A Guide to Getting a Brighter Smile with a Custom Take-Home Whitening Kit

Advantages of using a custom take-home whitening kit.

A custom take-home whitening kit from our south Brisbane dental studio can provide numerous benefits when it comes to brightening your smile:

Personalised for your smile

Unlike over-the-counter products, custom-fitted whitening trays are tailored to fit your teeth perfectly, ensuring even coverage and maximum effectiveness.

At Smileologie, our wonderful dental professionals will take a digital scan of your teeth to create trays that perfectly fit the contours of your mouth. This ensures the whitening solution is evenly distributed and can reach every part of your teeth. No one wants a patchy smile.

Faster, longer-lasting results vs over the counter solutions

Take-home whitening kits contain a higher concentration of whitening gel than store-bought products, providing quicker and longer-lasting results. You can also be assured that the product is safe and tailored to your unique oral health needs.

Preparing your teeth for the whitening process.

Before starting the teeth whitening process, meeting with one of our wonderful and friendly dentists is essential. They will examine your teeth and gum health, provide recommendations, and review the teeth whitening procedure with you. They also evaluate which custom take-home kit will suit your needs and goals.

Once you’ve been cleared for a custom take-home whitening kit, it’s time to begin the process.

The first step is to create custom-fitted whitening trays designed for your teeth. Taking your time in this step is crucial to ensure the trays fit correctly so that the whitening gel can contact each tooth evenly.

First, we take a digital scan of your mouth and teeth. This is used to create the digital model of your teeth, from which we 3D print your custom moulds.  We then use a vacuum form machine (or more descriptively titled – suck down machine) to create detailed, custom-fitted whitening trays.

Your dentist will fit and check your brand-new, perfectly formed trays before you’re given instructions on appropriately using the gel and trays to get the best results.

How to use a take-home whitening kit for optimal results

Once you have everything you need, it’s essential to stick to the recommended schedule and follow the prescribed guidelines. Your dentist has tailored the strength, kit and instructions to help you get the desired results.

Generally, it’s recommended to use your custom take-home kit for 30 minutes each day for a period of two weeks. However, patient recommendations may vary depending on the whitening kit’s strength.  Your dentist will give you tailored instructions to ensure you get the best results.

Do not wear the gel for longer than recommended, which can lead to tooth sensitivity. You don’t want to impact your ability to eat ice cream or drink margaritas.

If you’re unsure or experiencing pain while using your kit, please call us immediately. This should never be uncomfortable or painful for you.

Expert tips to help you get great results from your whitening kit

After completing the recommended teeth whitening process, maintaining your bright and confident smile will require effort; however, once you’ve seen the difference the whitening process can make, you’ll want to protect your investment.

Following are a few tips to keep you on the straight and narrow.

• A good foundation is key to making your whitening results last. It’s essential to keep your teeth healthy – so as per usual brush twice daily, and floss regularly.
• Avoid drinking too much coffee, tea, or wine; eat plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits. Moderation is the key here.
• Whitening touch-ups are also available from your dentist. These are generally milder than the professional version.

Don’t take chances with your teeth by using over-the-counter products or online whitening kits without consulting your dentist. Protect what matters most – your teeth!