Professional teeth whitening in Gloucester restores a brighter, more confident smile by removing stains and discolouration. At Limes Dental Practice, we offer three clinically supervised whitening options — each tailored to your teeth, your lifestyle, and your budget. Our preferred approach is chaperoned home whitening, using custom-fitted trays and professional-grade gels for controlled, lasting results.
Not all teeth whitening is the same. Gel strength, tray fit, and whether treatment is supervised all affect both safety and outcome. Here is what we offer at Limes Dental Practice:
Please note: We are a fully private dental practice and do not offer NHS treatment.
| Chaperoned Home Whitening | Stock Tray Whitening | In-Surgery Whitening | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gel strength | Up to 16% carbamide peroxide | 6% carbamide peroxide | Up to 35% carbamide peroxide |
| Trays | Custom-fitted to your teeth | One-size-fits-all | Applied in clinic |
| Results timeline | Gradual over several weeks | Gradual over several weeks | Same day (hours) |
| Supervised by dentist | Yes — regular check-ins | No | Yes — in surgery |
| Our recommendation | Preferred method ★ | Budget option | Not advocated |
| Starting from | £450 | Lower cost | Ask at consultation |
Your dentist will assess your suitability at an initial consultation and recommend the most appropriate option for you. You will receive a written cost estimate before any treatment begins.
This is the whitening method we recommend and use most at Limes Dental Practice. It combines professional-grade gel strength with the flexibility of at-home treatment, supervised by your dentist throughout.
How it works
The close fit of custom trays allows us to use higher-concentration gels safely, which intrinsically changes the colour of your teeth — not just the surface. Results develop gradually over several weeks, giving you the most controllable and natural-looking outcome.
For patients seeking a lower-cost entry point, we also offer stock tray whitening. This uses pre-filled, one-size-fits-all trays with a 6% carbamide peroxide gel.
Results are more gradual and less pronounced than with custom trays, but this option provides a clinically safe, professionally supervised route to a whiter smile at a lower price.
Ask your dentist at consultation whether this option is suitable for your teeth.
We also offer in-surgery teeth whitening for patients who want to see results in a single appointment rather than over several weeks.
In this treatment, your gums are protected with a rubber barrier and a high-concentration whitening gel is applied directly to your teeth under supervision in our clinic. Results are visible on the same day.
You may have seen clinics offering 'power whitening' — a treatment using very strong gels (up to 35% carbamide peroxide) activated by a light or laser. We want to be transparent about our position on this:
For these reasons, we do not offer or recommend power whitening at Limes Dental Practice. Our approach prioritises predictable, comfortable outcomes over speed.
Teeth whitening works best on natural tooth enamel. At your initial consultation, your dentist will assess whether it is right for you. Whitening tends to work well for patients with:
Whitening does not change the colour of crowns, veneers, or composite bonding. If you have existing dental work, your dentist will discuss the best approach for an even result. Patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding are advised to postpone whitening treatment.
Interested in teeth whitening at Limes Dental Practice? The first step is a consultation with one of our dentists in Gloucester, who will assess your suitability and explain your options.
Call us on +44 1452 523089 or book online to arrange your appointment.
168 Stroud Road, Gloucester, GL1 5JX
Not when conducted by a high quality dental practice such as Limes Dental Practice. We are well qualified and experienced in providing a whitening service which is both safe and effective.
With good dental hygiene, results typically last between one and three years. Your teeth will gradually pick up stains again over time — particularly from coffee, tea, red wine, and smoking. Top-up treatments can help maintain your results.
No. Teeth whitening usually last a few years with good dental care. Your teeth will continue to age and to pick up small stains and hence will continue to discolour slowly.
The whitening agents can disrupt bonds between composite materials and your teeth. For dental work not involving composite materials however, this is not a problem. If you’re unsure about your suitability for teeth whitening, just ask!
Our teeth whitening treatments start from £450. Your dentist will explore your options with you during your initial consultation to ensure that you are comfortable with the cost of your treatment. You will also be provided with a printed estimate of the fees for your treatment, prior to any treatment being conducted.
Yes — when carried out by a qualified dental practice using appropriately regulated gels. At Limes Dental Practice, all whitening treatments are clinically supervised and use gels within safe, regulated concentrations. We assess every patient's suitability before beginning treatment.
Home whitening uses custom-fitted trays worn overnight with a professional gel. Results develop gradually and are highly controllable. In-surgery whitening uses a stronger gel applied in clinic for same-day results. Your dentist can advise which is more suitable based on your teeth and expectations.