Teeth whitening
in Warsaw
54 Bokserska St, unit U1, Warsaw-Mokotów
Whitening in the practice, trays worn at home or the two combined – we match the method to what you need, to the result you are after and to what we find in your mouth. Below we compare the methods, their prices and how long they take, and explain for whom whitening brings a clear change and for whom the effect will be more limited.
Mokotów, ul. Bokserska 54, unit U1. In-practice whitening from 1,600 zł, tray whitening from 1,600 zł, hygiene appointment before the procedure (recommended) 400 zł. We decide on the method and the likely result after examining your teeth.
What patients write (in Polish)
Do dr. Mikołaja trafiłam z ogromnym bagażem — wieloletnią, bardzo silną traumą i dużym zakresem leczenia. Sam fakt, że w ogóle zdecydowałam się rozpocząć leczenie, był dla mnie ogromnym krokiem. Dziś, po kilku miesiącach, mogę powiedzieć coś, w co jeszcze rok temu naprawdę nie uwierzyłabym — chodziłam do dentysty bez strachu. Bez stresu, bez paniki, bez odkładania kolejnej wizyty w nieskończoność. To dla mnie coś znacznie większego niż samo zakończenie leczenia. Dr Mikołaj od początku wykazał się ogromną empatią, cierpliwością i zrozumieniem. Nigdy nie czułam się oceniana ani zawstydzana. Ogromnie ważne było dla mnie również podejście pani Ilony i pani Kasi — ich spokój, ciepło i życzliwość sprawiały, że czułam się bezpiecznie na każdej wizycie. Całe leczenie zostało bardzo dobrze zaplanowane i przeprowadzone w ciągu kilku miesięcy. A ja, zamiast bać się każdej kolejnej wizyty, zaczęłam przychodzić z poczuciem, że jestem w dobrych rękach. Jestem ogromnie wdzięczna całemu zespołowi.
Serdecznie polecam Pana Doktora! Jestem bardzo zadowolony z efektu plastyki dziąseł. Mój uśmiech wygląda jednolicie, a zęby teraz są dużo większe. Z całego serca polecam!
What patients write (in Polish)
Przyszłam, ponieważ od dawna czułam się źle ze swoim uśmiechem - szczególnie ze stłuczonym górnym łukiem. Pan Doktor Daniel dokładnie przedstawił mi wszystkie możliwości. Odpowiedział na moje pytania i omówił nie tylko ogólne kwestie estetyczne, ale przede wszystkim aspekty dopasowane do mnie. Ogromna wiedza i doświadczenie. Serdecznie polecam!
Doktor przyjął mnie w gabinecie Allsmiles, który już od samego wejścia robi wrażenie nie tylko wyglądem, ale również wesołą atmosferą wśród pracowników. Wizyta rozpoczęła się punktualnie. Doktor bardzo profesjonalnie i jednocześnie zrozumiale wytłumaczył moją sytuację. Bardzo serdecznie polecam!
What patients write (in Polish)
Jestem bardzo zadowolona z konsultacji u Pani Doktor Anety Buczko. Pani Doktor była niezwykle profesjonalna, miła i zaangażowana. Bardzo doceniam indywidualne podejście — Powiedziała co jest prawdą, a co mitem na temat bondingu oraz pomogła mi również dobrać odpowiedni kolor, tak aby efekt był naturalny i dopasowany do mnie, a nie przesadnie jasny. Cała konsultacja przebiegła w bardzo miłej atmosferze. Zdecydowanie polecam!
Świetny specjalista. Wszystko zostało szczegółowo omówione, leczenie było skuteczne, bezbolesne i pragmatyczne.
What patients write (in Polish)
Bardzo polecam Doktora Jacka. Już wcześniej w innym gabinecie bywałam u doktora i za każdym razem jestem bardzo zadowolona. Doktor wiecznie uśmiechnięty! A wypełnienie zęba - szybko i bez bólu!
Byłem na konsultacji u Doktora Jacka. Jestem bardzo zadowolony z przebiegu tej wizyty. Od samego wejścia do gabinetu panowała przyjazna atmosfera. Doktor wyjaśnił mi dokładnie co jest przyczyną mojego problemu oraz rozplanował leczenie na kolejne trzy wizyty. Bardzo konkretne i życzliwe podejście do pacjenta. Polecam Doktora Jacka!
What patients write (in Polish)
Byłam na zabiegu higienizacji u pani Ilony i jestem baaardzo zadowolona. Efekt przeszedł moje oczekiwania, pani Ilona cały zabieg przeprowadziła bardzo delikatnie oraz w miłej atmosferze. Bardzo serdecznie polecam :)
Pani Ilona - 100 proc. PRO! Staranność poza skalą. I nic nie bolało ;)
How whitening works
Whitening lightens the natural tissues of the tooth – the enamel and the dentine beneath it. The whitening agent penetrates their structure and breaks down the pigment molecules, which changes the natural colour of the tooth.
So it is not simply about removing surface deposits. We remove those during a hygiene appointment; whitening works deeper, on the natural tissue of the tooth. That is why a hygiene appointment usually comes first.
Materials used in dentistry do not whiten along with natural teeth. Fillings, crowns, bridges and veneers stay the colour they were made in. This matters above all when you already have aesthetic fillings or other restorations at the front.
The result is not permanent. Over time teeth may gradually move back towards their natural colour. How fast depends on your daily diet, your hygiene and the teeth themselves. Whitening can be refreshed later if needed.
What whitening will not change
Whitening changes the colour of natural teeth, but not their shape or their position. It will not:
- change the colour of existing fillings, crowns, bridges or veneers,
- close gaps between teeth,
- even out irregularities or change the shape of teeth,
- rebuild a chipped edge.
If you want more than a lighter colour – a change of shape, proportion or position – another treatment may be needed, such as bonding, veneers or orthodontics. Whitening can, however, be the first stage of aesthetic treatment: first we lighten the natural teeth, and only then choose the colour of new fillings or restorations, so that the whole can share one shade.
Will whitening work in my case
Teeth usually respond to whitening, but how much they lighten is individual. In one patient the change is slight, in another it can be striking. The result is hard to predict precisely, especially if you have never whitened your teeth before.
Patients who have whitened before often already know how their enamel responds. If you remember that your teeth lightened clearly the last time, that is valuable information when we plan the next procedure.
Staining from everyday food and drink
Coffee, tea, red wine or cigarettes can affect the colour of natural teeth over time. In such cases whitening usually gives a clear result, although how strong it is still depends on how the teeth respond.
Teeth that darken with age
The natural colour of teeth can change with age. Enamel may become thinner, which makes the dentine beneath it more visible. Such teeth can be whitened too, but the result may differ from person to person.
A single darker tooth after root canal treatment
If one tooth differs clearly in colour from the rest, whitening the whole smile need not solve the problem. We assess that tooth separately and, depending on its condition, may propose a composite restoration, a veneer or a crown.
Where the difference in colour is small, a composite restoration matched to the neighbouring teeth is often enough. Where it is larger, restoring both matching teeth is sometimes the better answer, so that colour and shape stay consistent.
Staining after antibiotics
Staining that arose while the teeth were developing – after tetracyclines and some other antibiotics, for example – can take the form of grey, yellowish or brownish bands.
In such cases whitening may bring some improvement, but often will not produce an entirely even colour. Where the staining is pronounced, aesthetic treatment with bonding or veneers is the more predictable answer.
What if I have many fillings, crowns or bonding?
This has to be assessed individually before whitening. Natural teeth whiten; fillings, crowns, bridges and bonding stay the colour they are. If you have many of them in the smile zone, an even colour may be hard to reach.
Replacing fillings before whitening means the new ones may turn out too dark once the teeth are lighter. Whitening first and replacing them afterwards can give a very good, even colour at the start, but over time the natural teeth will gradually darken while the fillings stay lighter. The same applies to existing bonding, crowns and veneers.
If you want a clear, even change of colour across the whole smile, we more often recommend a full smile makeover in such cases – with a new, lighter colour of bonding or veneers. That way the colour of every restored tooth is planned as a whole, instead of matching new restorations to teeth whose colour will keep changing.
Whether whitening makes sense in your case we decide after examining your teeth and any existing restorations. The question is not only whether the teeth can be whitened, but whether whitening will give you the result you are actually after.
Whitening methods at allsmiles
At allsmiles we use two whitening methods – in the practice and with trays. Both work and can be used interchangeably. Each costs from 1,600 zł. They differ above all in how long they take and in the strength of the whitening agent.
When choosing the method we look above all at the condition of the teeth and at how sensitive they are.
| METHOD | PRICE | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| In the practice – one appointment | PRICE from 1,600 zł | TIME 60–90 minutes |
| Trays – at home | PRICE from 1,600 zł | TIME 10–21 days |
| Both methods combined | PRICE 3,200 zł | TIME depends on the schedule |
| Hygiene appointment before whitening | PRICE 400 zł | TIME about 45 minutes |
Whitening in the practice
One appointment and a stronger agent. We protect the gums and apply an agent of higher concentration. We also use a lamp, which strengthens its action, so the process is intensive and takes about 60–90 minutes.
If the teeth are already sensitive, that sensitivity may increase for a time after the procedure. Tray whitening is then often the better answer, because it lets us control the intensity of the process.
Tray whitening
A weaker agent and more control over the process. We scan the teeth and prepare individual, clear trays. You receive an agent of lower concentration and instructions for using it. The trays are worn for 10–21 days – as advised, during the day or overnight.
The great advantage of this method is that the intensity can be matched to how sensitive the teeth are. If sensitivity appears, the frequency or the wearing time can be changed.
Trays make sense above all once the teeth have been treated and their shape will not change. If you are in the middle of restorative treatment and fillings in the back teeth are still planned, trays made earlier may stop fitting.
Which method to choose?
The methods are interchangeable. There is no one method that is always better. The questions we ask are:
- Have the teeth been treated? If not, and their shape may still change, it is better to finish treatment first.
- Are the teeth sensitive? Where sensitivity is greater, tray whitening lets the whole process run more gently and gradually.
Both methods combined
The best result comes from using both methods one after the other. We can start with whitening in the practice and then continue at home with individual trays. That gives a quick lightening first, and then further whitening with a weaker agent, under control.
Both methods combined cost 3,200 zł. Not every patient needs both. If one of them gives the result you want, there is no need for the second.
Hygiene appointment before whitening
Before whitening we recommend a professional hygiene appointment – 400 zł. We remove calculus and deposits, which lets us make full use of what whitening can do. It is necessary when there is calculus or deposits on the teeth.
Which method suits your case we decide after assessing your teeth and their sensitivity.
The amounts given are for information only and do not constitute an offer within the meaning of Article 66 of the Polish Civil Code.
Whitening at the practice versus strips and pastes
The difference comes down above all to the strength of the agent, to how it is applied, and to whether a dentist assessed the teeth before whitening began.
In the practice we first check the condition of the teeth and gums and judge whether whitening is safe at this point and whether it will give the result you want. Only then do we choose the method and the agent.
Whitening toothpastes and home remedies
Whitening toothpastes work mainly mechanically – they help remove deposits and surface staining. Teeth can look lighter as a result, but this is not the same as whitening with a professional agent, which acts on the natural tissue of the tooth.
Purple toothpastes and products are also popular. Purple sits opposite yellow on the colour wheel, so it can optically neutralise a yellowish shade and make teeth look whiter for a while. That is a visual effect – it does not lighten the tooth itself and it is short-lived. Once the product is rinsed off, the effect gradually fades.
Home remedies using abrasives, such as baking soda or activated charcoal, work in a similar way. We do not recommend using them regularly, because wearing down the surface of the teeth does not lead to lasting whitening and can damage the enamel.
Whitening strips and gels
Strips and some products for home use do contain whitening substances, but their concentration is limited compared with what is used professionally.
They can lighten natural teeth gradually, although the result depends on the particular product, on how it is used and on how the teeth respond. If the strip does not sit evenly against the tooth surface, the result may also be less even.
Professional whitening gives us above all more control over the whole process – from assessing the teeth, through choosing the method and the agent, to checking the result.
What teeth whitening costs in Warsaw
Whitening in the practice and with trays costs from 1,600 zł. Both methods combined cost 3,200 zł.
The price covers the whole procedure and the whitening agent. With tray whitening you also receive individual trays made from a scan of your teeth; they stay with you and can be used later to refresh the colour.
What the price covers:
- whitening in the practice – from 1,600 zł: the whitening agent, gum protection, the procedure with the lamp and aftercare advice,
- tray whitening – from 1,600 zł: a scan of the teeth, individual trays and the whitening agent for home use,
- both methods combined – 3,200 zł: whitening in the practice followed by tray whitening,
- a desensitising agent – used within the procedure where needed,
- hygiene appointment – 400 zł: carried out before whitening if it is needed. We assess the teeth and any deposits during the visit,
- consultation – 200 zł: where the clinical situation calls for it; a separate item, not credited against treatment.
If you are planning whitening and then bonding, replacement fillings or other restorations, we agree the order of treatment first. The colour of the material is chosen only once the colour of the teeth has settled after whitening – usually after about two weeks.
The amounts given are for information only and do not constitute an offer within the meaning of Article 66 of the Polish Civil Code.
Full price listWhy whitening may come before bonding and veneers
Whitening is not always necessary before bonding or veneers. In many cases we can reach the result you want by matching the colour of the material – composite or porcelain – to the natural shade of your teeth.
If you do want a lighter colour across the whole smile, it is often worth whitening first. Materials used for bonding and veneers do not whiten along with natural teeth. So we lighten the natural teeth first, wait about two weeks for the colour to settle, and only then choose the shade of the new restoration.
This also matters with existing fillings in the smile zone. If they stay where they are, they may become more noticeable once the natural teeth are whiter, because their colour will not change. We then assess whether they need replacing.
So we agree the order of treatment individually. We do not whiten teeth simply because bonding or veneers are planned. First we establish the colour you want, then check whether the restoration alone can reach it or whether whitening first is the better answer.
Sensitivity and who should not whiten
Sensitivity is the most common temporary effect of whitening. It usually appears during the procedure or in the first days after it and gradually passes.
Sensitivity
If the teeth are already sensitive before whitening, tray whitening is worth considering. Its agent is weaker, and how long and how often it is used can be matched to how the teeth respond. The whitening can then be done more gently and gradually.
Whitening in the practice uses a stronger agent, so where sensitivity already exists it may increase it for a time.
Contraindications
Most situations that can stand in the way of whitening are relative. They do not always rule it out, but they may call for treatment first or for putting the procedure off. This applies among others to:
- untreated decay or leaking fillings,
- inflammation of the gums or periodontium,
- substantial enamel loss and exposed tooth necks,
- pregnancy and breastfeeding,
- being under 18.
In such situations we first assess the mouth and establish whether, and when, whitening will be safe. The final decision is always made during an examination. That is when we assess the teeth, the gums and their sensitivity, and choose the method.
Does whitening harm the teeth?
Whitening of natural teeth, properly carried out, does not damage them. Whitening agents act on the hard tissues of the tooth, breaking down the pigment molecules in them. It is not a matter of grinding the enamel away.
The most common side effect is temporary sensitivity. It may appear during whitening or in the first days after it and usually passes gradually. Where sensitivity is greater we can choose tray whitening, because a weaker agent and the ability to regulate how long it is used let the whole process run more gently.
Safety also depends on the condition of the teeth before whitening begins. That is why we assess the enamel, the gums, existing fillings and any decay beforehand. If a tooth needs treatment first, we deal with it first.
Whitening does not damage fillings, crowns or veneers either, but it does not change their colour. It is the natural tissue of the tooth that lightens, so where there are many existing restorations we have to assess beforehand whether whitening will really give an even colour across the smile.
What we do not recommend is experimenting with strong whitening products or using abrasives often. What matters most for safety is matching the agent, its concentration and the time it is used to the particular patient.
So we treat whitening as a dental procedure, not merely a cosmetic one. First we assess whether the teeth are ready for it, then we choose the method that will be effective and as comfortable as possible.
How long the result lasts
The result usually lasts many months, but there is no single figure that fits every patient. Over time the natural colour gradually returns, and how fast depends among others on diet, oral hygiene, smoking and the teeth themselves.
Straight after whitening it is worth limiting strongly staining food and drink for a few days – coffee, tea, red wine or strongly coloured sauces. That reduces the risk of new staining appearing quickly.
Regular oral hygiene and professional hygiene appointments also affect how long the result lasts. Deposits and surface staining can, over time, make teeth look darker even when their natural colour has not changed much.
Can the result be refreshed?
Yes. Whitening can be refreshed from time to time, without going through the whole procedure again.
If you have your own individual trays and they still fit properly, we can use them again for a short refresh of the colour. A few applications of the agent are often enough, depending on how much the colour has changed since the last time.
That makes each refresh simpler and does not call for new trays, as long as the current ones still fit.
How long the result lasts and when it is worth refreshing depends on your teeth and your everyday habits.
The white diet after whitening
For about two weeks after whitening we advise a so-called white diet – limiting food and drink that can stain the teeth strongly. It is not about giving up what you like: much of it can simply be swapped for a less staining version.
For example:
- cola for Sprite or another clear drink,
- red wine for white,
- black coffee for coffee with milk – best drunk through a straw,
- black tea for light teas or infusions,
- tomato sauce for light sauces,
- blueberries and dark fruit for light fruit, such as bananas, apples or pears,
- beetroot for vegetables without strong pigments.
It is also worth limiting curry, turmeric and other strongly colouring spices. The first days after whitening matter most, but it is worth taking more care for about two weeks. This is not an “only white food” diet – it is about limiting strong pigments and choosing sensible swaps. After that you can go back to your usual diet.
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Common questions about whitening
Does whitening hurt?
The procedure itself is not painful and needs no anaesthetic. During whitening or in the first days after it, temporary sensitivity may appear, especially to cold. It usually passes gradually. If your teeth are already sensitive, tray whitening is worth considering, because a weaker agent lets us control the intensity better.
Does whitening damage the enamel?
No. Properly carried out whitening does not damage the enamel. The agent acts on the pigment molecules inside the tooth – it does not grind or damage the surface. We match the method, the concentration and the time it is used to the condition of the teeth. Before whitening we also check for decay, leaking fillings, substantial enamel loss or other problems that need treating first.
How much does whitening cost?
Whitening in the practice costs from 1,600 zł and tray whitening from 1,600 zł. Both methods combined cost 3,200 zł. A hygiene appointment, if needed, costs 400 zł.
Go to the list of methodsHow many shades lighter will my teeth be?
We do not give a single figure, because how teeth respond to whitening is individual. In most people the teeth do lighten, but before the first whitening it is hard to say whether the effect will be subtle or very clear. People who have whitened before often already know how their teeth respond. With a first procedure the result is harder to predict.
Will whitening change the colour of fillings and veneers?
No. It is the natural tissue of the tooth that whitens; fillings, bonding, veneers, crowns and bridges stay the colour they are. If you have many such restorations in the smile zone, we assess beforehand whether whitening will give an even colour. Sometimes planning a full smile makeover is the better answer than whitening alone.
Can I whiten my teeth before bonding or veneers?
You can, but it is not always necessary. If you want a lighter colour across the whole smile, we often whiten before bonding or veneers. After whitening we wait about two weeks for the colour to settle, and only then choose the colour of the restoration. If the natural colour of your teeth suits you, a well-matched composite or porcelain can give the result you want without whitening first.
How long will the result last?
The result lasts many months, but how long is individual. Diet, smoking, oral hygiene and the natural processes in the teeth all play a part. The colour can be refreshed later, especially if you have your own trays – in that case the whole procedure often does not have to be repeated from the start.
Does whitening work on teeth after root canal treatment?
Whitening from the outside may have a limited effect if the tooth is darker because of changes inside it. In that case we assess during the consultation whether a composite restoration, a veneer or a crown is the better answer. The scope of treatment depends on the particular tooth and its condition.
Can teeth be whitened with a brace on?
With a fixed brace we usually put whitening off until it comes off. The brackets cover part of the tooth surface, so the whitening could turn out uneven.
Is a hygiene appointment necessary before whitening?
Not always. During the examination we assess whether there are deposits or calculus on the teeth and whether a hygiene appointment is needed before whitening. If the teeth are clean and there is no such need, we can go straight to whitening. We do recommend it, though, because on clean teeth we can make full use of what whitening can do. A hygiene appointment costs 400 zł.
What can I eat after whitening?
For about two weeks we advise limiting strongly staining food and drink. That does not mean eating only white food. You can swap cola for Sprite, red wine for white, black coffee for coffee with milk – best through a straw – black tea for light teas, and tomato sauce for a light one. It is also worth limiting beetroot, blueberries, curry, turmeric and other strongly colouring foods.
Are whitening strips from the chemist safe?
Strips and home whitening products contain whitening substances at concentrations permitted for such use. That does not mean they suit everyone. What matters most is checking the teeth first. If there is decay, a leaking filling, marked sensitivity or another problem, that has to be dealt with first. Purple toothpastes and products that optically neutralise a yellow shade are popular too, but they give only a short-lived visual effect and do not actually whiten the tooth.
Book a consultation
Come for a consultation – we will look at your teeth and tell you whether whitening is the best way to lighten your smile in your case. We will choose the method, talk through the likely result and tell you what you can realistically expect.
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