Professional Teeth Whitening Auckland – in-chair & take-home kits
Brighten your smile with professional teeth whitening at our Mt Roskill clinic – a custom take-home kit, same-day in-chair laser whitening, or a hygienist clean to start.
Teeth whitening dentists on Mt Albert Rd, Mt Roskill
Professional teeth whitening (also called teeth brightening or bleaching) at Thompson Dental in Mt Roskill brightens your natural teeth safely, with a custom take-home kit from NZ$550 or same-day in-chair laser whitening for NZ$1,100. Every treatment starts with a check of your teeth and gums, so we can recommend the right option for your smile and any sensitivity. For take-home whitening we use Pola, designed to give even, natural-looking results while protecting your enamel and keeping sensitivity to a minimum.
No referral is needed. Our clinic on Mt Albert Road is an easy trip from Mt Eden, Epsom, Sandringham, Mt Albert and West Auckland.
Safe teeth whitening options to suit your smile
Take-home vs in-chair laser whitening
| Take-home kit | In-chair laser whitening | |
|---|---|---|
| Whitening gel | Professional Pola gel, only available through dentists | Professional in-chair gel |
| How it’s done | Custom trays and whitening gel worn at home | In the chair at our Mt Roskill clinic |
| Time | One to two weeks of daily wear | One 90-minute session |
| Results | Gradual, even brightening | A noticeable change the same day |
| Sensitivity | Gel designed to be gentle on sensitive teeth | Any sensitivity usually settles within a day or two |
| Best for | Flexible timing at your own pace | Special occasions and fast results |
| Price | NZ$550 | NZ$1,100 |
Not sure which suits you? We’ll help you choose at your consultation, based on your teeth, any sensitivity and your timing.
Have a question about teeth whitening? We’re happy to help.
Spread the cost with Q Card or Afterpay. See payment options
What happens next
- We’ll reply to your enquiry within 1 working day.
- Book a cosmetic consultation.
- Get a treatment plan and cost estimate for your smile.
Prefer to talk?
Call us on 09 620 8066.
Not all teeth whitening is the same
The result you get depends on more than the gel – it’s how carefully your treatment is planned, how well your trays fit and how your sensitivity is managed. At Thompson Dental, your whitening includes:
- a check of your teeth and gums by a dentist before you start
- treatment planned by our cosmetic dentists, members of the NZ Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
- trays custom-made for your teeth, for even coverage
- professional Pola gel, chosen for even results, enamel protection and comfort
- a recommended hygienist clean first, so whitening works evenly
- top-up gel from the clinic to keep your smile bright
Supermarket kits, whitening strips and online kits use weaker gels and one-size-fits-all trays, so results can be patchy and gel can irritate your gums.
Is teeth whitening right for you?
Whitening works best on natural teeth with yellow or brown staining from tea, coffee, red wine, smoking or ageing. Grey staining, such as from some medicines, may not respond as well.
Whitening doesn’t change the colour of crowns, veneers or fillings. If you have these on your front teeth, we’ll talk about how to keep your smile an even colour – sometimes replacing a restoration or veneers give a better match.
We check for decay and gum problems first, as these need treating before whitening. Whitening isn’t recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Your teeth whitening, step by step
Check-up and Clean
We check your teeth and gums, record your starting shade and recommend a hygienist clean first for the most even result.
Your Whitening
Take-home: we make your custom trays and show you how to use the gel.
In-chair: your whitening is done in a single 90-minute visit.
Results and Top-ups
We check your new shade and explain how to keep it bright, including top-up gel from the clinic when you need it.
Looking after your whiter smile
Results vary with diet and lifestyle, but professional whitening typically lasts 6–12 months.
For 48 hours after whitening, avoid strongly coloured food and drinks such as tea, coffee, red wine, curry and berries, and don’t smoke. Some people notice mild sensitivity for a day or two – a toothpaste for sensitive teeth helps.
Regular hygienist cleans and top-up gel from the clinic help keep your smile bright between treatments.
How much does teeth whitening cost in Auckland?
- Take-home whitening kit: NZ$550
- In-chair laser whitening: NZ$1,100
- Hygienist clean (60 minutes): NZ$220
Your take-home kit includes a check of your teeth and gums, trays custom-made for your teeth, and professional Pola whitening gel – which isn’t available in shops.
You can spread the cost with a Q Card interest-free payment plan or Afterpay – see our payment options. Whitening is a cosmetic treatment, so it usually isn’t covered by health insurance – check with your insurer.
Meet the dentists who whiten your teeth
Your whitening is planned by our cosmetic dentists, all members of the NZ Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. They check your teeth and gums first, recommend the right option for your smile and any sensitivity, and are here to answer your questions along the way.
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Teeth whitening Auckland FAQs
At Thompson Dental, a custom take-home whitening kit is NZ$550 and in-chair laser whitening is NZ$1,100. We recommend a hygienist clean first (NZ$220 for 60 minutes), which on its own often makes teeth noticeably brighter. You can spread the cost with Q Card or Afterpay.
Yes. Professional whitening is safe when it’s supervised by a dental team. We check your teeth and gums before starting, make trays that fit your teeth, and use a professional gel (Pola) designed to protect enamel and be gentle on sensitive teeth.
Whitening doesn’t usually hurt. Some people notice mild sensitivity or tingling for a day or two, which settles on its own. A toothpaste for sensitive teeth helps, and we can adjust your treatment if you’re prone to sensitivity.
Usually, yes. The Pola gel we use contains desensitising ingredients such as potassium nitrate and fluoride, and we’ll check your sensitivity first so we can recommend the most comfortable option.
Results vary with diet and lifestyle, but professional whitening typically lasts 6–12 months. Limiting tea, coffee and red wine helps, and top-up gel from the clinic lets you refresh your shade without a full treatment.
In-chair laser whitening is usually a single 90-minute session. The take-home kit is used daily at home for one to two weeks, with no extra clinic visits after your trays are made.
Not usually. Over-the-counter kits and whitening strips generally use weaker gels and one-size-fits-all trays, so results can be patchy and gel can irritate your gums. Professional whitening is checked by a dentist, uses trays made for your teeth and gives more even, predictable results.
For 48 hours, avoid strongly coloured food and drinks such as tea, coffee, red wine, curry and berries, and don’t smoke. After that, rinsing with water after coloured drinks helps your results last.
No. Whitening only lightens natural teeth, not crowns, veneers or fillings. We’ll talk about this at your consultation so your smile stays an even colour.
Thompson Dental offers professional teeth whitening at 377 Mt Albert Road, Mt Roskill – an easy trip from Mt Albert, Mt Eden, Epsom, Sandringham, Grey Lynn, Newmarket, Remuera and West Auckland.