How much does internal bleaching cost

Internal bleaching cost varies with diagnosis, prior root canal treatment, visits, sealing, and the final restoration.

Internal bleaching lightens a discoloured non-vital tooth from inside the crown. A dentist opens the access area or existing restoration, places peroxide-based material in the pulp chamber with a protective seal, and reviews the shade before restoring the tooth.

Ask for an itemised plan covering examination, imaging, isolation, removal of old material, bleaching appointments, temporary sealing, and the final restoration. The diagnosis must be confirmed first because bleaching is not a substitute for treating decay, leakage, or failed root canal work.

Arrange assessment for a dark tooth with pain, swelling, a loose restoration, or a history of trauma. Urgent review is needed for facial swelling, fever, or difficulty breathing or swallowing.

Ask what is included in the estimate, whether the root canal needs assessment, which material will seal the access, and whether a filling or crown is needed afterward.