TEETH WHITENING

TEETH WHITENING IN RICHMOND
Safe and Effective

Are you unhappy because your teeth are discoloured? Tooth discolouration can make your smile look older and less healthy than you wish. Fortunately, there are effective treatments to whiten your teeth. While you might be tempted by whitening booths or at-home kits, the most effective (and safest) whitening treatments are found at a dentist’s office. 

If you want to learn whether teeth whitening in Hawkesbury is right for you, please call (02) 4501 7930 or book an appointment today with a cosmetic dentist at Riverlands Dental in North Richmond.

How Teeth Get Discoloured

Most of the time, people get discoloured teeth because of foods that are dark in colour. Some of the common sources of discolouration are: 
  • Coffee 
  • Tea 
  • Cola 
  • Dark Beer 
  • Red Wine 
  • Chocolate 
  • Berries 
  • Curry 
  • Tomato Sauce 
This might seem obvious, but there’s a less obvious (and sometimes hidden) partner here: acid. Our teeth are strong, but vulnerable to acid, which roughens the surface of teeth, making them more likely to stain. That’s why white wine, which is very acidic, is actually almost as bad as red. 

Sometimes, though, discolouration can come from within a tooth due to: 
  • Antibiotics and Other Medications
  • Fluorosis and Other Enamel Defects
  • Tooth Trauma
  • Tooth Infection
If you have staining from these sources, teeth whitening might not brighten them. We might recommend veneers, crowns, or root canal therapy.

How Teeth Whitening in Richmond works

The most effective teeth whitening uses chemicals that break down the stains trapped in your teeth. Most often, this is peroxide, which has proven to be safe for your teeth.

Other whitening works by scraping off stained enamel. This abrasive approach might work in the short-term, but over time it can damage your enamel and make your teeth look permanently discoloured.

Why We Use Kor Whitening

Teeth whitening in Richmond is one of our most requested services. At Riverlands Dental we offer patients the option of take-home whitening kits and in-chair whitening, using one of the most effective brands on the market – Kor.
  • Permanent whitening

    Kor Whitening Deep Bleaching System is a teeth whitening treatment that provides a permanent solution to discolouration. It can whiten teeth by up to 16 shades and with occasional top-up treatments at home, can last a lifetime.

  • No lasers or lights

    Incredibly easy to use, Kor produces fantastic results without the use of lasers or lights – the gel is simply put on the teeth and left to work its magic and most patients report experiencing very little if any sensitivity. The system restores the teeth’s ability to absorb oxygen, penetrating deeply into the teeth and making them much whiter than before, and very natural looking too.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is Teeth Whitening Safe?

    Yes! When used as directed, professional and at-home teeth whitening is safe for your teeth. However, don’t use multiple whiteners at the same time unless directed by your Richmond dentist.

  • How Long Does Whitening Last?

    Results from whitening typically start to fade within a few months for people with a normal level of staining foods in their diet. However, maintenance treatments can extend the results indefinitely.

  • How Long Does it Take to See Results From Teeth Whitening?

    This depends on how frequently you whiten your teeth and how strong the solution is. If you have sensitive teeth, a lower strength of whitening solution is normally recommended.

    Professional whitening at the dental clinic produces good results normally within an hour whereas take-home whitening can take up to 2 weeks.

  • Can Yellow Teeth Become White?

    While yellow teeth are harder to whiten it’s not entirely impossible. Some people are born with naturally yellow teeth and sometimes teeth turn yellow after using the antibiotic tetracycline. Kor have produced a teeth whitening system which is designed specifically for this type of discolouration and which works well.

  • What Can I Eat After 24 Hours of Teeth Whitening?

    It’s best to eat foods that are light in colour and won’t stain the teeth such as chicken, plain fish, pasta, and white rice. Beverages can include water and milk.

  • What is the Difference Between In-chair and In-home Whitening?

    In-chair whitening is carried at the dental clinic by a dentist with noticeable results in around an hour.

    In-home whitening is done at home using custom whitening trays and gel provided by a dentist. It takes around 14 days for noticeable results.

  • Why Professional Teeth Whitening in Richmond is Better

    These days, there are many options for whitening teeth in Richmond. The only ones to avoid are DIY approaches such as rubbing acidic or abrasive substances on your teeth. These won’t whiten your teeth and they can cause damage.


    Whitening kits from the store and at booths can work, but treatment from a dentist will often give you the best results.


    First, our Richmond dentists can evaluate your teeth to see if they will respond to whitening. That way, you won’t waste time and money on treatments that won’t work. We can also make sure your teeth healthy – trying to whiten unhealthy teeth can cause problems.


    Professional whitening is also better because we can use stronger whiteners than you get in other places. We know how to apply them safely and we store them to preserve their effectiveness.


    We also have access to better application methods, like Kör Deep Bleaching trays which create a tight seal over your teeth so that whitening works more effectively.


    And, should you experience sensitivity as sometimes happens with whitening, we can offer treatments to reduce discomfort.

Teeth Whitening in Hawkesbury

If you're unhappy with the colour of your teeth and want to know how whitening can help, please call (02) 4501 7930 or book an appointment today at Riverlands Dental in North Richmond.
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