Teeth whitening professional cost

Professional whitening cost depends on the method, materials, number of visits, examination needs, and whether other treatment is required.

In-office whitening uses clinician-applied gel and controlled isolation, while take-home whitening uses custom trays and prescribed gel. The total plan may also include examination, photographs, treating sensitivity, or replacing discoloured restorations.

Ask for a written plan that names the whitening method, gel, trays or light equipment, visits, follow-up, and any excluded dental treatment. An examination should check decay, gum disease, cracks, and the reason for discolouration before whitening.

Seek an examination before whitening if a tooth is painful, darkening alone, fractured, or sensitive to temperature. Treat gum inflammation, decay, or leaking restorations before choosing a cosmetic whitening plan.

Ask what drives the quoted fee, which stains can respond, and whether fillings or crowns will remain a different shade. Ask whether take-home trays, in-office treatment, or no whitening is the best clinical option.