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  • Why should I whiten my teeth?
    People whiten their teeth for many reasons. You can bring back some of that youthful appearance with a whiter, brighter smile. Do you have a wedding or important day coming up? A whiter smile can help brighten up special occasions. Some people whiten their teeth before a job interview to get that extra boost of confidence that comes with making a great first impression. Smiles make a lasting impression and a bright, white, beautiful smile won’t be forgotten. People seem to agree—nothing beats a beautiful smile!
  • How much whiter will my teeth go?
    On average you should go 2 to 8 shades whiter. Everyone responds differently to whitening treatments and everyone will whiten at different rates. Some stains are easier to treat than others. Teeth that are yellow or brown are easier to whiten than teeth that are gray/blue.You will be amazed at how quickly your teeth whiten!
  • What options are available to whiten my teeth?
    Professional teeth whitening is available in many differnt delivery options. This means that you can whiten in a way that best fits your lifestyle. Whether you want to whiten your teeth with a custom tray, prefilled tray, or with an 'in-office' 1 hour whitening treatment, SmileSense has a professional whitening option for you.
  • How soon will results be visible?
    With the 1 hour treatment,Immediately! If you are using the 'take home' kit then usually after a few days to a week or so... As soon as you are finished with your teeth whitening session your teeth should have on average reached 2 to 8 shades whiter.
  • Are the results permanent?
    Results usually last between 6 to12 months perhaps even longer. However, there are a few factors that can make teeth lose their luster. Things like genetics, diet, age, some medications (like tetracycline), and certain habits (like smoking) may affect the length of your whitening results. Fortunately, touch-up treatments are quick and easy, helping you get that bright, white smile back.Most clients come back once every 6-12 months for a touch-up if so required.
  • Will my teeth become more sensitive during or after the teeth whitening process?
    Your teeth may likely become more sensitive due to the whitening gel penetrating deeper into your teeth and whitening them from the inside out. Sensitivity varies from individual to individual from being very mild to more severe! Tooth sensitivity is a relatively common side effect of teeth whitening. If sensitivity occurs, it is often temporary and will go away once you've completed the whitening process. Opalescence products include desensitizing ingredients like potassium nitrate and fluoride to help reduce sensitivity and provide additional comfort
  • Will teeth whitening also whiten my fillings, crowns(caps) and bridges?"
    No. The teeth whitening process will only remove intrinsic staining from natural teeth. If you plan on having a crown, bridge, filling or other cosmetic restorative dentistry then it is recommended that you first have your teeth whitened. Your dentist will then be able to match the colour of crown, bridge or fillings to your new whitened natural teeth..
  • Who should not have teeth whitening?
    Teeth whitening is not recommended for pregnant women, children under the age of 13 and teeth that is in poor health.
  • What if I have cavities or broken teeth, can I still have teeth whitening?"
    It is NOT recommended to have whitening done if you have broken or diseased teeth and gums. You should consult your dentist and have all problem teeth and gums treated.
  • Will teeth whitening weaken my teeth?
    The tooth whitening gels that we use contains PF (potassium nitrate and fluoride), which helps maintain the health of enamel throughout the whitening process
  • How can I pay for my treatment/product?
    You can easily pay for all your treatment and products online through our secure online store. We have partnered with Payfast as our payment gateway which offers easy, secure payment processing. Alternatively you may finance you treatment with a Medifin Loan.
  • Can I pay off monthly for my treatment?
    We have a great option available for you. Our partners at MEDIFIN will pay your full bill on your behalf, all you will pay is a monthly amount to them, plus guess what ....... NO Deposit required! Its so easy! 1 - Get your quote from us 2 - Submit your quote with your application online at www.medifin.co.za 3 - Wait 1-2 hours for approval 4 - Once approved, thats it! you will be well on your way to get your treatment started.
  • What is Medifin and what are the benefits?
    MediFin is an independent, fully compliant and self-funded authorised Financial Services and Registered Credit Provider. They provide patients with affordable medical loans to finance medical procedures. MediFin medical loans provide patients with countless benefits as loans are available from as little as R1,000 up to R150,000. Other benefits include the following: Instant pre-approval Loans are paid out to the service provider within 24 hours Medical loans do not require patients to have collateral or pay any form of deposit Medical loans offer more financing options than credit cards Patients can use the medical loan to pay for other related expenses
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