Power whitening sessions alone can produce good results. The key difference with Enlighten is the combination protocol and the specific guarantee attached to it. No other widely available professional system offers a guaranteed end shade to the same degree.

How long do Enlighten results last?

With good maintenance, Enlighten results are long-lasting. Most patients find the result holds well for a year or more, particularly if they follow the recommended maintenance protocol using the trays occasionally.

The things most likely to reduce how long results last are the same factors that cause staining in the first place: coffee, tea, red wine, smoking, and poor oral hygiene. Limiting these and attending regular hygiene appointments at Roseacre Dental will help keep your teeth at their whitest.

Is Enlighten Teeth Whitening safe?

Yes, when used as directed under professional supervision. The main side effect is temporary sensitivity. Some patients experience increased tooth or gum sensitivity during treatment, usually mild and resolving within a few days of completing the course. Using a sensitive toothpaste during treatment helps manage this for most people.

Whitening gel does not damage tooth enamel when used correctly. The British Dental Association and the European Commission have both reviewed the safety evidence for professionally administered peroxide-based whitening and confirmed it is safe at regulated concentrations.

Enlighten is not suitable for patients with active gum disease, untreated decay, or certain types of dental restoration on prominent front teeth. Your dentist will check all of this at a consultation before treatment begins.

FAQ

What shade does Enlighten whiten teeth to?
Enlighten is guaranteed to reach shade B1, the lightest shade on the standard dental shade guide, on any tooth when the protocol is followed correctly.

How long does Enlighten whitening take?
The full treatment takes approximately two to three weeks around two weeks of at-home overnight use followed by a single in-practice session.

Will Enlighten work on crowns or veneers?
No. Like all whitening systems, Enlighten only works on natural tooth enamel. See Blog 8. Can you whiten teeth that have crowns, veneers or fillings for more on this.

Does Enlighten Teeth Whitening make teeth sensitive?
Some patients experience mild temporary sensitivity during treatment. This is common with all professional whitening systems and usually resolves quickly after treatment ends. Using a sensitive toothpaste during the course helps.

Final Thoughts

If you would like to find out whether Enlighten whitening is suitable for you, a short consultation at Roseacre Dental is the starting point.