In-Office Teeth Whitening

In-office whitening at MultiMedica is a supervised chairside treatment that lightens the colour of the natural teeth using a professional-strength bleaching gel not available over the counter. After the lips and gums are isolated and protected, the gel is applied to the enamel and left to work, sometimes in more than one cycle within the appointment, so a visible change in shade is achieved in a single visit. It addresses general dulling and yellowing…

Whitening works on natural tooth structure only — it does not change the colour of fillings, crowns or veneers — so the clinic will usually advise a hygiene visit and a quick assessment beforehand to check the teeth and gums are healthy and to set realistic expectations about the final shade. Some people notice short-lived sensitivity for a day or two afterwards, which typically settles on its own. For patients who would rather lighten their teeth…