In-Office Teeth Whitening

Professional teeth whitening lightens the natural shade of the teeth using a controlled bleaching gel, reducing staining and discolouration for a brighter smile. Clinica Dentale offers in-office whitening performed in a single appointment as well as custom take-home trays made to fit your teeth. Because whitening is carried out by dental professionals after checking your teeth and gums, it is safer and typically more effective than over-the-counter alternatives.

Teeth gradually darken and pick up stains over the years from food, drink, tobacco and ageing. Professional whitening uses a peroxide-based gel to break down these stains and lighten the underlying tooth colour, giving a fresher, brighter appearance without removing tooth structure. Carried out under dental supervision, it allows a stronger, better-controlled result than shop-bought kits and includes a check that the teeth and gums are healthy enough to whiten first. At Clinica Dentale two approaches are available. In-office whitening is completed at the practice in a single visit, with the gums protected and a professional-strength gel applied to the teeth for a noticeable change in one sitting. Custom take-home whitening uses trays individually made from impressions of your teeth, which you fill with gel and wear at home over a short course for a more gradual lift; the two methods can also be combined, with an in-office session followed by trays to maintain and extend the result. Some short-lived tooth sensitivity is common during or just after whitening and usually settles quickly. Results depend on the starting shade and the cause of discolouration — whitening lightens natural teeth but does not change the colour of existing fillings, crowns or veneers, so the dentist will discuss expectations and whether whitening, restorations or a combination best suits your smile. A hygiene appointment beforehand is often recommended.