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Teeth Whitening Aftercare: 7 Do’s and Don’ts For a Brighter Smile

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You’ve just walked out of the dental clinic with a dazzling, professionally whitened smile. But now what? The next 48 hours are crucial to maintaining the results and preventing sensitivity. Let’s dive into the essential do’s and don’ts for your teeth whitening aftercare to ensure your pearly whites stay their brightest.     Do: Stick […]

Why is Brushing and Flossing Daily Important for White Teeth?

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Growing up, we’ve all been taught to brush and floss our teeth daily to maintain clean and healthy teeth. But apart from hygiene purposes, did you know that these habits can aid in maintaining bright and beautiful teeth for an enhanced appearance too? A radiant smile can speak volumes about your oral health and overall […]

The A to Z of Teeth Whitening Treatments

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Tooth discolouration is a common dental concern faced by many due to how easily it can occur. Not only does it impact the aesthetics of one’s smile, but it can also have detrimental effects on a person’s confidence. Fortunately, thanks to the availability of teeth whitening treatments, achieving a bright and white smile isn’t difficult. […]

What’s the Difference Between Veneers at a Dental Clinic VS a Beauty Salon?

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Dental veneers are thin shells of tooth-coloured material designed to cover the front surface of your teeth. This helps to improve the appearance of discoloured, stained, chipped, or misaligned teeth, giving you a perfect, beautiful smile. You would think that veneers can only be done at dental clinics, but they can be found at beauty […]

Achieving the Perfect Smile can be as simple as ABC

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These are the ABCs of a perfect smile: A. Alignment: your teeth should be straight B. Brightness: your teeth should be white C. Contours: Every tooth should have an aesthetically pleasing shape Question: When is a smile just a smile? Answer: Never! While cheesy, it is true that a smile is a window to one’s […]

The Effectiveness of Teeth Whitening Home Remedies

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In pursuit of a brighter smile, many individuals turn to home remedies, such as brushing their teeth with baking soda, to whiten them. However, apart from their cost-effectiveness and convenience, these solutions may not offer any other benefits to you. We examine the effectiveness of these DIY approaches and the potential problems they may pose […]

Teeth Whitening: Professional Whitening or DIY?

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With the increasing number of people looking for ways to achieve a dazzling and beautiful smile, the demand for teeth whitening treatments is on the rise. Some people may opt for professional teeth whitening services provided by dentists while others may prefer a DIY approach to save costs. Although both options give you the same […]

Debunking 5 Myths and Misconceptions About Teeth Whitening

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Many people dream about having a sparkly white set of teeth, and would go on the search for teeth whitening products, such as toothpastes or teeth whitening kits to achieve cleaner teeth. Some of these methods can help to lighten teeth shades slightly, but not all of them are as effective. If you’re thinking about […]

6 Reasons Why You Should Only Whiten Your Teeth At A Professional Dental Clinic

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Updated: Dec 1, 2022 Many non-dentist whitening establishments have popped up over the years. They claim to offer cheaper, yet equally effective dental whitening or bleaching as a professional dentist. Are their claims too good to be true? Well, here at Brightside Dental, we’re dentists and we’re here to shed some light on the matter. […]