There are many great reasons to get your teeth whitened this summer! Including special events, new jobs and even just to get that perfect selfie! It is an easy process. Teeth whitening consists of a thorough cleaning and polishing of the teeth, with all debris carefully removed. Your Dental Hygienist will then protect your gums before applying a whitening agent to the surface of your teeth. The product will be activated and left on the teeth for several minutes before being washed off with water. Your results will vary according to the natural shade of your teeth and degree of discolouration, but it is normal for patients to experience a lightening of several shades in a single visit.