Over time, teeth naturally become discoloured from everyday food and drink — coffee, tea, red wine, and certain foods can all leave their mark. At Whitehorse Dental, we offer professional take-home whitening kits for just $199, giving you a noticeably brighter smile from the comfort of your own home.
Our take-home whitening system uses professional-grade whitening gel that is significantly more effective than over-the-counter products. We begin with a consultation to assess your teeth and ensure whitening is suitable for you. We then take impressions to create custom-fitted trays that sit comfortably over your teeth, ensuring even distribution of the whitening gel for consistent results.
You'll wear your trays at home for a prescribed period each day, typically over one to two weeks. The gradual whitening process is gentle on your teeth and allows you to control the level of brightness you achieve. Many patients see a noticeable improvement within the first few days.
Unlike store-bought whitening strips and kits, our professional system is used under the supervision of your dentist. This means we can monitor your progress, adjust the treatment if needed, and ensure your teeth and gums remain healthy throughout the process. The professional-grade gel delivers better results with less sensitivity than over-the-counter alternatives.
For the best long-term results, we recommend having a professional clean before starting your whitening treatment. Avoiding heavily pigmented food and drink in the days following treatment will also help you maintain your brighter smile for longer.
Whitehorse Dental creates custom-fitted trays in-house and supplies a dentist-grade gel for you to wear at home (usually overnight) for 10-14 days, giving gradual, even results under professional supervision.
Adults with healthy teeth and gums — and without untreated decay, gum disease, or severe sensitivity — generally respond best. Any existing dental issues are dealt with first to ensure safe, predictable whitening.
A take-home custom kit is $199, including trays and two weeks' gel. Extra 'top-up' gel (about two more weeks' use) costs $100. If you prefer same-day in-chair whitening, typical fees across Australia range $600-$1,500, depending on the system and clinic.
Because whitening is classed as cosmetic, many private health funds don't rebate it. However some insurance companies do.
Results can last many years if you avoid staining foods/drinks, keep up good oral hygiene, and book periodic cleans.
Yes. The gels are regulated, and custom trays keep product off the gums and soft tissues.
External stains from coffee, tea, red wine, or ageing respond well. Deep 'intrinsic' stains — such as tetracycline discolouration or trauma darkening — may lighten only partially.
In-chair delivers a faster result in about an hour but costs more and can heighten sensitivity. Take-home kits are gentler, more budget-friendly, and let you control the final shade over several nights.
Some people feel short-term cold sensitivity. Using only a 'rice-grain' amount of gel in each tooth well, spacing treatments, and switching to a potassium-nitrate toothpaste usually keep discomfort low.
Brush twice daily, floss, rinse with water after dark drinks, schedule six-monthly cleans, and store your trays so you can purchase fresh gel for periodic touch-ups.