Aster Dental Centre provides teeth-whitening consultations in Edmonton for patients considering cosmetic whitening. A dental assessment is important because whitening does not change the colour of crowns, fillings, bridges, or dentures.
The dentist reviews your teeth and gums, discusses your goals and sensitivity history, and explains whether whitening is suitable. You will receive guidance on the recommended method, maintenance, and realistic expectations for your own teeth.
Professional whitening at Aster Dental Centre uses hydrogen peroxide concentrations of 20% to 35%, compared to the 6% to 10% found in drugstore products. This difference in concentration is why patients who have tried multiple over-the-counter kits without results typically achieve noticeable whitening in a single in-office session.
Custom trays made from impressions of your teeth ensure the whitening agent contacts every surface evenly. Generic trays fit poorly and often allow the whitening gel to contact gum tissue, causing irritation. The dentist also evaluates the cause of your tooth discolouration before treatment. Some stains, such as those caused by tetracycline antibiotics or dark-coloured restorations, do not respond to peroxide whitening and would be a waste of money to attempt.
Results from professional whitening at Aster Dental Centre typically last 6 to 18 months depending on diet, tobacco use, and oral hygiene habits. Coffee, red wine, tea, and dark sodas are the main causes of colour regression. Patients who avoid these beverages or use a straw when drinking them tend to maintain results at the longer end of the range.
Touch-up treatments every 6 to 12 months are the most cost-effective way to maintain whitened teeth. At Aster Dental Centre, patients who had custom trays made at the clinic can purchase whitening gel refills at a reduced cost and do touch-ups at home without a full in-office treatment.
Teeth whitening can cause temporary sensitivity in patients who are prone to it, typically manifesting as brief sharp sensations to cold stimuli during the whitening period. At Aster Dental Centre, sensitivity is managed by using desensitizing agents before and after the treatment, recommending sensitive-formula toothpaste in the weeks surrounding whitening, and, where needed, reducing the contact time of the whitening agent.
Whitening performed under professional supervision is safe for tooth enamel. Published research confirms that peroxide-based whitening at clinically appropriate concentrations does not damage enamel structure when used as directed. Most patients experience mild sensitivity that resolves completely within 48 hours of completing treatment.
In-office professional teeth whitening at Aster Dental Centre starts at $300 CAD. Take-home professional kits with custom trays typically range from $250 to $400 CAD. Dental insurance generally does not cover cosmetic whitening, though the team will confirm your specific plan's position. 0% financing is available. Patients who have custom trays can purchase gel refills for future touch-ups at a reduced cost.
Most patients at Aster Dental Centre achieve 4 to 8 shades of improvement from a single in-office whitening session. The result depends on your starting shade and the nature of your staining. Surface stains from coffee, tea, and wine respond best. Intrinsic discolouration from medication or trauma responds less predictably. Dr. Bhanushali will assess your starting shade at the consultation and give you a realistic expectation.
Aster Dental Centre does not recommend elective teeth whitening during pregnancy. While there is no confirmed evidence of harm from professional whitening during pregnancy, most dental organizations advise postponing cosmetic procedures as a precaution. If you are pregnant and interested in whitening, Dr. Bhanushali recommends scheduling the treatment after delivery and breastfeeding are complete.
No. Peroxide-based whitening agents only affect natural tooth enamel. Existing crowns, veneers, and composite bonding do not change colour during whitening treatment. If you have visible restorations, whitening your natural teeth may cause a colour mismatch. Dr. Bhanushali will evaluate your restorations before treatment and advise whether whitening is appropriate given your specific situation.
In-office teeth whitening at Aster Dental Centre typically takes 45 to 90 minutes, including the application of gum protection, one or more applications of whitening gel, and a brief recovery period. Most patients notice the difference immediately after the appointment. Slight rehydration of the teeth over the following 24 to 48 hours typically brightens the result further.
Contact Aster Dental Centre to discuss teeth whitening in Edmonton. The team can answer booking questions and arrange the next suitable appointment.
For patient education about what teeth whitening may involve, when it may be considered, and questions to ask, visit the matching Treatment Guide.
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