Stains or natural tooth colour?
Some surface deposits may first be addressed with cleaning. A single discoloured tooth may need its health assessed before whitening is considered.
Teeth whitening aims to improve the colour of natural teeth. An assessment distinguishes surface stains, internal discolouration and the colour of restorations before discussing dentist-supervised in-clinic or take-home options and realistic expectations.

Some surface deposits may first be addressed with cleaning. A single discoloured tooth may need its health assessed before whitening is considered.
Crowns, veneers and tooth-coloured fillings do not whiten in the same way as natural teeth. Existing front-tooth restorations need consideration for colour matching.
Existing sensitivity, decay or gum problems may need care first. Do not copy another person’s whitening method or concentration.
Discuss the cause of discolouration, previous sensitivity and expectations, then suitable choices.
Your dentist explains the available in-clinic or home approach, how to use it and what to watch for.
Colour may change with time. Any further whitening should be reassessed.
Fees depend on the approach, trays and any preparatory treatment. Check what is included and whether later supplies cost extra.
PAYMENT & HEALTH FUNDSExplore common questions, then discuss what is suitable for you at an individual assessment.
No. Cleaning removes deposits and some surface staining. Whitening uses a different approach to change natural tooth colour.
A fixed shade change should not be guaranteed. Original colour, the cause of staining and individual response affect results.
No. Existing crowns, veneers or fillings may no longer match, so discuss them before treatment.
The cause of sensitivity should be assessed first. Your dentist can advise on suitability and timing. Do not extend treatment time yourself.

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