What causes discolouration
- Surface stains from tea, coffee, paan and tobacco
- Tartar build-up along the gum line
- Natural darkening of the inner tooth with age
- A single dark tooth after an old injury or root canal
Watch: yellow or stained teeth
All videosTeeth cleaning: heavy stains and tartar removed
Heavy stains and tartar build-up removed with professional cleaning (scaling and polishing), showing the patient's teeth before and after.
About this videoA darkened front tooth, whitened
A single front tooth that had turned dark, treated with a whitening gel (shown in blue) to bring its shade closer to the neighbouring teeth. Before and after.
About this video
How we brighten teeth
A scaling and polishing removes surface stains and tartar. For a lighter shade, dentist-supervised whitening lifts deeper stains safely. Teeth that do not respond to whitening can be improved with veneers or bonding as part of a smile makeover.
Frequently asked questions
Is professional whitening safe for enamel?
When done under a dentist's supervision with the right products, whitening is safe. Temporary sensitivity is common and settles within days.
Will whitening work on fillings or crowns?
No. Whitening only lightens natural teeth, so existing fillings or crowns may need replacing to match the new shade.
Treatments that can help
- Teeth WhiteningSafe, dentist-supervised whitening to lift stains from tea, coffee and tobacco.Learn more
- Smile MakeoverA planned combination of treatments to improve the shape, colour and balance of your smile.Learn more
- Gum TreatmentTreatment for bleeding, swollen or receding gums, from deep cleaning to laser care.Learn more
This guide is general information, not a diagnosis. For advice about your own teeth, please book a visit.