WHAT IS TEETH WHITENING?
Teeth whitening involves the use of an agent to remove superficial stains, deep staining and discoloration on the enamel of the teeth. The gel, combined with a high intensity light, accelerates the whitening reaction. The whitening treatment can achieve 5-14 shades of whitening after only three 20 minute sessions. It is safe and pain-free.

WHAT RESULTS SHOULD I EXPECT, AND HOW WHITE CAN I GO?
You can usually achieve results of 5-14 shades lighter on untreated teeth in 1 treatment. Results are subjective and will vary considerably from person to person. Your underlying natural colour and genetics will determine how white your teeth can naturally get. Your teeth can only be whitened to the original colour from when they were first grown.

The more stained your teeth, the more dramatic the result will be.

People with minimal discoloration, (teeth that are already very white) may not see a substantial degree of whitening. Yellow or yellow/brown staining tends to whiten better than people with grey or bluish‐grey teeth. ​Multi‐coloured teeth, especially if due to tetracycline (a type of antibiotic), do not whiten very well.

Any previous whitening treatments will also reduce the results a person will achieve. This includes whitening strips, whitening toothpaste or any professional in chair whitening treatments in the past 12 months.

Paper white teeth, unless this was your original colour can only be achieved with expensive veneers and no whitening treatment, no matter who performs it, can achieve this.
* Peroxide products can give a slightly lighter result immediately after whitening, the result may be reduced a shade or two a day after treatment. This is due to tooth dehydration at the time of treatment which will recover within 24 hours.

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HOW LONG DOES THE TREATMENT TAKE?

The treatment itself takes 1 hour under the LED light. Please allow around 1.5 hours for the total treatment time to allow for the consultation and the gel applications in-between the 3 sessions.

 

HOW IS THE TREATMENT PERFORMED?

3 fresh applications are applied at 20 minute intervals under a LED light. The first 20 minutes are when the pores of the teeth open up, the next 20 minutes the gel penetrates the dentin to start whitening. The last 20 minutes is where thy magic begins and where the whitening occurs.

• You will initially fill in and submit an online consultation form to make sure you are a candidate for the treatment.

• On the day, we will do a quick in salon consultation where you can address any questions and concerns you may have before the treatment starts.

• Before photos of your teeth will be taken, and the before shade is noted on your records.

• Give your teeth a quick clean with the oral finger wipe provided.

• Insert the cheek retractor into your mouth.

• Gel is carefully applied to each tooth.

• Vitamin E is applied to your gums and lips for protection.

• Protective glasses are supplied for your treatment to make sure your eyes stay safe.

• The LED light is positioned and now you can relax, read, or even nap during your session. 

• After each 20 minute session, you are required to remove the mouth retractor, rinse and wipe your teeth with a tooth wipe, then reinsert the cheek retractor and re-apply the gel. 

• After the entire treatment is done, wipe and rinse your teeth.

• An after photo is taken and your after shade is noted for your records.

• Mirror time! It’s time to take a look at your whiter, brighter smile!

Aftercare advice is provided and a tailored treatment plan is discussed to get optimum results.
 

WHAT WILL I FEEL DURING THE TREATMENT?

You may feel a slight tingling, or bubbling against your teeth for the first few minutes. This is normal and is a sign that the gel is producing the oxygen that does the work of bleaching.

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WHY IS THE TREATMENT DONE IN 3 x 20 MINUTE SESSIONS INSTEAD OF ALL AT ONCE?

After about 20 minutes the peroxide gel ‘peaks’. This means it has completed the reaction for that application and very little stain breakdown will occur from this point.

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HOW MANY TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?
Usually one treatment is sufficient, but those with heavy staining may opt for a Boost Treatment 4-6 weeks later if they didn't get the shade they were after.  Maintenance every 4-6 months is recommended to keep your teeth looking white and bright.

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HOW OFTEN CAN I HAVE THE TREATMENT DONE?

The ADIA states that having 3 treatments per year is safe, so every 4 months at most.

Keep in mind, the more regularly you have a teeth whitening treatment, the less dramatic the results will be as there are not as much staining to be whitened.

HOW LONG WILL THE WHITENING LAST?
Teeth whitening isn't permanent. Results will vary from person to person and depends on your diet and lifestyle, but the effects usually last about a year. Maintenance and Boost Treatments are recommended for people who frequently consume coffee or any other staining food or drinks, or for those that use tobacco products. Where done in the last 6-12 months it is considered a maintenance procedure and results will be less dramatic.

WILL MY TEETH BE SENSITIVE AFTER THE TREATMENT?
The teeth whitening gel is very gentle. It is recommended that clients avoid consuming extremely hot or cold food or beverages, ice cream or ice for the first 24 hours following treatment.

If post sensitivity occurs after treatment, chew sugarless gum to reduce the peroxide levels and take Nurofen, Panadol, or what you would normally take for a headache.

SHOULD TEETH WHITENING BE DONE BY A DENTIST?
Teeth whitening is purely cosmetic and non dental. I have completed all relative training, and I perform this treatment purely as a cosmetic enhancement. There are no formal qualifications in Australia for teeth whitening, even dentists receive vendor training as it is not part of the dental practitioners degree. The products I use are gentler than, but just as effective as those used by the dentist.  Teeth whitening, no matter who does it bleaches stains from the surface of the teeth, it does not whiten enamel.
 

WHAT IF I HAVE CROWNS OR VENEERS?

Teeth whitening won’t lighten restorations such as bonding, dental crowns or porcelain veneers but they will maintain their default colour while the surrounding teeth are whitened. If the default colour of these restorations is lighter than the natural teeth, the whitening treatment can still be used. We will check the colour of your teeth after the first 20 minute session in these cases, as it may be all that is required to match the restorations.

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HOW LONG AFTER GETTING MY BRACES OFF CAN I GET A WHITENING TREATMENT?

The cement residue form the braces can last for 3-6 months. It is best to allow at least this time to ensure the teeth whitening treatment has a clean tooth surface to work on. If there is still cement on the teeth no whitening will occur where the cement residue is resulting in a patchy unsightly result.

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IS THE TREATMENT SAFE?

I use the highest quality gels on the market approved for use for non-dentists in Australia. I use a no touch procedure which is completely hygienic, safe and gentle, even on sensitive teeth. All products used are ACCC compliant and adhere to the Drugs, Poisons and Controlled Substances Act (Vic)1981, and I am a fully registered and insured business.

WHAT CAUSES TEETH STAINING? 

Diet & Eating Habits: Teeth Staining mainly occurs from our day to day lifestyle. Our diet and habits are the main contributing factors, drinking coffee, tea, red wine, soft drink and smoking are the obvious ones.

In addition, acidic foods such as citrus fruits and vinegar contribute to enamel erosion. As a result, the surface becomes more transparent and more of the yellow-coloured dentin shows through.

Whitening will remove surface stains, but there are some stains however that occur inside the teeth which unfortunately whitening is unable to remove.

Age: There is a direct correlation between tooth colour and age. Over the years, teeth darken as a result of wear and tear and stain accumulation.

Teenagers will likely experience immediate, dramatic results from whitening. In the twenties, as the teeth begin to show a yellow cast, teeth whitening may require a little more effort. By the forties, the yellow gives way to brown and more maintenance may be called for. By the fifties, the teeth have absorbed a host of stubborn stains which can prove difficult (but not impossible) to remove.

Starting colour: Most of us start out with white teeth, thanks to their porcelain-like enamel surface which is composed of microscopic crystalline rods. Tooth enamel is designed to protect the teeth from the effects of chewing, gnashing, trauma and acid attacks caused by sugar. But over the years enamel is worn down, becoming more transparent and permitting the yellow colour of dentin, the tooth's core material, to show through. During routine chewing, dentin remains intact while millions of micro-cracks occur in the enamel. It is these cracks, as well as the spaces between the crystalline enamel rods, that gradually fill up with stains and debris. As a result, the teeth eventually develop a dull, lacklustre appearance.

Translucency and thinness: These are also genetic traits that become more pronounced with age. While all teeth show some translucency, those that are opaque and thick have an advantage. They appear lighter in colour, show more sparkle and are generally more responsive to whitening. Teeth that are thinner and more transparent (most notably the front teeth) have less of the pigment that is necessary for whitening. According to cosmetic dentists, transparency is the only condition that cannot be corrected by any form of teeth whitening.

Drugs/Chemicals: Tetracycline usage during tooth formation produces dark grey or brown ribbon stains which are very difficult to remove.
Smoking: Nicotine leaves brownish deposits which will slowly leak into the tooth structure and cause intrinsic discolouration.

Fluorosis: Excessive consumption of fluoride causes fluorosis and associated areas of white mottling. Fluorosis will often be enhanced directly after teeth whitening, however, this will return to it’s previous state within 1-12 hours.
Grinding: Most frequently caused by stress, teeth grinding and gnashing can add to micro-cracking in the teeth and can cause the biting edges to darken.
Trauma: Falls and other injuries can produce sizable cracks in the teeth, which collect large amounts of staining and debris.

TOOTH DISCLOURATION:
There are two types of tooth staining, extrinsic staining and intrinsic staining.
Extrinsic stains: Are those that appear on the surface of the teeth as a result of exposure to dark-coloured beverages, foods and tobacco, and routine wear and tear. Superficial extrinsic stains are minor and can be removed with brushing and prophylactic dental cleaning. Stubborn extrinsic stains can be removed with more involved efforts, like teeth whitening. Persistent extrinsic stains can penetrate into the dentin and become ingrained if they are not dealt with early.
Intrinsic stains: Are those that form on the interior of teeth. Intrinsic stains result from trauma, aging, exposure to minerals, chemicals and antibiotics like tetracycline during tooth formation and/or excessive ingestion of fluoride. These stains exist below the enamel and are unlikely to benefit from teeth whitening.​

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TEETH WHITENING RISKS:

Teeth whitening treatments are considered to be safe when procedures are followed as directed. However, there are certain risks associated with whitening that you should be aware of:

Sensitivity: Although rare with our gentle gel, teeth whitening can cause a temporary increase in sensitivity to temperature, pressure and touch. In extreme cases some individuals may experience spontaneous shooting pains. Individuals at greatest risk for whitening sensitivity are those with gum recession, significant cracks in their teeth or leakage resulting from faulty restorations. If this occurs, we will stop the treatment immediately and you can make an appointment with your dentist. Whitening sensitivity usually lasts no longer than a day or two, but in some cases may persist a little longer. We recommend toothpaste for sensitive teeth to reduce sensitivity.

Gum Irritation: Clients occasionally experience some degree of gum irritation usually from applying the gel onto the gum tissue. Such irritation typically lasts from a few minutes after treatment up to several days.  The use of the vitamin e swab is very successful in eliminating gum sensitivity.

 

Information & Assurances

• KYLIE HAY Natural Brow Specialist does not claim to provide Dentist or Dental Assistant services.

• KYLIE HAY Natural Brow Specialist is fully trained and insured to facilitate these gentler cosmetic teeth whitening treatments with Celebrity Whitening products.

• A comprehensive consultation identifies if this treatment is right for you and your specific needs.

• All Celebrity Whitening cosmetic products comply fully with the AU legislation and have registration with NICNAS - however this whitening treatment is NOT intended as a dental treatment, and in no way replaces professional dental services. If you have known dental conditions or dental disease of any type, always consult your dentist before using a teeth whitening treatment or system.