Teeth Whitening

What is professional teeth whitening?

In-clinic whitening uses a professional-strength gel, activated under light, applied by a dentist who protects your gums and controls the process. In about an hour, teeth brighten by several shades — safely and evenly, in a way shop-bought kits cannot match.

It is often the final touch of a dental trip to Agadir — or a reason for a long weekend all by itself.

Are you a good candidate?

Most adults with healthy teeth and gums benefit, especially for yellow-toned staining from coffee, tea, wine or tobacco. Whitening does not change the colour of crowns, veneers or fillings — if you have visible restorations, the dentist will plan around them honestly.

Grey-toned or medication-related discolouration responds less predictably; the consultation sets realistic expectations.

The process, step by step

The appointment begins with an examination and often a professional cleaning, so the gel works on a clean surface. Gums are protected, the gel applied and activated in cycles, and the result checked against a shade guide.

You leave with aftercare advice — and, where sensible, custom trays for future top-ups at home.

Recovery

None, really. Some patients notice temporary sensitivity for a day or two; a desensitising toothpaste handles it. For 48 hours, avoid strongly coloured food and drink — the “white diet”.

Then simply enjoy a smile that photographs beautifully against an Agadir sunset.

Risks — honestly

Professional whitening is very safe. Possible effects are temporary sensitivity and mild gum irritation, both short-lived. Over-whitening is avoided by dentist supervision — the goal is a natural, healthy brightness, not chalk-white.

Why Agadir?

€180–280 for dentist-supervised whitening versus €300–700 at home. Add it to a dental trip or a holiday — one hour in the chair, years of brighter smiles.