Smile makeover
Teeth whitening
Whitening lifts stains from tea, coffee, smoking and age, so your teeth look lighter and brighter. It is done under the dentist's care, with your gums protected.
5.0 on Google from 93 reviewsYour whitening, step by step
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Step 1 of 6
Shade check
The dentist checks your teeth and gums, and notes your shade today against a shade guide.
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Gums protected
A protective barrier is painted along your gums, so the gel only touches your teeth.
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Step 3 of 6
Whitening gel
Whitening gel is applied to the front of each tooth.
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Lifting the stains
The gel works on the stains, sometimes helped by a special light.
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Your result
The gel and barrier are removed, and your new shade is compared with the one you started with.
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Keeping it white
Less tea, coffee and smoking, and regular cleaning, help the result last.
Ways to whiten
The dentist recommends what suits you after your check-up and, if needed, an X-ray.
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In-clinic whitening
Done in the chair, with your gums protected and the dentist watching.
A stronger whitening gel applied by the dentist, with a barrier protecting your gums.
Best for
- A quicker result
- People who prefer the dentist to do it all
What it involves
Usually one visit. Some people need a second visit for the shade they want.
The parts
Whitening gel · Gum barrier · Your teeth
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Take-home whitening
Thin trays made for your teeth, worn at home with a gentle gel, as the dentist advises.
Trays made from an impression of your teeth, used at home with a milder gel.
Best for
- A gradual result
- Topping up whitening later
What it involves
An impression for the trays, then wearing them for as long as the dentist advises, with a check-up after.
The parts
Tray made for your teeth · Whitening gel · Gel to use at home · Your teeth
Who whitening can help
- Teeth stained by tea, coffee or smoking.
- Teeth that have darkened with age.
- Before choosing the shade for new crowns or veneers.
Fillings, crowns and veneers do not change colour with whitening. Your teeth and gums are checked first.
Keeping your teeth white
- For a day or two, avoid strongly coloured food and drinks, such as tea, coffee and colas.
- Brush twice a day and keep up regular cleaning at the clinic.
- Cutting down on smoking, or stopping, helps the result last.
- Ask about a top-up when you feel your teeth need it.
Dr. Tabassum Ajmal
Dentist and prosthodontist
Your treatment is planned and carried out by Dr. Tabassum, who leads the clinic on Nasir Bagh Road. She explains each step, and what it costs, before anything starts.
Questions about teeth whitening
Can't find yours? Ask the booking assistant, or message the clinic on WhatsApp.
Is whitening safe for my teeth?
Yes, when it is done or supervised by a dentist. Your teeth and gums are checked first, and your gums are protected during treatment.
Will my teeth be sensitive?
Some people feel mild sensitivity for a day or two. It goes away on its own, and a toothpaste for sensitive teeth helps.
How long does the result last?
It depends on habits such as tea, coffee and smoking. A top-up can refresh it when needed.
Will my fillings or crowns whiten too?
No. Whitening works on natural teeth only, so a visible filling or crown may need replacing to match the new shade.
Talk to the clinic about teeth whitening
Book a check-up. The dentist examines you and explains your options, how long each takes and what it costs, before anything starts.
1st Floor, Al-Sayed Tower, Nasir Bagh Road, near Amal Labs, Malakandher, Peshawar