Teeth Whitening in Croydon
Brighten your smile safely with professional teeth whitening tailored to you.
Achieve natural-looking results with treatments designed for comfort and long-lasting effect.
Safe, Professional Whitening for a Brighter Smile
Teeth can become stained over time due to coffee, tea, red wine, smoking, certain foods, medication and natural ageing. Professional teeth whitening is a safe and effective way to lighten the natural shade of your teeth and refresh your smile.
At Dental Solutions in Croydon, we use the Enlighten teeth whitening system — a trusted professional whitening treatment designed to achieve predictable, natural-looking results under the care of a dental professional.
What is Enlighten Teeth Whitening?
Enlighten is a professional teeth whitening system carried out under the supervision of a dentist. It uses custom-made whitening trays and professional whitening gels to gradually brighten your natural teeth over a carefully planned treatment period.
Unlike over-the-counter whitening products, Enlighten is prescribed by a dental professional after your teeth and gums have been assessed. This helps ensure that whitening is suitable for you and that the treatment is carried out safely.
Enlighten is designed to achieve a brighter smile while keeping the result natural — enhancing the colour of your own teeth rather than creating an artificial-looking finish.
How Does Enlighten Whitening Work?
Your treatment begins with a consultation to check that your teeth and gums are healthy and suitable for whitening. We then create bespoke whitening trays that fit your teeth closely and comfortably.
The Enlighten system is usually completed over 3 weeks:
- Week 1: Whitening gel is worn overnight in your custom trays
- Week 2: A second whitening gel is worn overnight
- Week 3: The final gel is worn for around 1 hour per day
Your dentist will give you clear instructions on how to use your whitening trays, how to store your gels and how to look after your teeth during treatment.
For more complex cases, treatment may take longer, and this will be discussed with you during your consultation.
Why We Use Enlighten
Enlighten is a premium whitening system known for its reliable results and professional approach. Because the treatment is dentist-prescribed, it can be tailored to your smile, your starting shade and your clinical needs.
Benefits of Enlighten whitening include:
- Custom-made whitening trays for a precise fit
- Professional whitening gels prescribed by a dentist
- A structured 3-week treatment plan
- Natural-looking results
- Designed to help reduce sensitivity
- Results that can be maintained with simple top-ups
Enlighten is suitable for many patients who want a brighter smile without more invasive cosmetic treatments.
Learn More About the Enlighten System
If you would like to understand more about how the Enlighten whitening system works, you can read the official patient guide from Enlighten Smiles.
What Results Can I Expect?
Results vary from person to person depending on your natural tooth colour, the type of staining present and how your teeth respond to treatment.
Most patients can expect:
- A visibly brighter smile
- A fresher, more youthful appearance
- Natural-looking whitening
- Improved confidence when smiling
- A result designed to reach a B1 shade (the lightest natural tooth shade) in suitable cases
Enlighten is designed to achieve a very bright natural tooth shade, with a B1 result targeted in the majority of suitable cases. Your dentist will explain what result is realistic for you during your consultation.
It is important to remember that whitening only works on natural teeth. Crowns, veneers, bridges, fillings and composite bonding will not whiten in the same way, so you may need to discuss replacement or colour-matching options after treatment if these are visible in your smile.
Do I Need to Follow a White Diet?
With many whitening treatments, patients are advised to avoid strongly coloured foods and drinks. With Enlighten, a strict white diet is usually not required.
You can continue to enjoy drinks such as coffee or red wine and foods such as curry during the treatment period. However, you should not eat or drink while the whitening trays are in your mouth.
Your dentist will give you full aftercare advice so you know exactly how to look after your smile during and after treatment.
Is Teeth Whitening Safe?
Yes — when carried out under the supervision of a dental professional, teeth whitening is a safe and well-established treatment.
Before starting treatment, we will check your teeth and gums to make sure whitening is suitable for you. This is important because untreated dental problems, gum issues or existing restorations may affect the treatment plan.
Some patients may experience temporary sensitivity during whitening. This is usually short-lived and can often be managed with desensitising products, treatment adjustments and advice from your dentist.
Teeth whitening is not usually recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Maintaining Your Results
Your whitening results can be maintained with a simple top-up routine, as advised by your dentist. This usually involves using your custom trays with top-up whitening gel from time to time.
To help keep your smile brighter for longer, we may recommend:
- Regular dental hygiene appointments
- Good daily brushing and flossing
- Using the recommended whitening toothpaste or serum
- Occasional top-up whitening as advised
- Avoiding smoking where possible
Your dentist will explain how to maintain your result safely after your main whitening course is complete.
Teeth Whitening Fees
We believe in transparent pricing with no hidden costs.
Teeth Whitening Treatment: £600
Includes:
♦ Consultation and assessment;
♦ Custom-made whitening trays;
♦ Professional whitening gel;
♦ Full instructions and aftercare
Please Note:
The final cost of treatment depends on individual clinical needs. A personalised treatment plan and full quotation will be provided after your consultation.
Flexible payment options available
We understand that cosmetic dental treatment is an investment in your confidence and wellbeing. Our team will be happy to discuss available payment options during your consultation.
Teeth Whitening FAQ
How long does Enlighten whitening take?
The standard Enlighten treatment usually takes around 3 weeks. Some more complex cases may take longer, and your dentist will advise you during your consultation.
Will whitening damage my teeth?
No. Professional teeth whitening is safe when prescribed and supervised by a dental professional and used as instructed.
Is Enlighten whitening painful?
Most patients tolerate the treatment well. Some temporary sensitivity can occur, but this usually settles after treatment and can be managed with the right advice and products.
Can everyone have teeth whitening?
Teeth whitening is not suitable for everyone. We will assess your teeth and gums first to make sure treatment is appropriate for you.
Will crowns, veneers or fillings whiten too?
No. Whitening only changes the shade of natural teeth. Crowns, veneers, bridges, fillings and composite bonding will not whiten, so these may need to be reviewed separately if they are visible in your smile.
Do I need to avoid coffee, red wine or curry?
With Enlighten, a strict white diet is usually not required. You should not eat or drink while wearing the trays, but your dentist will give you clear instructions for your treatment.
How long will the results last?
Results can last a long time with good oral hygiene and occasional top-ups. Your dentist will explain how to maintain your brighter smile safely.
Can I buy Enlighten whitening gel without seeing a dentist?
No. Professional whitening treatment must be provided under the supervision of a dental professional. This ensures your teeth are assessed properly and the treatment is safe for you.
Ready for a Brighter Smile?
If you would like to improve the appearance of your teeth, our team is here to help.
We will guide you through the process and recommend the most suitable whitening option for you.