Teeth whitening

Coffee, black tea, red wine and smoking gradually darken your teeth, and with age the dentine under the enamel turns more yellow. Toothpaste removes only surface stains. Professional whitening works on the pigments inside the enamel, so the difference is visible and long-lasting.

There are three options. In-clinic whitening uses a gel activated by a lamp; sometimes two sessions are needed. Laser whitening is the gentlest on the enamel and takes less time; one session is usually enough, with no sensitivity afterwards. Home whitening uses trays made to fit your teeth and a milder gel, worn for a few hours a day for 10 to 14 days.

Before whitening we do a professional cleaning and check that there are no cavities or inflamed gums. For 48 hours after the session, avoid coffee, red wine, coloured sauces and smoking. Whitening is not done during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or for anyone under 18.

What it includes

• Consultation and assessment, recording your starting shade
• Checking your teeth and gums for decay, cracks or inflammation
• Whitening at the clinic, with a laser or at home
• Advice on keeping the colour

When it is recommended

• Teeth that have naturally yellowed
• Stains and discolouration from coffee, tea, red wine or tobacco
• Before an important event, to look your best
• Whitening a non-vital tooth that has darkened
• Patients who want results in a single session

Prices

Clear costs, no surprises. The list shows the price of every procedure, including those that are sometimes added, such as anaesthesia or a rubber dam. Before treatment you receive a written plan with all the costs, and if a new stage comes up along the way, we stop and talk it through with you.

Frequently asked questions