Teeth Whitening in New Westminster, BC
Professional teeth whitening is one of the fastest and most rewarding ways to refresh your smile. At Foundation Dental in New Westminster, we offer take-home whitening trays which are customized to fit your teeth to deliver significantly stronger and longer-lasting results than anything available over the counter.
Most patients see results of 4 to 8 shades lighter. Treatment times and outcomes vary depending on the type and cause of your discolouration, which is why we always start with a quick conversation to find the best option for you.
Take-Home Whitening Trays
Custom take-home whitening uses trays made precisely to fit your teeth, filled with a professional-strength gel. Unlike store-bought one-size-fits-all trays, custom trays ensure even contact with every tooth surface, giving you a consistent result without missed spots.
Most patients complete their treatment in 1 to 2 weeks, wearing the trays for 30 to 60 minutes a day. The trays are yours to keep and can be topped up with additional gel whenever you want to maintain or refresh your results.
Is Teeth Whitening Right for You?
Professional whitening works beautifully on natural tooth enamel stained by coffee, tea, wine, food, or tobacco. It does not change the colour of existing crowns, veneers, or composite fillings. If you have visible restorations on front teeth, we will talk through how to achieve a consistent result across your whole smile.
Whitening is best approached after any active concerns like cavities or gum sensitivity are addressed. We will check for those at your initial assessment and take care of them first - that way your whitening results look their best.
Frequently Asked Questions - Teeth Whitening
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Often people report whiter teeth after a single 20 minute application. Most people like to whiten multiple times to get their teeth the brightest.
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Whitening works best on clean teeth so we always encourage coming in for a check-up, cleaning, and polish prior to whitening.
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Get in touch with us for up to date information on costs and payment options.
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Results typically last 1 to 3 years depending on your diet and habits. Coffee, tea, red wine, and tobacco are the main causes of re-staining. Touch-up treatments are quick and straightforward.
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Some patients notice temporary tooth sensitivity during or after whitening - this is normal and usually passes within 24 to 48 hours. Using a sensitivity toothpaste in the week before treatment helps with this.
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Yes - professional whitening, used as directed, does not harm enamel. The benefit of professional supervision is that we tailor the concentration and timing to your specific teeth.
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In most cases, yes. We can use lower-concentration gels and shorter application times to keep things comfortable. Some patients also benefit from a brief desensitising treatment beforehand.
Book your teeth whitening consultation today!
Give us a call at 778-400-8335 or book now to request an appointment directly.
885 Carnarvon St
New Westminster, BC V3M 1G2
(778) 400-8335
info@foundationdental.ca