Professional whitening can lighten natural tooth colour. We check your teeth and gums first, then talk through in-chair and take-home options.
Not every treatment suits every person. Your dentist will discuss your options with you, including other treatments and the option of no treatment.
Here is what usually happens. Your dentist will explain each step for your situation before you start.
We make sure your teeth and gums are healthy enough for whitening.
In-chair whitening in one visit, or custom take-home trays.
We protect your gums and apply the whitening gel.
We explain how to keep results for longer.
Teeth may feel sensitive for a day or two after whitening. Avoid strongly coloured food and drink, such as coffee, tea and red wine, for about 48 hours.
Short-lived sensitivity and gum irritation are common, and whitening won’t change fillings, crowns or veneers. Results vary between people and fade over time with food and drink.
We give you a quote at your check-up, so you know the cost before you start. Teeth whitening is cosmetic and is usually not covered by health funds.
Teeth can darken over time because of coffee, tea, red wine, smoking and natural ageing. Professional teeth whitening, supervised by a dentist, can lighten natural tooth colour. At Glebe Park Dental we always check your teeth and gums first, because whitening is not suitable for everyone.
In-chair whitening is done in a single appointment with a stronger gel and protection for your gums. Take-home whitening uses custom trays and a lower-strength gel over a couple of weeks. We will explain the pros and cons of each.
Cutting back on strongly coloured food and drink, not smoking and keeping up regular check-ups and cleans can help your result last longer. Results vary and fade over time.
Common questions about teeth whitening at our Canberra City clinic. Can’t see your question? Call us on (02) 6295 9460.
It depends on your natural tooth colour. We'll give you a realistic idea before starting.
Professional whitening is generally safe when your teeth and gums are healthy and it's supervised by a dentist.
Yes. We accept all major health funds and claim on the spot with HICAPS, so you only pay the gap. Your rebate depends on your fund and level of cover.
Over-the-counter products contain lower concentrations and aren't tailored to your teeth. A dentist can check whether whitening is suitable and recommend an option.
Professional whitening is generally considered safe when your teeth and gums are healthy and it is supervised by a dentist. Temporary sensitivity is common.
Glebe Park Dental is at 188/15 Coranderrk Street, Canberra City, next to Glebe Park and a short walk from the Canberra Centre and the City bus and light rail stops. We see patients from across Canberra, including Braddon, Reid, Turner, Acton, Campbell, Ainslie and Dickson, Monday to Friday until 5:00pm (from 8:00am Tuesday to Thursday and 9:00am Monday and Friday) and Saturday from 9:00am to 3:00pm.
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