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amersham dental care Tooth Whitening What to expect during your whitening/bleaching treatment You will be given you a whitening kit to take home with you together with your bleaching trays. It is essential that you follow the instructions given by your dentist and the manufacturers’ instructions in wearing the trays and applying the bleaching agent. How long should I wear the trays for? This depends on the amount of lightening that you desire and the original shade of the teeth. If your teeth are quite dark or are very yellow/grey/tetracycline stained it will take longer to bleach the teeth. If you are not experiencing any sensitivity you may wear the trays for 30 minutes a day. Do not sleep with the trays in your mouth. It is very important to remove all of the excess whitening material around the gums or palate after fitting the trays. The darker your teeth, the longer it will take to get lighter. Tetracycline stained teeth can take 6 months or up to one year to bleach the teeth. Your dentist will advise you on the realistic expectations and how to proceed. If you cannot wear the trays for a few days because of your hectic schedule, it does not matter. Bleach your teeth according to your own schedule. Some people put the trays in after dinner and wear them while watching TV or doing the dishes ! What do I do if I have any sensitivity? Sensitivity is the most common side effect