Professional Teeth Whitening (Philips Zoom)

In-clinic teeth whitening lightens the natural shade of the teeth using a professional bleaching gel activated by a Philips Zoom lamp, performed and supervised by the dental team. It is well suited to general yellowing and staining from age, food and drink, and gives a noticeable result in a single visit. A check-up and clean beforehand help ensure an even outcome on healthy teeth and gums.

Professional whitening lightens teeth that have darkened or yellowed over time due to age, food, drink and other staining. Unlike over-the-counter products, an in-clinic treatment uses a higher-strength bleaching gel applied under controlled conditions by the dental team, with the gums protected, so it can produce a clearer change in shade safely and in a single appointment. At FROE the procedure uses the Philips Zoom system, in which the professional gel is applied to the teeth and activated with a dedicated whitening lamp over a series of short cycles. The lips and gums are isolated and protected throughout. Before whitening, the clinic generally recommends a check-up and a hygiene clean so that the surfaces are free of plaque and tartar and the colour takes evenly; whitening works on natural tooth enamel and does not change the shade of existing fillings, crowns or veneers, which may need to be considered in the plan. Some people notice short-lived tooth sensitivity for a day or two afterwards, which typically settles. Avoiding strongly coloured food, drink and tobacco in the days after treatment helps the result last, and results vary from person to person. Whitening is best suited to adults with healthy teeth and gums; the dentist will check suitability and the cause of any discoloration first, since a single dark non-vital tooth may instead be treated with internal bleaching.