The Benefits Of Whiter Teeth For Epsom Patients

There are many good reasons why tooth whitening is so popular….

There can’t be many people left in the UK who are not familiar with the existence of teeth whitening procedures. Judging by the number of people that attempt to do this themselves using videos off the internet or even those who use tooth whitening toothpastes though, there is still a long way to go in the understanding of this treatment. Thankfully, patients of the Clocktower Dental, Implant & Facial Centre don’t have to worry about the hows and whys, though we are always happy to explain the science behind procedure if you wish. Of course, you can also rely on the expertise of our helpful local cosmetic dentists to make sure the procedure works well for you.

Knowing that something exists doesn’t always mean that it is desirable though. Many ‘fads’ have been and gone, especially in style and fashion, and there will, no doubt, be many regrets in the future of photos that we have uploaded to the internet of ourselves in various clothes that will eventually probably look humorous and outdated.

Some things do last though and we are sure that having teeth whitened will be one of those. The results are effective, it is affordable and also non invasive. What more could patients of our long-established Epsom dentist want? In today’s blog then, we are going to take a look at what you can gain from having this popular cosmetic procedure.

A more attractive smile

The first and most obvious benefit of having whiter teeth is your smile. There is no doubt that a white smile is more attractive than one that shows stained or discoloured teeth. Even if we completely avoid any staining foods or drinks and clean our teeth really well, our teeth will start to become dull over time as the dentin beneath the tooth enamel starts to darken in colour. This is something that happens naturally as we age. Having your teeth whitened is the only way to improve this appearance.

A boost in confidence

Feeling more confident in ourselves is something that is likely to happen when we see the results of our treatment. Who would not feel much better about themselves with a whiter, brighter smile? It seems that there has been a significant increase in mental health issues, perhaps especially since Covid, and although this treatment may not resolve all the issues, it might at least be a small start in progressing towards improving how you feel about yourself.

First impressions

It is often said that we make judgments about new people that we meet within the first few seconds. One of the first things that we notice about others is their smile. Is it a genuine smile?, a warm smile? And an attractive smile? Having a more attractive and whiter smile can benefit us in many areas of our lives but there are two in particular where we feel this treatment could give you a ‘head start’.

The most obvious one is if you are looking to date. It is well known that people only post their best photos on dating apps and websites and there has probably been a lot of disappointment when people first meet! Imagine the other person’s reaction when they meet you and realise that your smile is actually as nice as the one in your photos. In addition to the attractiveness of a smile, it may also indicate that you take pride in your appearance too, something which can be important for some people.

The other area is in situations like a job interview, where you are competing against others. Naturally, your qualifications and suitability for a position will be very important too and a white smile is not going to get you the job of a brain surgeon if your qualifications are as an accountant for example. Where the choice is down to two or three candidates though, your smile could just be the winning factor that you hoped for. There are no guarantees of course, but given that people tend to warm to an attractive smile, yours might just get you over the winning line first.

A one off treatment or not?

One question that we get asked is about the longevity of the results when you have this treatment. When we explain that although they are long lasting, they will eventually start to fade, we are often asked whether the treatment can be repeated. The answer to this is yes it can. It is perfectly safe to have this treatment repeated as often as you like in most cases.

While some patients do choose repeat treatments in order to maintain a whiter smile, it is also effective for a one off treatment. This might be done, for example, for the interview situation above or perhaps for a holiday or even a wedding.

The aim of our Epsom dentists is to enable you to have the smile that you want and we are happy to discuss your requirements and make recommendations as to which treatments might be the most suitable to attain these results. If you would like to book a consultation with one of our cosmetic dentists, you can call the Clocktower Dental, Implant & Facial Centre on 01372 720136. We look forward to your call!