Teeth whitening in Lancaster is an increasingly popular treatment because it represents a relatively inexpensive way to transform your teeth that can be carried out with or without additional cosmetic dentistry treatments. In this image-conscious time of selfies and social media, it’s understandable that a growing number of us want the beautiful, bright smiles once just associated with the rich and famous.

Enter ‘teeth whitening’ in Google and you’ll have the staggering choice of 69,400,000 results, including home whitening kits. You may even know of a local salon, beautician or hairdresser offering tooth whitening. But did you know that, legally, teeth whitening can only be carried out by a registered dental professional, such as a cosmetic dentist?

Opt for safe teeth whitening through a qualified dental professional

Teeth whitening is a dental procedure and, as such, is legislated by the General Dental Council. Regulations state that only qualified, insured and licensed dental professionals can carry out tooth whitening. It is also illegal to have your teeth whitened if you are under 18. This legislation is welcome because dentists and dental nurses who offer tooth whitening should have had the training and knowledge to be able to safely carry out this procedure. Visit someone who isn’t a dental professional for tooth whitening and you run the risk of permanently damaging your teeth and gums.

As a cosmetic dentist offering teeth whitening in Lancaster, we’ve had extensive training in various teeth whitening treatments and products, which means that we understand which ones are safe for your teeth and gums. The products we use have been extensively tested and formulated to give the best results, whereas illegal teeth whitening treatments offered by people with no dental experience may not contain enough of the right chemicals – leading to an ineffective treatment – or too many chemicals, resulting in burnt gums and other unwanted side effects.

Teeth whitening  in Lancaster can be a fantastic treatment if you want to rejuvenate your smile and improve the discolouration that can be caused by age, genetics, diet and lifestyle. However, before you go ahead with a teeth whitening treatment, it’s important to consult a qualified dental professional who will look at your overall dental health and whether teeth whitening is an appropriate treatment for you.

Here at Viva Dental in Lancaster, we offer Zoom Advanced Power home whitening and in-surgery deep bleaching. If you’re looking for teeth whitening in Lancaster, please do talk to us at Viva Dental about what you can expect from a teeth whitening treatment. If you are further afield, we urge you to seek teeth whitening from a GDC-registered dental professional only.

Book your teeth whitening treatment today!

If you’re looking for teeth whitening in Lancaster then get in touch with Viva Dental Practice based in Lancaster or call us on 01524 735 431 to book an initial consultation.