Laser teeth whitening gives people instant white teeth. This is the best option for those looking for a quick painless way of getting their pearly whites.

With laser teeth whitening you don't have to wait days for the results to appear. You get to see the results straight away.

What is laser teeth whitening?

Laser teeth whitening involves the application of a whitening gel to your teeth, following by a laser light being focused on the gel. The laser light stimulates the crystals of the gel to bond with the teeth enamel. The result is that the teeth appear cleaner. Only one visit to the dentist is required for the laser teeth whitening procedure to show results, although how long your visit lasts depends on how discoloured your teeth are.

Laser teeth whitening is also known as power whitening.

How much does teeth whitening cost?

As this is a professional teeth whitening procedure, it will cost more than a lot of other off the shelf products. Laser teeth whitening usually costs in the region of £400/£500. Its important to note that the price can vary dramatically depending on the area and clinic carrying out the treatment. If you search online you'll be able to compare the prices of a lot dental clinics. The sensible advice is to shop around and compare the various special offers you may find online. In the UK, the treatment is not covered by the NHS.

How long does laser teeth whitening take?

Before you get the treatment done, a dental professional will usually have a close look at your teeth to make sure that they are suitable for laser teeth whitening. After this visit, the length of time for the treatment depends on how discoloured your teeth are. Typically the laser teeth whitening procedure usually only lasts about an hour.

What's involved in laser teeth whitening?

1. Initial Review: Usually before treatment begins, a dental professional will check your teeth to make sure that they're suitable for laser teeth whitening.

2. Teeth Cleaning: When you go back to have the procedure carried out, the first thing the dental professional will do is to clean your teeth. Its important that they clean your teeth as this will have a big affect on the outcome.

3. Application of Gel: After the teeth have been cleaned the dental professional will apply whitening gel to your teeth.