Teeth Whitening: Dentist-Supervised And Enamel-Safe
Whitening works by letting a low-concentration peroxide gel break down stain molecules inside the enamel. Done with custom-fitted trays or in-chair under supervision, it is effective and does not damage enamel when used as directed; temporary sensitivity is the main side effect and settles within days [1].
We assess your suitability first (whitening does not change fillings, crowns or veneers, and active decay or gum disease must be treated beforehand), take a shade record, and make custom trays. You choose at-home whitening over one to two weeks or a single in-chair session with take-home top-ups.
Patients often ask about "natural" or "non-toxic" whitening. Charcoal, bicarbonate and oil pulling remove some surface stain and can be abrasive; they do not change the tooth's underlying shade. The lowest-impact approach that changes shade is a properly fitted tray with a modest peroxide concentration, used for the shortest time that reaches your goal.
Straightening With Invisalign, Holistically
Invisalign moves teeth with a sequence of clear, removable aligners planned digitally. Before we start we ask why the teeth crowded: a narrow palate, mouth breathing, a tongue-tie or thumb habits all relapse orthodontics if they are left alone. Treating those alongside aligners gives a straighter smile that stays straight, and often better breathing and sleep. Adults and teenagers are both suitable. Invisalign at SHDC →
Veneers: Porcelain Or Composite
Veneers are thin shells bonded to the front of teeth to correct colour, shape, small gaps and minor misalignment. Porcelain veneers are made in a laboratory, resist stain and show pooled ten-year survival around 90 to 95 percent [2]. Composite veneers are sculpted directly in the chair, cost less and are easily repaired, at the expense of longevity.
We prepare as little enamel as possible, and where crowding is the real problem we will suggest aligning the teeth first so veneers can be thinner or avoided.
Replacing Missing Teeth
A gap changes how you chew, speak and smile, and the neighbouring teeth drift into it. Options include ceramic bridges, dentures and implants. Where an implant suits, we offer both zirconia (ceramic, metal-free) and titanium and explain the evidence for each. Ceramic implants →
