An introduction to
Teeth Whitening
A brighter, fresher smile with safe and professional care
A brighter smile can make a remarkable difference to how you feel. At The Repton Clinic, we offer professional teeth whitening designed to lift stains safely and effectively, while protecting the health of your teeth.
Our approach is always personalised. We take time to assess your smile, explain your options clearly, and ensure you feel confident before beginning treatment.
What is Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic treatment that lightens the natural colour of your teeth by gently breaking down stains within the enamel.
Over time, teeth can become discoloured due to coffee, tea, red wine, smoking, certain foods, and the natural ageing process. Professional whitening uses clinically approved whitening gels, carefully prescribed and monitored by a dental professional, to achieve safe and noticeable results.
Unlike over the counter products, professional whitening is tailored to you, offering safer, more predictable and longer lasting improvements.
Key Benefits of Teeth Whitening
- Noticeably brighter smile with natural looking results
- Safe and clinically supervised treatment
- Custom made whitening trays for comfort and precision
- Gradual, controlled whitening to reduce sensitivity
- Boosts confidence without altering tooth structure
- More effective and reliable than shop bought alternatives
Who is Teeth Whitening for?
Teeth whitening is ideal if you:
- Feel your teeth look dull or stained
- Regularly drink coffee, tea, or red wine
- Have staining from smoking
- Want to refresh your smile before a special occasion
- Are considering cosmetic treatments such as bonding or veneers and want a brighter base shade
Whitening works best on natural teeth. During your consultation, we will assess existing restorations such as fillings, crowns, or bonding, as these materials do not change colour with whitening. If whitening is not suitable for you, we will explain why and guide you towards the most appropriate alternatives.
The Process
We make the process simple, safe, and comfortable.
- Consultation and suitability assessment: We examine your teeth and gums to ensure they are healthy and suitable for whitening.
- Shade recording: We record your starting shade so you can clearly see your progress.
- Custom tray fitting: Precise impressions are taken to create bespoke whitening trays that fit comfortably and evenly.
- Whitening at home: You apply the professional whitening gel in your custom trays at home, following our clear instructions.
- Review and final assessment: We review your results, ensure you are happy with the outcome, and provide guidance on maintaining your brighter smile.
- Personalised smile design consultations
- Comprehensive treatment planning
- Evening and weekend appointments
- Convenient, free on-site parking
- Disabled Access
- Privately owned independent clinic
- General dentistry, cosmetic dentistry and aesthetic services