Short answer: yes—when it’s done sensibly and matched to your teeth. At NaturaSmile, we offer a cosmetic teeth-whitening service using gels that contain 0.1% peroxide or less, designed to lift everyday stains safely and comfortably. For most people with tea/coffee, red-wine or smoking discolouration, our results are visibly comparable to in-chair dental whitening—at roughly 25–35% of the price. You keep the brighter look with simple top-ups and good habits.
How our whitening works (and why it feels gentler)
Traditional dental whitening relies on higher-strength peroxide gels to chemically bleach stains deep within the tooth. Our approach uses ultra-low-peroxide cosmetic gels (≤0.1%) combined with stain-lifting and brightening ingredients and controlled exposure in-clinic. In practice, that means:
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Guaranteed - Instant whitening shade improvement
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Minimal sensitivity for most clients (no “zing” or next-day throbbing typical of stronger dentist applied gels)
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Comfortable, cosmetic procedure - Our service is cosmetic—not a dental treatment—and fully compliant with UK /EU laws.
How we compare: NaturaSmile vs other options
1) Dentists’ in-chair whitening
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Uses higher peroxide (typically up to 6% in the UK), sometimes with a light.
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Whitens several shades -often several shades in one session.
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Price: Typically from £350 - £550 to start.
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Best for: Complex or intrinsic discolouration (e.g., tetracycline or grey tones).
2) Dentist-supplied home trays
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Custom trays with lower-strength gels worn for 1–4 weeks.
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Steady, well-supervised results.
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Price: average from £350 - £550 plus initial in-chair whitening
3) Online kits
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Strips, pens, generic trays.
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Legal limit is ≤0.1% peroxide - (beware - often illegal high peroxide content gels sold online which can cause damage and irritate gums)
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Price: Low, but results vary and misuse can irritate gums.
4) Whitening toothpastes
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Abrasives and optical brighteners.
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Great for maintenance, not true shade change.
Why many clients choose NaturaSmile
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Comparable visual results for everyday staining to dentist in-chair whitening for many clients
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Typically 65–75% cheaper (you pay around 25–35% of the dental price)
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Gentler experience with low sensitivity
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Fast appointment and simple maintenance top-ups
What results can I expect?
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Typical outcome: A visibly brighter smile and a lift of multiple shade steps for staining.
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Who sees the best results: Tea/coffee/red-wine drinkers, smokers, and anyone with yellowing from age or diet.
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Who may need a dentist instead: Heavy grey/brown intrinsic stains, banding from antibiotics, or complex cases—these often need higher-strength dentist treatments.
How long does whitening last?
Results can last months to a couple of years, depending on habits. You’ll extend brightness by:
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Reducing dark drinks (or sipping through a straw)
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Rinsing after coffee/tea/red wine
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Good daily brushing and regular hygiene visits
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Quick top-ups at NaturaSmile when you notice fade
Is it safe?
Yes—when done properly. Our ≤0.1% peroxide cosmetic gels and protocols are designed for comfort and safety:
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Low risk of sensitivity or gum irritation
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No harsh abrasion or DIY mishaps
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Compliant with UK / EU Laws for non-dental providers
(If in doubt and you know you have active dental issues—decay, gum disease, cracks, large exposed dentine - you should see a dentist first.)
Will it whiten crowns, veneers, or fillings?
The teeth whitening procedure will restore crowns, caps, fillings or veneers to their original colour and will not cause any damage. Please note that the process will not whiten them more than their original colour.
NaturaSmile in a nutshell
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Cosmetic whitening with ≤0.1% peroxide
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Comparable results for everyday stains to dental in-chair whitening for many clients
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About 25–35% of the cost of dentist in-chair treatment
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Gentle, fast, and maintenance-friendly
Ready to brighten your smile—without the dental-chair price tag?
Book a NaturaSmile session today!
