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The Smile Professionals · Teeth whitening
Professional teeth whitening in Larnaca
A brighter smile with Opalescence by Ultradent, the whitening system dentists have trusted for decades. Choose a fast session in the clinic or gentle whitening at home with custom trays, always prescribed and supervised by our dentists.
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The basics
Why teeth lose their colour
Tooth colour comes from two layers: the enamel on the outside and the dentin underneath. Over the years enamel becomes thinner and picks up pigments from what we eat and drink, while the dentin naturally turns more yellow. That is why almost everyone's teeth get darker with age, even with good hygiene.
Professional whitening works from the inside of the tooth. The active ingredient, carbamide or hydrogen peroxide, passes through the enamel and breaks down the coloured molecules into smaller, colourless ones. The structure of the tooth stays the same: only its colour changes. This is different from a cleaning or a "whitening" toothpaste, which can only remove stains from the surface.
Smoking
Tobacco leaves yellow and brown staining that brushing cannot remove.
Age
Enamel thins and the yellower dentin shows through more.
Medication, trauma, fluorosis
Internal discoloration, for example after tetracycline or an injury, can often be improved too.
Your options
Whitening in the clinic or at home
We offer two professional systems. Both are prescribed and monitored by our dentists. The difference is speed and setting: one session in the chair, or gradual whitening at home over a couple of weeks.
In the clinic
Flaesh in-clinic whitening
A modern in-office treatment with a visible result in a single appointment. The dentist protects your gums, applies a professional-strength gel and controls the whole process. Ideal before an event, or when you want the result fast.
- Visible result in one visit
- Enamel-safe protocol, done by a dentist
- Even brightness across the smile
€350
At home
Opalescence PF take-home whitening
We make custom trays from a 3D scan of your teeth and give you Opalescence PF gel in the strength the dentist chooses for you. You wear the trays at home for a set time each day and whiten gradually, comfortably and evenly.
- Custom trays from a 3D scan
- Gel with potassium nitrate and fluoride
- Trays stay yours for future top-ups
€250
| In the clinic | At home | |
|---|---|---|
| How fast | One appointment | Gradually, over about 1–2 weeks |
| Where | In the dental chair | At home, in your own time |
| Best for | A quick result before an event | Sensitive teeth, gentle and even change |
| Control | Dentist controls every minute | Dentist sets the plan and checks the result |
| Top-ups later | New session | A few days with your trays and new gel |
The system we use
Why Opalescence
Opalescence is the professional whitening system of the American company Ultradent. It is one of the most widely used whitening brands among dentists worldwide, with versions for whitening at home and in the dental office. Unlike supermarket strips or salon treatments, it is sold only through dental professionals, who choose the right formula and concentration for each patient.
Opalescence is used for natural age-related darkening and for stains from coffee, tea, wine and smoking. It can also improve more difficult internal discoloration, such as fluorosis spots or staining after certain medications, although these cases need more time and the result is more individual.
PF formula
Potassium nitrate and fluoride
"PF" stands for potassium nitrate and fluoride. Potassium nitrate helps reduce sensitivity during whitening, and fluoride supports the enamel. That is why Opalescence PF is comfortable even for many people with sensitive teeth.
Sticky gel
It stays where it should
The gel is thick and sticky, so it does not run out of the tray onto the gums like thinner gels. More of the active ingredient stays on the teeth, and the gums stay comfortable.
Strengths
The right concentration for you
Opalescence PF comes in several concentrations of carbamide peroxide. The dentist chooses yours based on your teeth, your sensitivity and how much time you want to spend wearing the trays.
Custom trays
Made from your 3D scan
Your trays are made from a digital scan of your teeth, so they fit precisely, keep the gel in even contact with every tooth and are comfortable to wear. If you grind your teeth, we make them from a thicker material.
Is it safe for enamel?
What research says about whitening and enamel
The most common worry about whitening is that it "damages enamel". Professional whitening under a dentist's supervision is considered safe for healthy teeth.
A laboratory study at King Saud University (Saudi Arabia) looked at whether whitening makes enamel more vulnerable to tooth decay. Researchers split 24 healthy front teeth in half: one half was whitened, the other was kept as a control. Three whitening gels were tested: 10% and 35% hydrogen peroxide, and 20% carbamide peroxide with fluoride and potassium nitrate. All samples were then placed in a model that simulates the conditions of tooth decay, and examined under a confocal laser microscope.
The result: none of the whitening gels made the enamel more vulnerable to decay than the untreated halves. The halves whitened with carbamide peroxide containing fluoride were even less vulnerable than their controls. The authors concluded that whitening gels do not increase enamel's susceptibility to decay, and that fluoride-containing formulas may help protect it.
This was an in-vitro (laboratory) study. It supports the safety of professional whitening, but your dentist will always check your teeth before recommending it.
Honest expectations
What whitening can and cannot do
Works well for
- Natural yellowing with age
- Stains from coffee, tea, red wine and smoking
- Uneven colour and white or brown fluorosis spots (improvement)
- Darkening after certain medications or an injury (improvement, needs more time)
Does not change
- Crowns, veneers and fillings: they keep their colour
- Large old amalgam (silver) fillings can look darker through whiter enamel
- The shape of the teeth or gaps between them
Before whitening
We check your teeth first
- A full check-up of teeth and gums: gums must be healthy.
- Cavities and leaking fillings are treated first, so the gel cannot irritate the inside of the tooth.
- A professional cleaning removes tartar and surface stains, so the gel works evenly.
- We record your starting shade and agree on the result you want.
When we don't whiten
Whitening is not for everyone
- During pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- With an allergy or sensitivity to hydrogen or carbamide peroxide.
- Under 18: under EU rules, professional whitening is for adults.
- With untreated cavities or gum disease, until they are treated.
If your gums or teeth start to hurt, or you feel strong sensitivity to cold during whitening, stop and call us: we adjust the plan.
How it works
Your whitening, step by step
Consultation
The dentist checks your teeth and gums, records your shade and explains which option suits you and what result to expect.
Cleaning and preparation
A professional cleaning, and treatment of any cavities or leaking fillings if needed.
In the clinic: one session
The gums are protected, the gel is applied and refreshed under the dentist's control. You leave with a visibly brighter smile the same day.
At home: scan and trays
We scan your teeth, make your custom trays and show you how much gel to use and how long to wear them each day.
Whitening days
You whiten at home following the plan. The colour changes a little every day, so you can stop when you like the shade.
Result check
We compare the new shade with your starting one and give you tips to keep the result as long as possible.
After whitening
How long the result lasts
It is individual. With good habits, the result of professional whitening can last for years. Coffee, red wine and smoking make it fade faster. With take-home trays, a short top-up from time to time keeps your shade.
First 48 hours
Avoid strongly coloured food and drinks: coffee, tea, red wine, beetroot, soy sauce.
Sensitivity
Mild sensitivity to cold can appear and passes on its own. A toothpaste for sensitive teeth helps.
Everyday habits
Rinse with water after coffee or wine, and use a straw for dark drinks.
Regular cleaning
A professional cleaning once or twice a year removes new surface stains.
Professional whitening under a dentist's supervision is considered safe for healthy teeth. The gel changes the colour inside the tooth without changing its structure. A laboratory study at King Saud University found that whitening gels did not make enamel more vulnerable to decay, and fluoride-containing gels like Opalescence PF may even help protect it.
Next step
Book a whitening consultation
We check your teeth, record your shade and recommend the option that suits you.