Professional Teeth Whitening

Professional whitening uses dental-grade peroxide gels at concentrations only available through a clinic, applied under the supervision of the dental team. Because the process is controlled and the gums are protected during treatment, it can lighten the teeth more effectively and more evenly than shop-bought strips or kits, while keeping the enamel safe.

At Centrum Estetique whitening follows a check of oral health: the dentist confirms the teeth and gums are sound and that any decay or fillings are addressed first, and professional hygiene to remove plaque and surface staining is recommended so the gel works on a clean surface. The clinic then carries out whitening to lighten the underlying shade of the teeth; depending on the chosen method this may be performed in the practice, provided as a take-home…

Whitening is most effective on natural teeth that have yellowed or darkened with age, coffee, tea, red wine or smoking; it does not change the colour of existing crowns, veneers or fillings, which is why shade planning matters when other restorations are involved. Some short-lived sensitivity can occur afterwards and settles within a day or two. Results vary between individuals and gradually fade over time with diet and lifestyle, so occasional top-ups…