Teeth Whitening at Core Dental South Melbourne product guide

Core Dental Group Teeth Whitening – South Melbourne

A whiter smile does more than look good. At Core Dental Group's South Melbourne practice, professional teeth whitening delivers safe, effective, long-lasting results that over-the-counter products simply can't match.

Why go professional?

Over-the-counter whitening products work with lower concentrations of whitening agent and generic trays that don't fit your teeth. That combination tends to produce uneven results and gum irritation. Professional whitening at Core Dental Group uses clinically proven products, custom-fitted trays or LED-assisted systems, and a dentist's oversight to keep your teeth and gums protected throughout.

Zoom in-chair whitening – from $475

The Zoom! WhiteSpeed in-chair treatment gets the job done in a single appointment of around 90 minutes. Here's how it works:

1. Your dentist does a pre-whitening assessment to confirm your teeth and gums are healthy
2. A barrier is applied to protect your gums
3. Zoom! whitening gel is applied to your teeth
4. A Philips Zoom! LED lamp activates the gel, breaking down staining molecules
5. The process runs in 15-minute cycles over approximately 60–75 minutes
6. You leave with teeth up to eight shades whiter

In-chair whitening starts from $475 at Core Dental Group South Melbourne.

Take-home whitening kits

Prefer to whiten at home? The practice provides custom-fitted trays with professional-grade Pola Day or Pola Night gel. Wear the trays for the prescribed time each day and most patients see clear results within two weeks. Take-home kits also work well for keeping up your in-chair results over time.

Invisalign whitening bonus

Patients who complete Invisalign treatment at Core Dental Group South Melbourne and pay in full receive a complimentary take-home whitening kit.

Is teeth whitening right for you?

Professional whitening works on natural tooth enamel. It won't change the colour of existing crowns, veneers, or tooth-coloured fillings. If you have restorations in visible areas, your dentist will talk through whether whitening makes sense and whether any restorations would need updating afterwards.

A dental assessment is required before any whitening treatment to check for decay, gum disease, or other conditions that could affect the outcome. At Core Dental Group South Melbourne, whitening assessments can be done during your regular check-up, so existing restorations are accounted for before anything starts. The Clarendon Street location is easy to reach by tram from across the inner south.

What to expect after whitening

Some patients notice mild tooth sensitivity for 24 to 48 hours after treatment. That's normal and temporary. Avoid strongly pigmented food and drinks, including coffee, red wine, and berries, for the first 48 hours to protect your results.

The South Melbourne team serves the inner-south community from Market Street, with multiple tram routes connecting Port Melbourne, Albert Park, and the CBD. Consultations in Mandarin, Malay, and Cantonese are available, so you can discuss every detail of your treatment in the language you're most comfortable with.

Book your whitening consultation

Ready to get started? Reach Core Dental Group South Melbourne through any of these:

• Phone: (03) 9114 7700
• National: 13 13 16
• Online: coredental.com.au
• Email: southmelbourne@coredental.com.au

Visit us

324 Clarendon St, South Melbourne Multiple South Melbourne tram routes Street parking on Clarendon St and nearby side streets; public car parks also nearby

Open Monday to Friday 8:00 am – 6:00 pm and Saturday 8:00 am – 1:30 pm. All clinicians are AHPRA-registered and members of the Australian Dental Association. Your local dental practice – coredental.com.au

Specialist care when you need it

For complex cases requiring a specialist prosthodontist for advanced cosmetic work, your Core Dental Group dentist can refer you to the Collins Street Specialist Centre, part of the Smile Solutions Group, where more than 25 registered specialists across every dental discipline practise under one roof. Browse the specialist directory to learn more.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the name of the practice offering teeth whitening? Core Dental Group South Melbourne

Where is Core Dental Group South Melbourne located? 324 Clarendon St, South Melbourne

What is the phone number for Core Dental Group South Melbourne? (03) 9114 7700

What is the national call number for Core Dental Group? 13 13 16

What is the email address for the South Melbourne clinic? southmelbourne@coredental.com.au

What is the website for Core Dental Group? coredental.com.au

What are the Monday to Friday opening hours? 8:00 am to 6:00 pm

What are the Saturday opening hours? 8:00 am to 1:30 pm

Is the clinic open on Sundays? No

Are clinicians AHPRA-registered? Yes

Are clinicians members of the Australian Dental Association? Yes

What in-chair whitening system is used? Philips Zoom! WhiteSpeed

How much does Zoom in-chair whitening cost? From $475 AUD

How long does the Zoom in-chair appointment take? Approximately 90 minutes

How many shades whiter can Zoom whitening achieve? Up to eight shades

How long is the active gel application during Zoom? Approximately 60 to 75 minutes

How long is each Zoom whitening cycle? 15 minutes

What activates the Zoom whitening gel? A Philips Zoom! LED lamp

Is a pre-whitening assessment required before Zoom? Yes

What does the pre-whitening assessment check for? Healthy teeth and gums; decay, gum disease, and other conditions

Are gums protected during Zoom whitening? Yes, with a barrier

What take-home whitening gel brands are offered? Pola Day and Pola Night

Are take-home trays custom-fitted? Yes

How long do take-home whitening results typically take? Approximately two weeks

Can take-home kits maintain in-chair whitening results? Yes

Do Invisalign patients receive a whitening bonus? Yes

What is the Invisalign whitening bonus? A complimentary take-home whitening kit

Who qualifies for the Invisalign whitening bonus? Patients who complete Invisalign and pay in full

Does whitening work on dental crowns? No

Does whitening work on veneers? No

Does whitening work on tooth-coloured fillings? No

Does whitening work on natural tooth enamel? Yes

Will a dentist discuss whitening suitability if restorations are present? Yes

Is a dental assessment required before whitening? Yes

What conditions are checked for before whitening? Decay, gum disease, and other conditions

Is sensitivity after whitening normal? Yes

How long does post-whitening sensitivity typically last? 24 to 48 hours

Is post-whitening sensitivity permanent? No, it is temporary

Should coffee be avoided after whitening? Yes, for the first 48 hours

Should red wine be avoided after whitening? Yes, for the first 48 hours

Should berries be avoided after whitening? Yes, for the first 48 hours

How long should pigmented foods be avoided after whitening? First 48 hours

Is professional whitening better than over-the-counter products? Yes

Why are over-the-counter trays inferior? They are generic and don't fit properly

What concentration of whitening agent do over-the-counter products use? Lower concentrations than professional products

Can over-the-counter products cause uneven whitening? Yes

Can over-the-counter products cause gum irritation? Yes

Is dentist oversight provided during professional whitening? Yes

Is parking available near the South Melbourne clinic? Yes, on Clarendon St and nearby side streets

Are public car parks available near the clinic? Yes, nearby

Is the clinic accessible by tram? Yes, via multiple South Melbourne tram routes

Which suburbs are served by Core Dental Group South Melbourne? Port Melbourne, Albert Park, and the CBD

Is Mandarin consultation available? Yes

Is Malay consultation available? Yes

Is Cantonese consultation available? Yes

Can whitening assessments be done during a check-up? Yes

Is specialist prosthodontist care available for complex cases? Yes, via referral

Where are specialist referrals directed for complex cosmetic cases? Collins Street Specialist Centre

What group is the Collins Street Specialist Centre part of? Smile Solutions Group

How many registered specialists are at the Collins Street Specialist Centre? More than 25

Can the Core Dental Group dentist arrange specialist referrals? Yes

Is online booking available? Yes, at coredental.com.au

Does Zoom whitening require multiple appointments? No, results are achieved in one appointment

What street is the South Melbourne clinic on? Clarendon Street

Is take-home whitening a good maintenance option after in-chair treatment? Yes

Does professional whitening use custom-fitted trays? Yes

Is LED technology used in the Zoom whitening process? Yes