Teeth Whitening
Brighten up your smile with our professional teeth whitening services – a simple, safe, and effective solution. Choose between the convenience of take-home whitening and the immediate results of in-chair whitening.
Types of Whitening
There are five main ways we can whiten your teeth.
Take-home Whitening kit with a custom made tray
Whiten your teeth at your own leisure. The time taken for this is typically up to 2 weeks, wearing the trays from 30mins (day bleach) to 8h (night bleach) a day.
In-chair Whitening
We aim to whiten all your teeth in an hour. You will still get a custom tray to take home just in case you need to whiten them more. This is the best method if you need to whiten your teeth in a hurry.
Internal bleaching
Whitening powder is placed internally inside your tooth, generally after root canal treatment. We use this to correct intrinsic stains (eg. a dark tooth).
Enamel Micro-abrasion
Not technically a whitening procedure, but is typically used to ensure uniform colour throughout a tooth using special paste and an abrasive brush.
ICON Infiltration
Not technically a whitening procedure, but is typically used to ensure uniform colour throughout a tooth using small resin particles.
Top Reasons People Choose Professional Teeth Whitening
One of the main reasons patients choose teeth whitening is to improve the appearance of yellow or stained teeth. Stains can develop over time due to coffee, tea, red wine, smoking, or simply the natural aging process.
It’s important to note that not all teeth are suitable for whitening. In some cases, darker or discoloured teeth may require alternative cosmetic treatments such as veneers or dental crowns. We also recommend completing any necessary dental work — such as fillings — before starting whitening, so your mouth is healthy and your results are even.
Side Effects of Teeth Whitening
Before starting any whitening treatment, we conduct a thorough dental examination to ensure you are a suitable candidate. Teeth whitening may not be suitable for:
- Very young patients
- Those with poor oral hygiene
- Teeth with large root exposures
The most common side effect is temporary tooth sensitivity, which usually resolves within a few days. In rare cases, sensitivity may last longer.
Our Teeth Whitening Options
We offer two effective whitening solutions:
- Professional take-home whitening kits with custom-fitted trays
- Complimentary whitening included with Invisalign® Clear Aligners
With professional teeth whitening, you can achieve a brighter smile safely and effectively, under the care of your dentist.
All our whitening products are TGA approved and we follow the strict government guidelines on the concentration we can use.
Brands of Teeth Bleaching we use
- Opalescence™
- Pola™
- Invisalign™ powered by Opalescence™
Let our team guide you and find out which option is best for you!
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does teeth whitening cost?
Teeth whitening procedures at Dental at Keys cost under $500 for a take-home kit which includes 2 custom fit trays and the whitening material. In-chair whitening will cost more as it involves more time at the dentist and also a take-home kit.
Can you guarantee results?
Unfortunately, it is impossible to guarantee whitening results. Everyone’s teeth are different and as such, everyone’s teeth whiten differently and there is nothing we can do to control that. The majority of our patients experience at the minimum, 1-2 shades lighter of difference. There may be a case where some patients may not see any improvement and some patients experience amazing results in just a few days.
How long do the whitening results last?
There are many variables for this. Generally, most patients will only whiten their teeth once a year at most. Certain foods and drink can stain your teeth quickly and you may find that you will have to bleach your teeth on a more regular basis. If you have an existing tray that fits you and you have had a check-up recently, we can sell you a bleach refill kit when you run out. Doing a small top up for a few nights every couple of months is more likely to maintain the shade.
