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Teeth Whitening

Are you unsatisfied with the colour of your teeth?

Stains occur for many reasons, including smoking or tobacco use. Your teeth can also become stained by regularly eating certain foods and beverages. Plus, teeth naturally start to darken as you age.

Choosing a professional whitening treatment can reverse the effects of tooth staining for a more aesthetically pleasing smile.

There are many whitening treatments readily available for purchase; however, professional whitening is generally safer and more effective. Applicator trays in chemist shop kits are intended to be “one size fits all” which can result in them fitting uncomfortably in your mouth since they aren’t designed specifically for your teeth. Whitening gels included with this type of product can sometimes be too abrasive or can leak because of ill-fitting trays, leading to gum and other soft tissue irritation.

For these reasons, you may want to choose professional whitening instead. The whitening service provided by your dentist may consist of two phases – an in-office whitening session and a customised at-home kit and care plan.

In-House Whitening

Your dentist will choose whitening gel in the appropriate strength for your needs while accounting for factors like your level of sensitivity and your whitening goals. This gel is typically applied using custom-made applicator trays for maximum comfort and also to protect the tissues in your mouth from becoming irritated by the whitening gel. Teeth can be lightened dramatically in only one session.

At-Home Whitening

If you prefer to whiten your teeth at your own convenience, your dentist may provide you with a custom at-home whitening kit. Your applicator trays will be customised just for you, and the strength of the whitening gel will be chosen to meet your needs. You will be given specific instructions on how to use it safely.

After this kind of whitening treatment, you will typically be asked to schedule a follow-up visit at our clinic to monitor your progress.

Arrange a Consultation to Learn More

Are you looking forward to a whiter smile? Contact your dentist to find out more about whitening services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will whitening my teeth hurt?

It shouldn't.

Most professional whitening products contain an added desensitising ingredient that protects even sensitive teeth and keeps you comfortable during the process. Additionally, the customisable nature of professional whitening treatments prevents the product from coming into contact with soft tissues like your gums, lips, and tongue.

If your teeth are very sensitive, please talk to us so that we can help you determine whether whitening is appropriate for you.

Meet Our Doctor:

Dr Ian Lin BDS (Syd), FICDDE
Principal Dentist

Dr Ian Lin graduated from the University of Sydney with Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 1999. He has practiced in Hurstville, Ashfield and Chatswood before setting up his own practice here at Willoughby in 2002.

Ian understands that his patients would be able to get the best advice only if they were given a comprehensive explanation. So as to be able to provide such, Ian has undertaken various post-graduate training both in Australia and overseas.

In 2004, Ian achieved accreditation by The Australian Society of Implant Dentistry. He was a member of ...