Teeth Whitening

Say goodbye to stained and dull teeth—our professional at-home tooth whitening kits can give you a noticeably brighter smile in no time. Safe, effective, and tailored to your needs, our whitening solutions lift years of discolouration caused by coffee, wine, smoking, & more. Whether you’re after a subtle refresh or a full transformation, we’ll help you smile brightly.

What does teeth whitening do?

Everybody loves a bright white smile, and there are a variety of products and procedures available to help you improve the look of yours. Many people are satisfied with the sparkle they get from brushing twice daily with a fluoride-containing toothpaste, cleaning between their teeth once a day and the regular cleanings at your dentist’s office. If you decide you would like to go beyond this to make your smile look brighter, you should investigate all of your options.

Will whitening my teeth work?

Bleaching is effective for dealing with stains caused by food and age. The process involves whitening the teeth by exposing them to a bleaching solution. We are usually able to achieve fantastic results with our whitening process.

Depending on your teeth colouring, you may want to start by speaking with your dentist. They can tell you whether whitening procedures would be effective for you. Whiteners may not correct all types of discolouration. For example:

  • Yellow – hued teeth will probably bleach well
  • Brown – coloured teeth may bleach less well, and
  • Grey – hued teeth may not bleach well at all.

Likewise, bleaching may not enhance your smile if you have had bonding or tooth-coloured fillings placed in your front teeth. The whitener will not effect the colour of these materials, and they will stand out in your newly whitened smile. In these cases, you may want to investigate other options, like veneers. 

BEFORE

AFTER

BEFORE

AFTER

In-office whitening

This is the quickest way to whiten your teeth. The “in-office” method is where a strong bleaching agent is placed over the isolated teeth and a special light is used to assist the bleaching material lighten the teeth.

The procedure outlined below takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour to complete and can whiten your teeth up to 7 shades lighter. This method is generally more controlled and better for people who have tetracycline stains or streaks on their teeth.

The advantage of an in-office treatment is that bleaching trays do not need to be worn for an extensive period to obtain whiter teeth. In fact when you leave our office you will have significantly whiter teeth. The disadvantage of the in-office whitening treatment is the inability to control the amount of whiteness and the inability for easy touch ups after the whitening begins to dull. 

At-home whitening

At home whitening is an ideal way to make sure that your teeth stay white after you have bleached them. Used either by itself or in conjunction with in-office bleaching, it is a simple and inexpensive method to bleach your teeth.

Custom-made trays made in our office especially for your teeth are filled with the bleaching gel. The trays are worn for up to two hours a day for 7 – 10 days with the bleaching gel inside.

By keeping the bleaching gel in contact with your teeth for the prescribed period of time, your teeth get whiter. Another advantage of at-home whitening is that twice a year you can do a touch up treatment with your trays and the extra bleach our clinic supplies for you. That way you can maintain your white teeth forever.

Although the time required for the treatment is longer than in-office whitening, the results are usually far superior. Because of this, at our clinic, we combine the two treatments. In-office whitening for the fastest results and at-home whitening to maintain your teeth.

Results vary from individual to individual and it is probably best to check with your dentist to help decide which method works best for you. Some of the factors involved include the intensity of the stains, whether or not you have fillings or crowns on your front teeth as well as what may have caused the stains.

FAQs

We have two different methods of whitening your teeth:

In-office whitening is a way to jump start the whitening procedure. By using a strong concentration of the whitening gel, the teeth get bleached quickly.

Home whitening is used to complete the bleaching procedure and keep your teeth looking white for years.

Bleaching solutions. Many of these products contain peroxide(s), which actually bleach the surfaces of the teeth. These products typically rely on 10 percent carbamide peroxide (which is equivalent to 3 percent hydrogen peroxide). In the last decade, carbamide peroxide has been demonstrated as a safe and effective whitening agent when used as directed.

Peroxide-containing whiteners typically come in a gel and are placed in a mouthguard, which you wear for about two hours a day over about two weeks.

Yes, when done professionally, teeth whitening is a safe and effective way to brighten your smile. At Panmure Dentists, we use high-quality, dentist-approved products that minimise sensitivity and protect your enamel.

The results can last anywhere from several months to a couple of years, depending on your diet, oral hygiene, and lifestyle habits like smoking or drinking coffee. We’ll provide tips to help you maintain your whiter smile for as long as possible.

Whitening works best on natural teeth and may not be effective on crowns, fillings, or veneers. Before treatment, we’ll assess your smile and let you know what kind of results you can expect.

What to Expect

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We start with a thorough examination to determine if teeth whitening is right for you. We’ll assess your oral health, discuss your goals, and explain the options available—whether in-clinic treatment or a take-home kit.

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Before whitening begins, we carefully protect your gums and soft tissues to prevent irritation. If you’re using our take-home option, we’ll create custom-fitted trays for safe and effective use at home.

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For in-clinic whitening, we apply a professional-grade whitening gel to your teeth and activate it with a special light for fast, visible results—often in just one visit. For take-home kits, you’ll follow a personalised plan over several days or weeks.

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Once your treatment is complete, we’ll provide advice on how to maintain your brighter smile, including what foods and drinks to avoid and how to care for your teeth to prolong your results.

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