FAQ’s The Tooth Fairy

Results vary depending on the natural shade of the teeth, level of staining, lifestyle habits, and overall enamel condition. Some clients may achieve up to 6+ shades whiter in a single session, while others may require multiple treatments to reach their desired level of whitening, particularly in cases of deeper or long-term staining.

For clients seeking a brighter “Hollywood white” result with more noticeable whitening in fewer sessions, our Advanced Whitening Treatment is recommended.

Teeth whitening works by using a professional whitening gel designed to help reduce the appearance of stains and discoloration on the enamel surface of the teeth. The treatment helps brighten the natural shade of your smile over the course of the session and continues processing for several hours afterward.

Results vary depending on the natural shade of the teeth, staining, enamel condition, and lifestyle habits. Some clients may achieve up to 6+ shades whiter in one session, while others may require multiple treatments for optimal results.

Mild temporary sensitivity can happen after whitening and usually fades within 24–48 hours.

If you have naturally sensitive teeth or gums, we recommend our Sensitivity Whitening Treatment, which is designed to be gentler while still providing visible results.

For the first 24–48 hours following your whitening treatment, it is important to avoid foods, beverages, and habits that may cause staining. Immediately after whitening, the enamel becomes temporarily more porous and dehydrated, which makes the teeth more susceptible to absorbing pigments and discoloration.

During this period, avoid:

• Coffee
• Tea
• Red wine
• Dark sodas and energy drinks
• Tomato sauce, soy sauce, curry, and other heavily pigmented foods
• Berries and brightly coloured foods
• Smoking or vaping
• Coloured beverages or foods that could stain a white shirt

A helpful guideline is: if it can stain a white shirt, it can stain freshly whitened teeth.

For best results, stick to lighter-coloured foods and clear beverages during the aftercare period. Recommended options include water, chicken, rice, pasta with light sauces, white fish, potatoes, cauliflower, bananas, and other pale or neutral-coloured foods.

Drinking plenty of water is strongly encouraged, as it helps support the natural rehydration process of the enamel and assists in rinsing away surface pigments. Some clients may also notice that their teeth continue to brighten slightly over the next 12–24 hours as the whitening process finishes developing.

Following proper aftercare is essential for achieving the brightest and longest-lasting whitening results possible.

For the first 24 hours after your whitening treatment, it is recommended to follow a “white diet,” meaning foods and beverages that are light in colour and less likely to cause staining while the teeth are temporarily more porous.

Recommended foods and beverages include:

• Chicken
• White rice
• Pasta with light or white sauce
• Potatoes
• Plain yogurt
• Bananas
• Water and clear beverages

Following a white diet during the initial aftercare period helps maintain and protect your whitening results while minimizing the risk of new surface staining.

Teeth whitening results can last several months depending on individual lifestyle habits, oral hygiene, and maintenance. Regular consumption of staining substances such as coffee, tea, red wine, dark sodas, smoking, or vaping may cause discoloration to return more quickly and may require maintenance treatments sooner.

To help extend and maintain whitening results, we recommend proper oral hygiene, routine dental cleanings, and the use of whitening maintenance products such as whitening toothpaste or at-home touch-up treatments when appropriate.

We also offer professional at-home whitening treatments and maintenance products designed to help clients maintain their results between appointments.

No. Full whitening of the back surfaces of the teeth is not standard in cosmetic whitening treatments. Whitening products cannot safely be applied too close to the gum tissue or in areas that are difficult to properly isolate and protect during treatment.

Our whitening treatments are designed to focus primarily on the visible smile line, providing safe and effective cosmetic results while minimizing unnecessary irritation to the gums and surrounding soft tissue.

Temporary white spots or uneven areas may appear immediately after a whitening treatment due to temporary enamel dehydration. During the whitening process, moisture is removed from the enamel surface, which can make naturally occurring spots, mineral variations, or areas of dehydration appear brighter or more noticeable temporarily.

This is a normal and common reaction following teeth whitening and is typically not permanent. As the teeth naturally rehydrate over the next 24–48 hours, the enamel returns to its normal moisture balance and the colour generally becomes more even and blended.

In many cases, clients also notice that their whitening results continue to settle and brighten slightly during this period as the treatment fully develops.

No. Whitening products only work on natural tooth enamel. Existing dental work such as crowns, veneers, fillings, or bonding will not change color.

Our treatments are cosmetic whitening services designed to safely brighten natural teeth when aftercare instructions are followed properly.

Clients with dental concerns, gum disease, untreated cavities, or other oral health conditions should consult their dentist before whitening.

Hormonal changes during pregnancy may increase tooth and gum sensitivity. For clients who are pregnant, we typically recommend gentler whitening options such as our Sensitivity Whitening Treatment.

Tooth gems are cosmetic crystals professionally applied to the surface of the natural tooth using a dental-grade bonding material similar to what is used in cosmetic dental procedures. The application process is completely non-invasive, meaning no drilling, cutting, or damage to the natural tooth structure is involved.

During the procedure, the tooth is carefully cleaned and prepared before the gem is bonded securely to the enamel surface. Once applied, the gem is cured and hardened to help ensure long-lasting wear.

With proper care and oral hygiene, tooth gems can last several months or even years depending on lifestyle habits, placement, and individual enamel conditions. Avoiding habits such as picking at the gem, chewing hard objects, or using the teeth to open items can help prolong retention.

Do you remove tooth gems?

Yes. We do offer tooth gem removals; however, for the safest and most controlled removal process, we generally recommend having tooth gems professionally removed by a dental professional. Dentists have specialized tools designed to safely remove bonded materials while minimizing the risk of unnecessary enamel damage.

Improper removal or attempting to remove a tooth gem at home may damage the enamel surface or cause irritation to the surrounding tooth structure.

We offer one complimentary replacement within 60 days of your appointment. After 60 days, replacement fees may apply.

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To help maintain your results:

Brush and floss regularly
Avoid excessive staining foods/drinks
Use whitening maintenance products
Schedule touch-up treatments as needed
Avoid smoking/vaping when possible

Some clients achieve their desired results in one appointment, while others may need multiple sessions depending on starting shade and whitening goals. We will always recommend the best option based on your smile goals.

Not all stains sit on the surface of the teeth. Some discoloration is deeper within the tooth structure and may require multiple whitening sessions to improve.

Deeper staining can be caused by:

Genetics and natural tooth color
Smoking or vaping over time
Coffee, tea, red wine, or dark sodas
Certain medications
Aging and enamel wear
Previous dental trauma
Long-term stain buildup

Surface stains usually respond faster to whitening, while deeper or older stains may lighten more gradually over several appointments.

This is why some clients achieve dramatic results in one session, while others need a treatment plan to safely work toward a brighter smile.

Teeth whitening results vary from person to person and are influenced by several factors, including the natural shade of the teeth, enamel thickness, genetics, age, and the type and depth of staining present.

Some stains are more resistant to whitening than others. Deep staining caused by coffee, tea, red wine, smoking, medications, or long-term discoloration may require multiple sessions to achieve brighter results. Teeth that are naturally darker or more yellow-toned may also take longer to whiten compared to lighter natural enamel shades.

In many cases, clients who achieve very bright results have had previous whitening treatments, naturally lighter enamel, or have completed multiple sessions over time. Whitening is a gradual cosmetic process for some individuals, and results can continue to improve with maintenance treatments and proper aftercare.

For clients seeking more dramatic whitening in fewer sessions, our Advanced Whitening Treatment may be recommended.