Teeth whitening

Pola whitening is a professional tooth whitening solution, using a scientific formula that can only be performed and overseen by trained Oral Health Care professionals.

Some teeth whitening products are produced by companies with limited dental experience.

Widely advertised online tooth whitening systems use a weaker formula that can only treat mild surface stains.

Pola is produced by an Australian company that has over 50 years’ experience in Oral Health. Pola’s scientific formula has been refined over many decades to ensure you get the best whitening result.

Pola have a number of tooth whitening options including in-chair and take home kits.

With in-chair whitening results can be seen in just 30 minutes, although the total appointment time for in-house whitening is approximately one hour to allow for a pre clean and post check.

A Pola take home whitening system can take approximately 5-14 days to complete depending on the Pola formulation. Stronger formulations work faster but may cause some short term sensitivity.

Our Dental Practitioner will work with you to select the best Pola option for your oral health needs.

Your lifestyle is the greatest influence on your oral health. If you are an avid drinker of coffee, wine and/or soft drinks, your teeth whitening will diminish more quickly than someone who prefers water. Typically, your whitening will be at its best for the first 6 months, before slowly diminishing. Pola Luminate is a perfect instant touch up solution at any time.

Yes. Clinical studies have shown that teeth whitening with carbamide or hydrogen peroxide is safe if performed under the guidance and supervision of an Oral Health Professional

A small minority of people may experience short term teeth sensitivity during the whitening process. This sensitivity will subside quickly and does not lead to tooth or gum problems.

Your Dental Practitioner will use a tooth shade guide to record your before and after tooth colour. They may also take a photo for future reference.

Absolutely, our trained Dental Practitioners will be able to discuss the best tooth whitening options for you and personalise an approach to optimise your result.

For best results it is recommended to:

• Do not eat, drink or smoke during treatment.
• Do not smoke immediately after treatment - wait for at least two hours.
• Foods and drinks containing strong colours should be avoided for at least 48 hours after the treatment period or consumed in moderation.

Regular check-ups are important to maintain optimal oral health. At Health Partners we recommend that all patients have a check-up and clean before commencing any tooth whitening treatments.

• It is unsuitable for children under 14 years of age.
• It is not to be used by pregnant or lactating women.
• Patients with a history of chemical allergies are advised to carry out allergy testing by a specialist before using these products.
• We recommend discontinuing use if any unusual sensitivity or reactions occur and consult your dentist

Your lifestyle is the greatest influence on your oral health. If you are an avid drinker of coffee, wine and/or soft drinks, your teeth whitening will diminish more quickly than someone who prefers water. Typically, your whitening will be at its best for the first 6 months, before slowly diminishing. Pola Luminate is a perfect instant touch up solution at any time.

Yes, Pola has built in desensitisers to provide maximum comfort and to lower sensitivity. Your Dental Practitioner will discuss the best tooth whitening options for you.

No, typically, your whitening will be at its best for the first 6 months, before slowly diminishing. Pola Luminate is a perfect instant touch up solution at any time.

Your Dental Practitioner will be able to determine if you are a good candidate for tooth whitening prior to commencement. Results can be varied.

If you have had a dental check-up with Health Partners within 12 months and have previously had a tooth whitening consult then yes you are able to purchase a top up kit without an appointment.

Your Dental Practitioner will be able to provide you with a quote on the day of your consult based on the type of whitening best suited to your needs. Health Partners members get a 20% discount off all Pola take home whitening kits and in-chair treatments every day.

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