual gel syringes from us. Some of our patients also keep their tooth whitening trays and repeat the process every few years.

  Call our North London team on 020 7431 2710 for answers to any of your teeth whitening questions.

• Will teeth whitening hurt?

  This is the most common concern when it comes to any kind of dental work. Whilst teeth whitening shouldn’t hurt, you may experience some sensitivity in your teeth after the process. Any sensitivity you feel shouldn’t last long – typically only for a few hours to a few days.

  We recommend brushing with sensitive toothpaste following your teeth whitening and, if your teeth are feeling too uncomfortable, that you don’t wear the whitening tray for a few nights until it feels better.It is also a good idea to refrain from eating or drinking anything ice cold or particularly hot whilst you’re experiencing sensitive teeth.

  Polanight contains natural soothers and desensitising agents which act on the nerve endings in your tooth to minimise sensitivity.

  Call our friendly team on 020 7431 2710 for answers to any of your teeth whitening questions.

• Am I suitable for teeth whitening?

  It is important that you consult with a qualified cosmetic dentist before you have your teeth whitened. The condition of your teeth and gums as well as your general oral health must be clinically checked before a dentist can prescribe and advise the most appropriate tooth whitening solution for you.

  Many people buy home teeth whitening products online or from unqualified therapists and assume they will be fine using them. This is extremely dangerous as there are a large number of factors your dentist must take into account before starting a teeth whitening programme.

  When visiting us for your consultation at our Hampstead practice, your Dental Perfection dentist will ask you a number of health and lifestyle questions and give you dental assessment. If your oral health is in good order, then you may start your treatment with our safe and approved teeth whitening products.

  However, there are certain patients that we cannot treat. These are children, pregnant women, nursing mothers, and patients who suffer with gout.

• How does Polanight help with sensitivity?

  Many other teeth whitening kits cause severe sensitivity in patients’ teeth which some can find unbearable. Polanight is different.

  Containing an extremely effective desensitising agent which acts on nerve endings within the tooth, Polanight gel cuts off pain sensors at the pulp-dentin border. This desensitising technology protects the nerves and nerve endings in your gums.

  That means sensitivity is minimised and you can whiten your teeth in comfort.

  Added natural soothers, flouride and conditioners help to enhance remineralisation in your teeth and also minimise plaque formation. This reduces sensitivity and actually helps to keep your teeth clean and strong.

  With a uniquely high water content formula, Polanight has a neutral pH to protect your gums. It also means the gel is able to release its full whitening capabilities without causing any damage to your teeth.

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