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Teeth Whitening

Because stained teeth are a normal part of ageing, most of us will look in the mirror or browse photographs only to notice that our smiles are not quite as dazzling as they used to be. Even though darker teeth are a completely normal process, however, it doesn’t mean that you have to accept a yellow or brown smile as fact for the rest of your life.

Teeth whitening is efficient and affordable. It is one of the most common cosmetic treatments available today, and it’s a great way to give your smile a quick boost.

We can determine if teeth whitening will help you have a whiter smile after a consultation with either Dr Ben or Dr Clint. At Dr Ben Dunster’s dental clinic, located here in Hornsby, we offer both in-chair and take-home teeth whitening options to help you regain the brilliant smile of your youth.

Teeth whitening is always most effective immediately following a scale and polish since your cleaning will remove any of the surface stains that are dulling your teeth and make it possible for the whitening gel to come into direct contact with your enamel.

In-Chair Teeth Whitening in about an Hour

Zoom! teeth whitening systems allow us to treat patients in as little as an hour so you can walk out of our clinic with a smile that is several shades brighter.

We will apply a protective barrier to your gums and professional whitening gel to the surfaces of your teeth. We use a light to make the gel more effective and speed up the results. We can repeat the process up to three times in an hour to help you jump start your whitening treatment.

Many patients choose to combine our in-chair whitening and take-home systems to achieve the brightest results and a whiter smile for a lifetime.

Custom Take-Home Teeth Whitening

To create your custom teeth whitening trays, we will need to begin with impressions of your upper and lower teeth. Ben or Clint will discuss the professional whitening gel that will work best for you and provide you with enough to complete your initial treatment. Following the guidelines precisely will help you avoid sensitivity and achieve the best results.

Use only a small amount of gel per tooth.
Wear trays for an hour each day.
If your teeth feel sensitive, take some time off.

Keep your whitening trays in a safe place because you can use them to touch up your smile every few months or so when needed.

In the event that you have internal staining or a difficult to treat tooth, we also offer dental bonding and veneers to help you achieve your goals for your smile.

Are You Ready for a Bright Smile?

We welcome you to get in touch to arrange a consultation and learn about how to safely and effectively whiten your teeth.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I whiten my teeth?

Stained teeth may cause you to hide your smile or avoid smiling altogether. Stained teeth are nothing to be ashamed of, as it is a natural part of ageing, but with the standards society has today and the permanence of digital images, you might want a solution. At Dr Ben Dunster's, we offer professional teeth whitening to help our patients enjoy greater confidence with a brilliant smile.

Both in-chair and take-home whitening systems provide excellent results when performed under the supervision of an experienced dentist.

With in-chair whitening, you will notice an improvement in the colour of your teeth in one visit that lasts about an hour or so.

Take-home teeth whitening options are often less expensive and are just as effective when you follow treatment protocol for about two weeks.

You might feel tempted to purchase commercial whitening products. You might achieve subtle results using these products, but since they are not customised, side effects such as sensitivity and gum irritation are common. Professional teeth whitening gel is also much more efficient and eliminates abrasive polishers, commonly found in whitening toothpaste.

To learn more about the whitening products that will give you the best results, we welcome you to contact us to arrange a consultation.

Meet Our Doctor:

Dr Ben Dunster BSc BDS (Otago)
Principal Dentist

Ben was born in Christchurch, NZ and grew up on a farm in North Canterbury before moving to the hustle and bustle of Sydney in 1995.

As a New Zealand native, Dr Ben earned his Bachelor of Science degree at Christchurch University before attending Otago University for his Bachelor of Dentistry degree.

Dr Ben has worked in the Hornsby area since 1996 and enjoys being a part of this community. He purchased this dental practice in 2002 and recently welcomed an associate.

‘I love creating amazing smiles, treating children, relieving patients from pain ...