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Teeth Whitening

If your smile looks dull or stained, professional teeth whitening may help brighten your teeth in a more controlled and predictable way.

Brighten safely

Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic treatments because it can noticeably improve the appearance of a smile without changing tooth shape. Professional guidance helps ensure that whitening is approached safely and with realistic expectations.

Before recommending treatment, we check whether discoloration is likely to respond well to whitening or whether another cosmetic option may be more appropriate.

What causes staining and discoloration

Teeth can darken or stain over time because of coffee, tea, red wine, tobacco, aging, and other factors. Some types of discoloration respond better than others, which is why an assessment matters before choosing treatment.

Patients from Montreal, Laval, and surrounding areas often ask for whitening before a wedding, a photo session, or simply because they want their smile to look fresher and more vibrant.

A more personalized whitening plan

Not every whitening approach is suitable for every patient. Sensitivity history, existing dental work, and the source of the staining all influence what we recommend.

Our role is to help you understand what whitening can realistically improve, how to protect your comfort, and how to maintain results as part of your ongoing oral care.

Why professional whitening can be worth it

More informed treatment choice

An exam helps identify whether whitening is likely to help or whether another cosmetic option would be more effective.

Guidance around sensitivity

Patients with sensitive teeth often benefit from a more thoughtful, supervised approach.

Realistic expectations

We explain what type of brightening is likely and whether restorations will match afterward.

A simple cosmetic refresh

For the right case, whitening can be a straightforward way to make your smile look cleaner and more radiant.

How whitening starts

01

Smile evaluation

We review the type of discoloration present and whether whitening makes sense for your goals.

02

Treatment recommendation

You’ll receive guidance on the most suitable whitening approach for your situation.

03

Treatment and comfort planning

If sensitivity is a concern, we take that into account when recommending your whitening plan.

04

Maintenance guidance

We explain how to help preserve your results and when future touch-ups may be worth considering.

Frequently asked questions

If you are comparing treatment options in Montreal, Laval, or the surrounding area, these answers can help you understand the basics before booking a consultation.

Will whitening work on every type of stain?

No. Some discoloration responds well to whitening, while other types may respond only partially or may require a different cosmetic solution.

Can whitening make teeth sensitive?

Some patients do experience temporary sensitivity. Your history of sensitivity is one reason an evaluation is helpful before treatment.

How white can my teeth get?

Results vary depending on the starting shade, the source of discoloration, and how your teeth respond. The goal is improvement, not a one-shade-fits-all promise.

Should I get a cleaning before whitening?

In many cases, yes. A recent cleaning can remove surface buildup and make it easier to assess the true tooth shade before whitening.

Teeth Whitening in Montreal & Laval | Clinique Dentaire Dr. Mardi