Teeth whitening in Winchester
Your shade. Your pace. Naturally.
Not all whitening
is the same.
Professional teeth whitening uses clinician-prescribed bleaching agents at concentrations that are simply not available over the counter. That means results that are noticeably more effective, longer lasting, and significantly safer than anything you can buy in a supermarket or beauty salon. In the UK, tooth whitening is a regulated dental procedure and can only legally be carried out by a registered dental professional or on their prescription.
At Parchment Street Dental, we offer two routes: Boutique home whitening, where you whiten in your own time using custom-fitted trays, and Philips Zoom! in-practice treatment for those who want immediate results in a single appointment. Both are overseen by our clinical team and tailored to your teeth, your shade goals, and your sensitivity levels.
Professional whitening is the only way to achieve safe, predictable, long-lasting results.
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completely natural.
The best whitening results are the ones that look entirely like you. We shade-match carefully, work at a pace your teeth can tolerate, and focus on achieving brightness that feels effortless rather than obvious.
Clinically safe and prescribed
Professional whitening uses regulated bleaching agents that are only available on prescription from a registered dental professional. Unlike products sold online or in beauty salons, which are either illegal or too weak to make a meaningful difference, clinician-prescribed whitening is both effective and properly overseen. We carry out a full assessment before prescribing to make sure your teeth and gums are suitable.
Two options to suit you
Boutique home whitening lets you whiten at your own pace using custom-fitted trays, either during the day or overnight, over a course of one to two weeks. Philips Zoom! delivers dramatic results in a single in-practice appointment, with minimal sensitivity and immediate impact. Both options produce excellent, long-lasting results. We will help you choose the approach that suits your lifestyle and goals.
Sensitivity managed carefully
Some sensitivity during whitening is common and entirely manageable. Both Boutique and Philips Zoom! are formulated with sensitivity in mind, and we factor your individual tolerance into the treatment plan from the outset. For patients with naturally sensitive teeth, we adjust the concentration and schedule accordingly, so you can achieve the result you want without unnecessary discomfort.
Long-lasting with simple maintenance
Professional whitening results typically last one to three years, depending on diet and lifestyle. Your custom trays make top-up treatment straightforward whenever you want to refresh your shade, using a small amount of additional whitening gel. We advise on which foods and drinks to moderate in the days immediately following treatment, and can provide ongoing support to help you maintain your results over time.
How whitening
works.
Both Boutique home whitening and Philips Zoom! follow the same careful process. Select each step to see what is involved.
We begin with a full assessment of your teeth and gums to make sure whitening is suitable for you. We note your current shade and discuss your goals, including how white you would like to go and how quickly. We then recommend the most appropriate treatment, explain exactly what is involved, and confirm the fee before anything begins. There is never any pressure to proceed on the day.
Custom trays and Boutique whitening gel. Whiten by day or by night at your own pace over one to two weeks.
Light-activated whitening at the practice in a single appointment. Custom trays included for home top-ups.
All fees are confirmed in writing before any treatment begins. No surprises, ever.
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Three routes to
a brighter smile.
We offer two clinically proven home whitening systems and one in-practice treatment, each from a brand we trust to deliver safe, consistent, and natural-looking results. All three use prescription-strength agents that are simply not available over the counter, and all are overseen by our clinical team from start to finish.
At your consultation we will assess your teeth, discuss your shade goals, and recommend the most suitable option for you. Whether you want to whiten gradually at home, achieve the highest possible natural shade, or see an immediate result in a single appointment, there is a route that fits.
The right whitening treatment is the one that suits your teeth, your goals, and your life.
Things people
often wonder.
Everything you might want to know before whitening your teeth. Still have a question? We are always happy to help.
Yes, when carried out under the supervision of a registered dental professional. Professional whitening uses clinically tested bleaching agents at safe, regulated concentrations. Before prescribing, we always assess the health of your teeth and gums to confirm you are a suitable candidate. Products sold online or in beauty salons are either ineffective or, in some cases, illegal in the UK at the concentrations required to produce meaningful results.
Some sensitivity during or after whitening is common and usually settles within a day or two. All three of our whitening systems are formulated to minimise this, and we factor your individual sensitivity into the treatment plan from the outset. If you already have sensitive teeth, we will choose the most appropriate product and schedule to keep you comfortable throughout. Sensitivity from professional whitening is temporary and manageable for the vast majority of patients.
Results typically last one to three years, depending on your diet and lifestyle habits. Foods and drinks such as coffee, red wine, and tea, as well as smoking, will gradually restain the teeth over time. Your custom trays make top-up treatment simple whenever you want to refresh your shade, using a small amount of additional whitening gel. Many patients do a brief top-up once or twice a year to keep their result looking fresh.
Whitening gel only affects natural tooth enamel. It will not change the shade of crowns, veneers, composite bonding, or fillings. If you have visible restorations in your smile, it is worth discussing this at your consultation, as whitening your natural teeth could create a mismatch in shade. In some cases, patients choose to whiten first and then replace any visible restorations to match their new, brighter smile.
The best option depends on your shade goals, your timeline, and your sensitivity levels. Boutique is ideal if you want flexibility and a gradual, natural improvement. Enlighten is the right choice if you want the highest achievable result, specifically the B1 shade. Zoom! suits those who want an immediate, dramatic change in a single in-practice appointment. We will recommend the most appropriate option at your consultation after assessing your teeth and understanding what you are hoping to achieve.
Your brightest smile yet.
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