Philips ZOOM!® In-chair Whitening
NOW $349
Prefer to have your teeth whitening treatment done by professionals?
At Creative Smiles, our Philips Zoom® in-chair whitening is carried out and monitored by our qualified Oral Health Therapists.
Before treatment begins, we’ll assess your oral health and suitability, explain the process and give you time to ask questions.
Enjoy Zoom in-chair teeth whitening at Creative Smiles for $349, down from $399.
Get in touch to find out if in-chair whitening is suitable for you.
*Available exclusively with our Oral Health Therapists. Ends 30 November 2026. Treatment is subject to clinical suitability. Your oral health and suitability for whitening will be assessed before treatment begins. Individual results and treatment times may vary. Whitening carries risks and benefits and may not be suitable for everyone. For more information, visit: https://creativesmiles.com.au/dental-risks-and-recover
Creative Smiles Teeth Whitening in Melbourne
In-chair and take-home teeth whitening
Creative Smiles provides teeth whitening assessments at our Armadale clinic for patients across Melbourne. Your practitioner will discuss whether whitening is suitable, the likely limitations, sensitivity and other risks, aftercare and costs.
What is Zoom! Teeth Whitening?
Philips Zoom is a professional teeth whitening system that uses a peroxide-based gel to lighten natural teeth. In-chair treatment follows the product protocol and your practitioner’s assessment. The amount and speed of colour change vary; a particular shade change cannot be guaranteed. Whitening does not change the colour of fillings, crowns or veneers.
Zoom! Teeth Whitening Pricing
Whitening costs depend on your suitability, the proposed method and any other dental care needed first. Your practitioner will explain what is included, any separate assessment or cleaning fees, and whether take-home products are appropriate. Read our indicative treatment price guide and arrange an assessment for an individual quote.
Get Our Treatment Price Guide
Explore indicative pricing for our most popular dental treatments. Download our price guide and, if you’d like, a member of our team can help you understand your options and answer any questions.
All whitening treatment bookings are made exclusively with our Oral Health Therapist.
Steps for Zoom! Teeth Whitening Treatment
Whitening should follow an oral-health assessment by a registered dental practitioner. It is not suitable for everyone.
- Assessment: Your practitioner examines your teeth and gums and discusses your expectations, alternatives, risks and costs. Existing dental problems may need treatment first.
- Preparation: The appropriate whitening method is selected and soft tissues are protected according to the product instructions.
- Treatment: The whitening product is applied using the prescribed protocol. Treatment may be modified or stopped if sensitivity or other problems occur.
- Aftercare: Follow advice about sensitivity, cleaning and any take-home product. Repeat treatment is not automatically needed or suitable. The result and how long it lasts vary.
Contact Creative Smiles to discuss whitening suitability, limitations, risks, alternatives and fees. We will explain consultation and diagnostic charges before you book. You can choose to keep your natural tooth colour.
Is Teeth Whitening For Me?
Suitability depends on your oral health, the cause of discolouration and the treatment you are considering. Whitening changes natural teeth, not fillings, crowns or veneers, so existing restorations may no longer match.
Decay, gum disease, exposed roots, sensitivity or a peroxide allergy may make whitening unsuitable or require care first. Elective whitening may be deferred during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Creative Smiles provides this cosmetic whitening service to adults following assessment.
Terms and Conditions
Cosmetic whitening is available to adults following an oral-health assessment. Your practitioner will explain suitability, risks, alternatives, the proposed fee, inclusions and any separate charges before treatment.
Any booking deposit and cancellation conditions will be explained before you book. A consultation does not oblige you to proceed. Read about whitening risks and recovery.
Reasons for tooth discolouration
Tooth colour varies naturally and can change with age, tobacco use, food and drink staining, some medicines or changes within a tooth. A darkening tooth can also need assessment for an underlying dental problem.
The cause of discolouration affects which options may help. Whitening does not treat decay, gum disease or damage inside a tooth.
Surface staining
A professional clean may remove some surface staining and reveal the tooth’s natural colour. Cleaning does not guarantee a lighter natural shade.
Changes within the tooth
Deeper discolouration may respond differently to whitening or may not respond. An assessment helps identify the cause and whether any treatment is appropriate.
Alternatives to Teeth Whitening
You may choose to keep your natural tooth colour. A professional clean may help with surface staining. Your practitioner can discuss whether whitening or another approach is suitable for the cause of discolouration.
Veneers and crowns involve different indications, preparation, costs and risks. They should not be presented as automatic next steps if whitening does not produce a desired shade. Tooth preparation can be irreversible, and restorations may need replacement.
Read about veneer risks and crown risks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Natural tooth colour can change with age, tobacco use, food and drink staining, some medicines or changes inside a tooth. The cause matters when considering treatment. A new or unusual colour change should be assessed.
There is no single best method for everyone. Your practitioner can compare in-chair whitening, a prescribed take-home product, cleaning or no whitening, depending on your oral health and the cause of discolouration. Both in-chair and take-home whitening have risks and limitations.
Whitening can cause sensitivity during or after treatment. It may last several days and can sometimes be significant. Stop using take-home whitening and seek advice if symptoms are severe or persistent. Do not increase product strength or frequency yourself.
An oral-health assessment is needed. Decay, gum disease, sensitivity, exposed roots, allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding may affect suitability or timing. Existing fillings, crowns and veneers will not whiten and may no longer match natural teeth.
Philips Zoom uses a peroxide-based gel to lighten natural teeth. In-chair treatment follows the relevant product protocol, which may include an LED light. Soft tissues need protection. Your practitioner will explain the method, likely limitations, sensitivity and other risks.
The duration of whitening varies with the original tooth colour, the method used, oral hygiene, diet and tobacco use. Colour can change again. Follow the product-specific aftercare instructions and discuss whether any further treatment is appropriate rather than assuming regular top-ups are needed.
No. Whitening changes natural teeth and does not lighten fillings, crowns or veneers. A colour mismatch may become more noticeable after whitening. Your practitioner will discuss this before treatment; matching an existing restoration cannot be guaranteed.
Ask your treating practitioner before using whitening products during orthodontic treatment. Fixed brackets can prevent even contact with the tooth surface, and an aligner should not be used as a whitening tray unless specifically prescribed for that purpose. Waiting until orthodontic treatment is complete may be appropriate.
Follow the storage instructions and expiry date supplied with your specific product. Do not use expired gel or judge its safety by its appearance or texture. Contact your practitioner if you are unsure how to store or use it.
Creative Smiles is at 1/1155 High St, Armadale, and welcomes patients from across greater Melbourne. Contact the practice to discuss an assessment for in-chair or take-home whitening, suitability, risks and costs.
Some people notice a colour change after in-chair treatment, while take-home treatment follows a prescribed course. The speed and amount of change vary. A particular number of shades or an immediate result cannot be guaranteed.
Whitening can cause tooth sensitivity and irritation or chemical injury to gums and other soft tissues. Results may be uneven and do not last indefinitely. Sensitivity may continue for several days; seek advice for severe or persistent symptoms before further treatment. Follow your practitioner’s and product instructions. Read about whitening risks and recovery.




