teeth whitening?

I had the gum shield done about 5 years ago and it did work. It was a bit painful (have sensitive teeth and would tingle quite a bit!) and not the most comfortable thing to wear ? It didn't last that long though, you couldn't tell now that I did it for instance! I know that Pearl Drops do an instant whitening pen but apparently it rubs off when you eat/drink/etc so would have to keep retouching it.

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I would shop around as my dentist does it for £250 so you might find it a bit cheaper somewhere else. It does definitely work but leaves your teeth feeling VERY sensitive so make sure you use sensodyne toothpaste! I would go for it xx

I agree with the others it does work but can make your teeth temporarily sensitive but just get the sensitive teeth paste. There is no other over the counter system that works in my experience.

Crest whitestrips supreme (strongest strength) are brilliant. Work better than the dentist treatment I had, and for a fraction of the price. Everyone asks how I keep my teeth so white.

I need to stop giving my secret away! Hehe.

I was going to suggest the Crest strips, they are brilliant. Can get them on ebay and get strips for the top and bottom teeth and they also fold over and do the backs of your teeth iykwim x

I use Macleans ISO-Active whitening gel and i have to say its the best i've ever used, its around £3.50 a tube but i can tell the difference so would deffo recommend!

I'm just in the middle of having my teeth whitened with gum shield etc, the first time i used it i put WAY too much gel in the shields (half of a tube... i got 4 tubes which should last 2 weeks+) and woke up at 3 oclock in the morning in agony and choking on my own saliva pleasant huh! Since i've read my instructions properly i no longer wake up in agony lol but it makes your teeth extremely sensitive!!! that being said i've defininately seen great results already! Mine cost £200 from the dentist so it seems prices vary quite a lot so its definately worth shopping about! Beauty is pain as they say!

A local salon was doing an offer on laser teeth whitening so I booked it - not goin to get it done until june though. I have very sensitive teeth as it is so i'll def be in pain but sure no pain no gain. What I liked about it is that my front teeth are naturally whiter than the resy of my teeth so with laser whitening this can be corrected as they kept goin until uve got the look you want.

Https://www.crystal-smile.co.uk/teeth-whitening-process.asp

I'm gonna be doing the above. It can be found in Brent Cross Shopping Centre, London or Silverburn Shopping Centre, Glasgow.

£99 for 1 hour and they apply the stuff to your teeth about 3 times during the hour and use the blue LED light stuff. They claim to use non-peroxide solutions which are less harsh on your teeth but still give the same effect of peroxide based stuff.

Hi iliacit, i've been looking on ebay at the Crest Whitestrips and there are different kinds, which ones do you use? and have you been getting from america?

Thanks Amanda xx

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I wouldn't bother. I tried something similar which was offered at Bluewater for around the same price. Did not notice a difference at all. The % of hydrogen peroxide is less than that contained in the Crest Whitestrips Supreme. It's the hydrogen peroxide that actually bleaches the teeth. It is like paying for someone to use the equivalent of a weaker home whitening kit 3 times in a row.

I've also been to the Smile Studio in London and bought one of their take home kits. That worked pretty well as it had a decent % of hydrogen peroxide (about 12% I think). I noticed a difference after a few days of use and so did other people. Crest Whitestrips work just as well, if you get the supreme strength, and they are cheaper.

I buy mine here directly from Crest in the UK: https://www.oralb.co.uk/en-GB/new-oral-b-3-d-whitestrips

Try not to drink tea, coffee, red wine, coke and other staining foods and drink during the whitening process as this will slow progress. I also find myself 'topping up' every 3-6 months or so, as consuming those drinks will gradually knock your teeth back down a few shades. Tea stains white cups/mugs - it does the same to your teeth!

Another recommendation for Crest strips. They work wonders and won't make you look like this:

Really, Spangles? That was exactly the look I was going for. Disappointed.

They can't stay long, you should keep using a kind of whitening toothpaste. good luck

For me the only teeth whitening formula that I had a good experience with was from ProWhitesmile and quite affordable

I've heard about this pen, but I think it's best not to risk it before the wedding. And the doctor will do whitening for 1-2 shades.

So the choice is yours.

I noticed this post the other day and it made me wonder if I should be professionally whitening mine in time for my wedding next month but I’ve been using some whitening strips off Amazon. Truth be told my teeth are not bad but I had some staining on a couple of my front teeth and after a week of using the strips my teeth are definitely whiter and the staining is almost gone! I’m going to use them again next month before the wedding. Whitening toothpaste didn’t do anything for me.

Teeth whitening is such a popular choice for brides-to-be, and totally understandable—you want to feel your most confident on your big day! The treatment your dentist mentioned (the one with the custom mould and whitening gel) is actually quite common and tends to work well for most people. It usually lightens teeth by a few shades gradually and is much gentler than laser treatments, which can sometimes cause sensitivity.

As for whitening pens, yes—they’re available in most pharmacies or online stores. Brands like Colgate, Crest, and even some organic options offer whitening pens. They’re convenient for touch-ups but typically not strong enough for a major transformation. They can be a good maintenance tool if you've already had whitening done, though.

If you're into natural approaches, you could also try things like whitening toothpaste with baking soda or even coconut oil pulling, but results there are subtle and take time.

By the way, speaking of natural care, your post reminded me of the Amrit Brikha Andolan —an inspiring movement for tree plantation in India. Just like taking care of the environment, taking care of our own well-being, including dental health, is so important—especially for special moments like your wedding day! 😊

Wishing you a radiant smile and a beautiful wedding!

Totally get wanting a brighter smile for your big day without breaking the bank! The treatment your dentist mentioned sounds like professional take-home whitening trays, and yes — they do work for a lot of people. It’s a more gradual process than laser whitening, but it’s safe, effective, and way more affordable. You’ll usually see results after a week or two, especially if you’re consistent with wearing them overnight.

Das klingt nach einer guten Alternative – viele berichten, dass diese Methode durchaus sichtbare Ergebnisse bringt, besonders wenn man sie regelmäßig anwendet. Für den Hochzeitstag soll schließlich alles perfekt sein – vom Lächeln bis zum Kleid. Apropos: Wer noch auf der Suche nach dem passenden Look ist, findet mit stilvollen midi abendkleider sicher genau das Richtige für einen unvergesslichen Auftritt.

I totally get where you're coming from, wanting to look your best on your wedding day without spending a small fortune. I actually went down the same route with the custom trays and gel before a big event, and I was surprised at how effective it was. It gradually lightened my teeth over a couple of weeks, and while the sensitivity was definitely noticeable (especially during the first few nights), using a sensitive toothpaste helped a lot. Just be consistent and try to avoid heavily staining foods while you're doing the treatment.

If you're still exploring options, I’d recommend checking out Indental Castle Hill . They offer professional teeth whitening that’s not only more affordable than in-chair laser whitening but also supervised, so you know you’re using something safe and effective. Sometimes clinics like this can give you a better price or package if you let them know it's for a wedding or special occasion. Might be worth a call!

Whatever you decide, give yourself a few weeks before the big day so your teeth have time to adjust and look their best. Congrats in advance!