To make sure that you know all that there is to know about teeth whitening, we’ve put together a guide on the various treatments. You never know, you might just find a new treatment that you want to offer so that you can generate a new revenue stream.
Laser Whitening Treatments
Having a laser take off the discoloured enamel that has been taking the edge off is something that is becoming more and more popular. The long lifetime of the results really does speak for itself and make this an in-demand treatment at practices and clinics that are chiefly focused on aesthetics.
Laser whitening is a tightly regulated and governed industry, allowing you to recommend this treatment with the peace of mind that makes all the difference. If you choose to offer it yourself, having a dedicated technician will ensure that you are always up to date with the very latest developments in the industry.
Custom-Fitted Teeth Whitening Trays
A little less industrial and yet just as effective are teeth whitening trays. They will typically be fitted by a trained dental professional and can produce quick results when used consistently. Patients will want to come back to you if they achieve results on their first try, especially if they are looking for a long-term solution that doesn’t involve laser whitening.
If you are a practice manager looking to expand your business, give some thought to how you can best market teeth whitening trays. Many patients will not have heard of them but will be impressed by the results and streamlined application when they see it for themselves. A demo on social media could be all it takes to start booking out your schedule here.
Professional Whitening Strips
Whitening strips have been popular for many years because of their unique combination of noticeable results, ease of use, and affordable pricing. There are so many different brands out there that it can be hard to know where to look. Using your status as a dental professional will help you recommend a strip that you know is good for teeth and generate some additional revenue.
It is easy to find a trusted supplier of white dental beauty treatments that has a national reach and a glowing reputation once you know where to look. All you have to do is reach out and connect as you look to place a tester order to see the products for yourself.
High-Peroxide Toothpaste
Recommending toothpaste with a higher concentration of the whitening agent peroxide will help add some shine back into the smile of any patient on a budget. Selling the toothpaste along with a selection of different manual and electric brushes will help you turn a regular patient into a loyal customer who always leaves with a few extras. There are also a few more holistic recommendations that you can make, although not every patient will be receptive to them.
Oil Pulling with Coconut Oil
You only have to look at our collection of beauty and wellness secrets to see that there is no shortage of natural options out there, so don’t be surprised if a patient asks you about one. The trick is to remember that natural treatments will be welcomed by some patients but dismissed out of hand by others. We know you are always the best judge of what your patients need on an individual basis.
Oil pulling with coconut oil allows any patient to get to the root of the problem without delay, and also without running the risk of inflaming sensitive tissue in the mouth. This is important for those who have recently undergone dental work. There are even some dental practices in the UK that now partner with health and wellness centres to offer this treatment on a private basis. There are a lot of different options out there if you want to expand and diversify.
Dietary Changes Can Help
Smoking discolours your teeth and sugary foods erode that shiny white enamel. If what you put into your body can take the shine off your smile, it stands to reason that you can protect your smile by giving what you eat a little extra thought.
While there may not be a superfood that will make your smile glow, there are thousands of scientific studies that show how a balanced diet containing whole foods supports the body. Some practices also explore oral microbiome support, such as probiotic-based formulations like Prodentim Oral Probiotics, which focus on maintaining healthy bacteria levels in the mouth to support gum health alongside cosmetic treatments. If you find a patient who is open-minded about the power of diet, giving them a gentle nudge to go and take a closer look really could work wonders for their gum disease.
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