PAAD
Palo Alto Advanced Dentists

Professional Teeth Whitening
Up to 8 Shades Brighter.

In-office Zoom whitening delivers dramatic, immediate results in a single 90-minute visit. Custom take-home trays offer a gentler, gradual alternative. Both options use professional-grade formulations that outperform any over-the-counter product by a wide margin.

Which Stains Respond to Whitening?

Professional whitening oxidises intrinsic and extrinsic stain molecules within the enamel. Results depend on the origin of the discolouration — most common staining from lifestyle and aging responds very well. We assess your candidacy at consultation.

Dental restorations (crowns, veneers, bonding, and tooth-coloured fillings) do not bleach. If prominent restorations are present, we discuss sequencing treatment to achieve a uniform final result.

Coffee & Tea
Red wine
Tobacco / smoking
Age-related yellowing
Food & beverage stains
Mild fluorosis (white spots)
Antibiotic (tetracycline) stains
Requires KöR or veneers
Crowns, veneers, bonding
Restorations don't whiten

Three Paths to a Brighter Smile

In-Office Zoom Whitening

90 minutesUp to 8 shades brighter

Patients wanting dramatic immediate results for an event, wedding, or interview.

We apply professional-strength hydrogen peroxide gel to your teeth and activate it with the Zoom WhiteSpeed LED light — three 15-minute sessions in one appointment. Desensitising treatment included.

Includes

  • Pre-whitening shade measurement
  • Gum & lip protection
  • Three 15-min light sessions
  • Post-whitening desensitiser
  • Take-home touch-up gel

Custom Take-Home Trays

30–60 min/day for 10–14 days4–6 shades brighter

Patients who prefer gradual whitening or have mild sensitivity.

We take digital scans to fabricate perfectly fitting custom trays. You use professional-grade carbamide peroxide gel at home on your schedule — most patients see significant results within 1–2 weeks.

Includes

  • Digital scan + custom tray fabrication
  • Professional-grade whitening gel (2 syringes)
  • Detailed usage instructions
  • Sensitivity management protocol
  • Refill syringes available

Sensitivity-Safe Protocol

Adjusted schedule3–5 shades brighter

Patients with enamel sensitivity, exposed roots, or history of whitening discomfort.

We use lower-concentration gel with potassium nitrate and fluoride to desensitise during treatment. Extended tray wear times and alternating desensitiser nights make whitening achievable even for sensitive patients.

Includes

  • Lower-concentration gel
  • Potassium nitrate desensitiser
  • Pre-treatment fluoride application
  • Modified wear schedule
  • Check-in at 1 week

Professional vs. Store-Bought Whitening

In-OfficeTake-HomeStore-Bought
Shade improvementUp to 8 shades4–6 shades1–2 shades
Time to results90 minutes1–2 weeks4–6 weeks
Gel concentration25–35% H₂O₂ (professional)10–20% carbamide3–10% (low)
Tray fitCustom professionalCustom professionalOne-size boil-and-bite
SupervisionDentist supervisedDentist prescribedNone
Sensitivity managementDesensitiser includedProtocol providedNone
Results longevity1–3 years1–2 yearsWeeks to months

8

shades brighter in a single session

Zoom WhiteSpeed in-office

90

minutes for full in-office treatment

Three 15-min Zoom sessions

Free

whitening with completed Invisalign

PAAD exclusive benefit

1–3

years of lasting results

With maintenance touch-ups

Whitening Questions Answered

A brighter smile in 90 minutes.

Book your whitening consultation — includes shade assessment and personalised treatment recommendation. Complimentary with all completed Invisalign cases.