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Yellow Teeth

Yellow or Dull Teeth? Enlighten Whitening Can Help.

Tooth discolouration is very common. Surface staining from coffee, tea, red wine and tobacco can dull enamel, while ageing and certain medications can cause deeper yellowing. Professional whitening is the safest way to brighten your smile.

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01 — Why it matters
Professional whitening is safer and more effective than shop-bought kits.

Over-the-counter products often use low-strength gel and one-size trays that produce uneven results. Enlighten whitening uses custom-fitted trays made for your teeth, with prescription-strength gel for predictable, even brightening.

A whitening assessment first checks that your teeth and gums are healthy — so you get a brighter smile without unnecessary sensitivity or disappointment.

02 — Symptoms

Obvious. And often painful.

The signs vary, but most people notice one or more of these:

  1. 01Yellow or brown surface staining
  2. 02Dull, flat-looking enamel
  3. 03One tooth darker than the rest
  4. 04Stains that don't shift with normal brushing
03 — Causes

Where it comes from.

The most common culprits:

Coffee, tea & red wine
Common surface staining over time.
Tobacco
Deep yellow and brown discolouration.
Ageing
Enamel thins and dentine shows through.
Medication or trauma
Deeper discolouration inside the tooth.
04 — When to see a dentist

Don't wait it out.

Speak to your our practice dentist if you're experiencing any of the following — book an appointment as soon as you can:

  • Your teeth look noticeably darker than before
  • Shop-bought whitening hasn't worked
  • You want predictable results with minimal sensitivity
  • You have a special event coming up
05 — What to do about the pain

In discomfort right now?

Yellow teeth are usually painless, but whitening can temporarily increase sensitivity. A professional assessment helps us choose the right strength and timing for your comfort.

06 — What's next

A plan, not a quick fix.

We'll examine your teeth, recommend a hygiene clean to lift surface stains, and discuss whether Enlighten take-home whitening or in-clinic whitening is right for you.

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