Teeth Whitening in Melbourne at our Essendon Dental Clinic
Are you planning on whitening your teeth? Look no further than our Essendon dental clinic. We offer both in-chair whitening (Zoom) and take-home whitening kits (Pola), with treatments to match your needs. We’ll explain each option and help you decide what’s right for your smile.
When should you consider teeth whitening?
Teeth whitening can improve your smile if you have:
- Enamel stains or general discolouration.
- Staining on permanent teeth caused by trauma to baby teeth.
- Discolouration from certain antibiotic medications.
- A general pattern of dark or unevenly coloured teeth.
Whitening is also a common step before cosmetic treatment to create a more even appearance. Our dentist will explain which teeth whitening services are best for you and may take X-rays to make sure your teeth and gums are healthy.
Before starting, you’ll get a full examination at our Essendon dental clinic. We’ll check for any issues that may need other treatment first, such as crowns, bridges, or implants.
Your Teeth Whitening Choices
Typically, you have two teeth whitening options in Melbourne, both of which use hydrogen peroxide to remove stains and brighten your smile. You can choose between an at-home kit or an in-chair session at our Essendon clinic.
At-Home Whitening Kits
These kits use a lower-strength gel applied with custom trays. They’re a good choice for patients with sensitive teeth and can be done at home at your own pace. At-home whitening is more affordable but takes longer to show results.
In-Chair Whitening
This method uses a whitening solution that is applied to your teeth. In a 45-minute session, your teeth become six to eight shades whiter. In-chair whitening is quick, effective, and is performed under the care of our Essendon dentists.
At-Home Whitening Kits
If you want to whiten your teeth at home, we have the Pola Day treatment system. Pola offers an effective concentration of hydrogen peroxide in a formula that brightens your smile without harming your teeth.
You’ll have to apply the whitening gel using custom-made trays, which help keep the gel on your teeth and away from your gums. Most people see results that last for months. To get perfect results, a quick touch-up for 1 or 2 days every 6 to 12 months is typically all that’s needed.
In-chair teeth whitening
We also offer Zoom whitening at our Essendon clinic for faster results. This teeth whitening treatment takes about 45 minutes under the supervision of our dentists.
It makes your teeth up to eight shades lighter in one visit at our clinic. It’s a popular choice for patients who want to brighten their smile for a wedding, holiday, or other special event. To maintain your results, we recommend pairing your in-chair treatment with an at-home whitening kit.
Next Steps for Teeth Whitening Treatment
Before starting teeth whitening, make sure you visit our Essendon dental clinic for an oral health check. Our dentists will review your dental health and recommend the best treatment for you.
Contact us to book your teeth whitening appointment at our Melbourne clinic. Our team is here to help.
Related Cosmetic Treatments at our Essendon Dental Clinic
We offer a range of cosmetic dental services to help improve the results of your teeth whitening treatment. Here are the options you can get at our Essendon clinic:
Tooth-Coloured Fillings in Essendon
Tooth-coloured fillings fix cavities without visible metal, so your dental work matches your natural teeth. This makes them a perfect choice if you’re planning to get teeth whitening services in Melbourne.
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are custom-made coverings for the front of your teeth, used to mask stains, chips, or gaps. Most people get them with teeth whitening treatments to help their smile look bright and even.
Composite Veneers in Melbourne
Composite veneers are an affordable option that changes the shape or colour of your teeth. The material is added and shaped on your teeth, then polished to match your smile.
Gummy Smile Treatments in Essendon
Gum reshaping helps conceal them above your teeth, making your smile look more natural. Many people in Melbourne choose this treatment with teeth whitening, so their gums and teeth look their best together.
Peg Laterals Treatments
Peg laterals are smaller upper side teeth that may not match the rest of your smile. We can treat them with bonding, veneers, or crowns, making these teeth blend in with your other teeth.
FAQs About Teeth Whitening
In-chair teeth whitening or take-home teeth whitening?
IN-CHAIR TEETH WHITENING
Procedure time: 50 minutes
All new patients need a 15 minute consultation first. This to assess if a clean is needed, as whitening alone will not remove the stains
Patients also receive a whitening kit to take home and continue their at-home treatment.
How often should I whiten my teeth? After in-chair whitening, don’t whiten for a few days as teeth are already white. After a few days then whitening can be done again.
TAKE HOME TEETH WHITENING
Procedure time: 10 minutes
How long do you leave the solution on for? No longer than an hour.
How long should I do my whitening for? People do vary – patients can take up to 2–6 weeks to get the shade they desire. Once you are happy with the brightness you can stop and resume every 2–3 weeks before an event. They will come up bright again!
How do I clean my retainers? Rinse them under cold water (not hot) or soak in vinegar.
How do I get rid of sensitivity caused by using Teeth Whitening gel?
We recommend Tooth Mousse to strengthen teeth and to reduce sensitivity. You can purchase Tooth Mousse from FirstBite.
What is tooth mousse?
Tooth mousse is a calcium-based product which helps with desensitising and provides extra protection for teeth. This product is used for patients who whiten their teeth and for those who need to strengthen their teeth.
Does teeth whitening cause any side effects?
The whitening gel we use at our Essendon clinic is a proven, safe and effective treatment. It doesn’t damage or weaken the enamel of teeth. Some patients may experience a temporary increase in teeth sensitivity, although the gel concentration we use makes this unlikely. If teeth sensitivity occurs, we suggest stopping the whitening process for 1–2 days to give your teeth a rest, then continue the process. To help with potential sensitivity, we send all patients home with a toothpaste with a special sensitive formulation to help soothe the teeth.
Gum irritation may also occur, especially if you have gingivitis and bleeding gums in the past. For this reason, we recommend a thorough tooth and gum cleaning before you begin the whitening process. Having a thorough tooth and gum clean also helps to remove any stains from your teeth, making the whitening more effective.
Does whitening work for all teeth?
Whitening will change the colour of your teeth, but will not change the colour of your fillings. For this reason, after you’ve completed your Zoom whitening treatment, it may be necessary to replace some old fillings to better match the colour of your sparkling white teeth.
The teeth whitening results for some patients who have taken antibiotic medications that cause staining may not meet expectations. An alternative treatment procedure, such as porcelain veneers, may be required.
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