Teeth Whitening in south Croydon
If you have stained teeth that make you feel self-conscious about smiling, professional teeth whitening can significantly lighten the colour of your teeth and enhance your smile by using a dental whitening agent. With guidance from a qualified dentist, it’s the safest and best way to brighten up your smile.
home teeth whitening kits
We offer a range of home whitening kit options for teeth whitening:
A tooth whitening gel is placed by yourself, in a tray that is custom made to fit over the teeth like a very thin gum shield. The tray containing the gel is worn for a period of 2-3 hours once a day for 7-12 days.
This involves 2-3 visits:
- First Visit: We take impressions to construct a quality bespoke tooth whitening tray(s) to fit around your teeth.
- Second Visit: We fit the tray(s), take photos and your shade before treatment, and give you the gel with specific instructions on the do’s and don’ts.
- Third Visit: We usually review you approximately 2 weeks later to take your new shade.
Some patients may experience sensitivity from hot and cold drinks after treatment. If you are considering Teeth Whitening, please ask your dentist for further information about risks, benefits and suitability.
how much does a teeth whitening dentist in croydon cost?
| Service | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Teeth Whitening Office/In Surgery | £300 | (In surgery shade) |
| Teeth Whitening at home kit | £425 | (Pola Tooth Whitening, trays and 8 x 16% tubes) |
| Teeth Whitening at home kit | £695 | (Enlighten Guaranteed Shade B1 Tooth Whitening) |
| Additional Pola 16% tube | £40 | – |
| Additional Enlighten 16% tube | £645 | – |
whitening teeth for Brighter Smiles in croydon
Whitening is for people who suffer from teeth stained by food, drink – mainly red wine, coffee and tea – and tobacco. Professional teeth whitening guided by the dentist is a safe way to brighten up your smile and does not remove any natural tooth material.
Whitening only works on natural teeth: it will not change the colour of existing toot coloured fillings, porcelain crowns, veneers, bridges or denture teeth – these may need to be replaced to ensure good shade matching.
We deliver three types of teeth whitening:
1. The Custom-Fit Home Kit
This is our most popular and long-lasting method.
- The Fit: We take a 3D scan of your teeth to create trays that custom fit your mouth perfectly. This ensures the gel stays in contact with your teeth and doesn’t leak onto your gums (which can cause irritation).
- The Gel: You place a small amount of professional whitening gel (Pola Day or Enlighten) into the trays and wear them for a set amount of time each day (usually 1–2 hours or overnight) for about 2–3 weeks.
- The Benefit: Because it is gradual, it results in less sensitivity for many patients and allows you to “top up” your smile in the future using the same trays.
2. In-Office “Power” Whitening Pola Office
If you need results quickly, we perform the whitening here in the clinic.
- Protection: We apply a protective barrier to your gums to keep them safe from the high-concentration gel.
- Activation: We apply the gel directly to your teeth.
- The Benefit: You can achieve a significantly whiter smile in just one 30 to 45-minute session.
3. Combination Treatment
For the absolute best and most stable results, we often recommend a combination of both. We start with the home kit to deep-clean the internal structure of the teeth and finish with an in-office session to “lock in” the brightest possible shade.
Important Safety Note
Unlike “whitening” toothpastes, which are often abrasive and simply scrub away surface stains, professional whitening does not damage or thin your enamel. It is a safe, chemical reaction that changes the internal colour of the tooth without affecting its structural integrity.
professional teeth whitening brands we use
Pola Advanced Tooth Whitening System
We offer Pola Day, a professional take-home teeth whitening kit to brighten your smile during the daytime. We also use Pola Office as our in-chair teeth whitening system at Mayfield Dental.
Enlighten teeth whitening
Enlighten is a premium, dentist-supervised teeth whitening system. It is the only whitening system that guarantees your teeth will reach the B1 shade (natural white) regardless of your initial shade.
what to do after getting your teeth professionally whitened?
Read our principal dentist’s guide with tips on do’s and don’ts after professional teeth whitening treatment.
FAQ
You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers
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Yes, professional teeth whitening is often worth it because it delivers faster, safer more noticeable results than over-the-counter products. A dental professional uses stronger, clinically approved whitening agents that safely remove deep stains caused by coffee, tea, wine, and smoking. Most patients see their teeth become several shades whiter in a single treatment.
At Mayfield Dental, we use professional-grade whitening agents that are significantly stronger and more effective than anything available over the counter.
The science behind it is quite simple: we use a specialised peroxide gel (usually carbamide peroxide or hydrogen peroxide) that penetrates the porous surface of your enamel. Once inside, the gel breaks down the “chromogens” – the large pigment molecules responsible for deep staining -effectively dissolving the discolouration from the inside out.
Once your custom-made trays have arrived back at our clinic, the at-home whitening process (with Pola Day or Enlighten) typically takes 2 to 3 weeks to reach your optimum shade. Most patients begin to see a noticeable difference after the 3rd or 4th day.
The total time required can vary based on:
- Your starting shade: Natural yellow tones often whiten faster than grey tones.
- The type of staining: Whether the stains are on the surface (external) or deeper within the tooth (internal).
- Consistency: For the best results, the trays should be worn daily as directed.
If you have a fast-approaching event and a very limited timeframe, we also offer an in-office whitening system (Pola Office) that can brighten your smile in just 30 minutes. However, for the most effective and longest-lasting results, we generally recommend using this in-office treatment in conjunction with a home kit.
At Mayfield Dental, we use a modern intra-oral scanner, so there is no need for traditional putty impressions (which can often be messy and uncomfortable).
The process is very quick:
- The Scan: It takes just 5–10 minutes to create a precise 3D map of your mouth.
- The Laboratory: This digital map is sent instantly to a specialised dental laboratory, where your custom trays are manufactured.
- Turnaround Time: It typically takes approximately 2 weeks for the trays to be made and shipped back to our clinic.
If you are in a rush for a special occasion, such as a wedding, we can express the order for an additional charge to get your trays back sooner.
Teeth whitening is generally safe when performed by a dental professional, but some people may experience temporary tooth sensitivity or mild gum irritation. These effects usually fade within a few days. A dentist can assess your teeth beforehand to ensure whitening is safe and suitable for you.
“I always feel in incredibly capable hands with Deepali. I’ve seen her a few times now and each time she has been consistently caring, gentle, and reassuring.
She’s extremely skilled and very good with anxious patients. When you’re in the dentist’s chair, you’re placing a lot of trust in someone, and I genuinely feel that Deepali treats me with the same care and commitment she would want for herself.”
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