In-Office Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening lightens teeth that have darkened or yellowed with age, or from coffee, tea, red wine, smoking and certain foods. In-office (chairside) whitening uses a higher-strength bleaching gel than home kits, applied by the clinical team with the gums carefully protected, so results appear in a single visit under professional supervision. At OrtoImplant Clinic the main in-office option is the Opalescence Boost system, a chemically activated…

Before whitening, a professional hygiene clean is recommended so that plaque and surface stains are removed and the gel can act evenly on the enamel; this is booked separately. The dentist first checks that the teeth and gums are healthy and explains what to expect — whitening lightens natural tooth structure but does not change the colour of existing fillings, crowns or veneers, which is an important consideration for front teeth and something the clinic…