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01Point Cook
Point Cook · VIC 3030
Address220 Point Cook Road, Point Cook VIC 3030
Phone(03) 8338 1515
HoursMon–Sat 9:00 am–5:00 pm
TouchWhite® laser-assisted whitening · Point Cook
Teeth Whitening in Point Cook
Teeth whitening at Magical Smiles Point Cook uses TouchWhite, an in-chair appointment where a peroxide gel does the whitening and a dental laser helps activate it. It's carried out at 220 Point Cook Road once a check-up confirms your teeth and gums are ready, and sensitivity is discussed before you book. Nobody can name your final shade in advance, but your dentist will tell you honestly what's likely for your teeth.
At a glance
Whitening is one part of our cosmetic dentistry care in Point Cook.
Treatment — in-chair teeth whitening
Protocol — TouchWhite®
How it works — peroxide gel, activated with laser assistance; our technology pages explain more
Before you book — a check-up to confirm whitening suits your teeth
Good for — people who want sensitivity taken seriously
Where — Magical Smiles Point Cook, 220 Point Cook Road
It starts with a check-up
The short version
Most whitening decisions aren't really about teeth. They're about the photo you didn't share, the conversation you had with your lips half-closed, the moment you were thinking about your smile instead of what you were saying.
TouchWhite treats whitening as a chemical process with laser assistance. The gel goes on first, then the laser delivers short, controlled pulses to help activate it. Everyone responds a little differently, and your dentist will talk you through what to expect.
Whitening can't change the colour of existing crowns, veneers or fillings, because those materials don't respond to the gel. What it can do is lift the shade of your natural enamel, and your dentist will explain how that's likely to sit next to any existing work.
Who this is for
Six reasons people ask us about whitening.
If one or two of these sound like you, it's worth a conversation. Your assessment confirms whether whitening is actually the answer.
i.
The photo you didn't post.
A wedding, a work headshot, a holiday album still sitting on your phone. Everything about the photo worked except the bit you keep looking at.
ii.
Coffee, tea, red wine: all of the above.
You're not giving them up, and you shouldn't have to. Over the years they've settled into the enamel, past what brushing can shift.
iii.
The supermarket kit didn't do much.
Strips, trays, whichever brand was on special. A slight change, then nothing more. Dentist-supervised whitening is the next step.
iv.
Whitening has left you wincing before.
If cold drinks made you flinch for days after a previous attempt, it's worth talking about sensitivity before you try again. We'll ask about your history first.
v.
There's a date on the calendar.
A wedding, a reunion, a milestone birthday, an interview. You've meant to do it for a while; now there's a deadline.
vi.
It's step one of a bigger plan.
If veneers, bonding or a makeover are on the cards, your shade is usually settled first so new work can be matched to it.
Laser-assisted activation
How it works
What the laser actually does.
The whitening itself is chemical: the gel does the work. The laser's job is to help activate that gel in a targeted way, while the gums and lips are protected.
i. Gel first.
Once your gums are protected, a peroxide-based whitening gel is applied to the teeth being treated. It breaks down the stain molecules that build up in enamel from food, drink, smoking and age.
ii. Short, controlled pulses.
The laser is used in short bursts rather than one long exposure, helping to activate the gel while your dentist keeps an eye on comfort.
iii. Sensitivity, handled honestly.
Some people feel short-lived sensitivity after any kind of whitening. Your dentist will talk about how to manage it, and a desensitising step is part of the appointment.
iv. Several passes.
The gel is refreshed between passes, which gives your dentist a chance to check comfort and shade as the session goes.
Settings checked before and during treatment
The equipment
Laser whitening, done carefully.
The laser is operated by your dentist, with settings chosen for the whitening protocol before the session begins and monitored as the passes run.
Safety steps are routine: the gums are protected before any gel is applied, everyone in the room wears laser safety glasses, and cheek retractors keep your lips clear of the treatment area.
Our technology pages explain more about the equipment and how it's used across different treatments.
How the session is run
Three things that shape your appointment.
What the visit looks like
From first check to final shade, eight steps.
Preparation and shade records take up much of the appointment; the gel-and-laser passes are a shorter part than most people expect.
i · Suitability check.
Your gums, any decay and the likely cause of your staining are examined. Whitening can't fix every kind of stain, and we'll tell you here rather than after you've paid.
ii · Clean first.
A separate visit removes surface stains, plaque and tartar, because the gel needs to reach the enamel and anything sitting on top gets in the way.
iii · Starting shade.
Your starting shade is recorded with a shade guide and photos so the result can be compared fairly.
iv · Protection.
A barrier is placed along your gums, your lips are held clear and eye protection goes on.
v · Gel and laser passes.
The gel is applied and the laser used in several short passes, with fresh gel in between and regular comfort checks.
vi · Desensitising.
A desensitising agent is applied before you leave the chair as a standard part of the appointment.
vii · Final shade.
The gel is removed and your new shade recorded against the same guide in the same light, so you can compare start and finish.
viii · Aftercare.
Your dentist explains what to eat and drink over the next couple of days, when a review makes sense and how to look after your shade at home.
Side by side
Two ways to whiten, and how they differ.
No single method suits everyone. These are the two approaches people most often compare, and your consultation helps you decide between them.
TouchWhite laser: in-chair
- —Where: at the clinic, supervised throughout.
- —Time: one in-chair appointment.
- —Sensitivity: discussed beforehand, with a desensitising step built in.
- —Pace: the change can be compared at the end of the visit and settles over the following days.
- —Supervision: your dentist is with you for the whole session.
- —Suits: people who'd like one supervised appointment, especially if earlier whitening was uncomfortable.
- —Often paired with: take-home trays afterwards to help maintain the shade.
Custom take-home trays
- —Where: at home, using trays made to fit your teeth.
- —Time: short daily sessions over a period your dentist recommends.
- —Sensitivity: a lower-strength gel over more sessions, which many people find easier.
- —Pace: gradual, which suits anyone who'd prefer a slower change.
- —Supervision: self-managed once your trays are fitted and you've been shown how to use them.
- —Suits: people who prefer a gradual build and want trays for future top-ups.
- —Often paired with: an in-chair session first for an initial lift.
What to expect from us
Six things we do every time.
Whitening shouldn't feel like a sales pitch. A good consultation ends with realistic expectations, not promises.
i.
A set protocol.
TouchWhite follows a set protocol, and the equipment is set up for it before your session rather than adjusted by feel.
ii.
Honest expectations up front.
Before you book, you'll hear what's likely to respond, what isn't, and how the result will sit beside any crowns or veneers. No outcome is promised.
iii.
Sensitivity taken seriously.
We ask about your whitening history first, and every session finishes with a desensitising step.
iv.
Time to do it properly.
Your whitening isn't squeezed between other appointments. The gel, laser passes and shade checks each get the time they need.
v.
Measured, not guessed.
Your shade is recorded with the same guide and lighting at the start, during the session and at the end.
vi.
The first step in a cosmetic plan.
If veneers, bonding or a makeover are ahead, whitening sets the shade everything else is matched to.
Questions, answered
What people ask us before booking.
Anything not covered here can be raised at your consultation, with no obligation attached.
Sensitivity is one of the most common questions we're asked. Any whitening can cause short-lived sensitivity to cold or sweet foods for a day or two, and we'd rather plan for that than pretend it won't happen. We ask about your previous whitening first, and a desensitising agent is applied before you leave.
No one can name a shade before examining your teeth. Staining from coffee, tea, wine, smoking and age usually responds well, while fillings, crowns and veneers don't change at all. Someone else's result doesn't predict yours; the realistic goal is a visible lift from your own starting shade.
No. The gel contains the active ingredient that breaks down stain molecules in the enamel. The laser helps activate that gel in short, controlled bursts.
Less than most people think. A large part of the visit goes on protecting your gums, recording shades, refreshing the gel between passes and applying the desensitising agent at the end. Your dentist will tell you how long to allow when you book.
Yes. Discolouration from inside the tooth, such as from certain antibiotics taken in childhood, significant fluorosis, a tooth whose nerve has died, or staining after an injury, doesn't respond predictably and may need a different approach. We check what's causing your shade before booking, so you're not paying for a result whitening can't deliver.
Whitening fades gradually rather than stopping on a set date. Coffee, tea, red wine, smoking and time all work against it, and the pace depends on your habits and aftercare. Your dentist can suggest when a top-up might make sense, and take-home trays can help keep your shade steadier in between.
When it's done on healthy adult teeth, with the gums protected and the protocol followed, whitening is a well-established treatment. It isn't suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, for children, or for teeth with active decay or untreated gum disease, which is why your assessment comes first.
Yes, a lot. Whitening only works on natural enamel, so existing ceramic or resin work stays the same colour, and whitening around it can make the difference more noticeable. If new restorations are planned, the usual order is to whiten first and then match the new work to your settled shade.
At Magical Smiles Point Cook, 220 Point Cook Road, open Monday to Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Call (03) 8338 1515 or book online, and we'll talk you through the appointment before you arrive.
The cost depends on your starting shade, the approach used and whether take-home trays are part of the plan. You'll get a written quote at your consultation, along with what your health fund may cover and the payment options if you'd like to spread the cost.
Where to see us
Whitening at our Point Cook clinic.
TouchWhite whitening is available at 220 Point Cook Road, Monday to Saturday. If another Magical Smiles clinic is easier for you to reach, our locations page lists each one.
Other laser treatments
Other treatments that use a dental laser.
A dental laser can be used in different ways. Each treatment below uses it with different settings for a different purpose.
i.
Laser ceramic debonding
Removing old veneers and ceramic crowns without cutting through them.
ii.Laser root canal treatment
Using a laser to help clean and disinfect the root canals.
iii.Laser cavity treatment
An option for some early cavities, once your dentist has confirmed it suits the tooth.
iv.Peri-implantitis laser treatment
Cleaning the implant surface and surrounding gum as part of managing peri-implant disease.
v.LAPT: laser gum therapy
Laser-assisted periodontal therapy as part of managing gum disease.
vi.NightLase® snoring therapy
Laser sessions on the soft palate aimed at supporting quieter breathing at night.
Where you'll be
A calm room, by design.
Who you'll see
Who carries out whitening in Point Cook?
Whitening is carried out and supervised by Dr Rachna Yadav, our Principal Dentist (BDS, AHPRA DEN0001046139), or Dr Amolak Deep (AHPRA DEN0002514296).
Both are general dentists. If your case needs a specialist's input, we'll name the specialty and help you arrange a referral.
When you're ready
Make the next photo one you keep.
If whitening has been on your list for a while, this is the conversation to start. Your dentist will find out what's causing the shade, explain what whitening can and can't change, and leave the next step with you.