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Health check
Decay and gum disease must be treated first — whitening on unhealthy teeth hurts and fails.
StepsTreatments
Coffee, tea, and years of living can darken teeth. We offer professional whitening when your gums and enamel are healthy enough — after a check, with a written quote.
In this treatment
Health check, then in-chair whitening or custom trays with professional gel — plus after-care for sensitivity and staining.
Decay and gum disease must be treated first — whitening on unhealthy teeth hurts and fails.
StepsIn-chair session or custom trays with professional gel — we explain sensitivity risks.
StepsWhat to avoid for 48 hours and how to touch up later without overdoing it.
FAQsHonest expectations
Crowns, veneers, and large fillings will not change shade. These accordions cover candidacy, sensitivity, professional versus supermarket kits, and keeping results.
Healthy teeth with yellowing from food, drink, or age. You need a recent exam — start with hygiene if it has been a while.
Not ideal during pregnancy or for children under 16.
Temporary cold sensitivity is common. We use desensitising products and adjust strength if needed.
Tell us if you already have sensitive teeth before we begin.
Professional gel is stronger and trays fit better, so results are more even with less gum irritation.
We still quote in writing and do not whiten over untreated decay.
Coffee, red wine, and smoking stain faster after whitening. Water after dark drinks helps.
Touch-up gel is available when appropriate — ask at your review.
The process
From exam to whiter teeth — the usual sequence.
Check decay, gums, and existing restorations.
Choose in-chair or take-home professional option.
Treatment session or tray delivery with instructions.
Check shade and sensitivity; plan touch ups if wanted.
Honest answers
Sensitivity, cost, and how white is realistic.
Often mild and short. We can slow the protocol.
Quote after exam. Extras rebates vary — ask at booking.
Natural improvement, not Hollywood white unless you want that discussed.
They will not lighten. We point out mismatches before you start.
Before you book
Duration, teens, and safety under dental supervision.
Yes. Whitening on decay or sore gums causes pain and uneven colour.
Months to a few years depending on diet and smoking. Touch ups help.
Usually not until adult teeth are fully erupted — often mid to late teens after assessment.
Professional whitening under dental supervision is safe on healthy teeth when instructions are followed.
All treatments
Start with hygiene if it has been a while. We will say no if whitening is not safe yet — and quote in writing when it is.
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No whitening over hidden decay.
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You know what will and will not change.
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Optional gel when appropriate.
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