Tahlia recently completed her clear aligner journey with Urban Smile and decided to take her smile to the next level with in-chair whitening. We sat down with Tahlia to chat about her experience and how she’s feeling with her new, brighter smile.
Have you had in-chair teeth whitening before? If so, how long ago and where?
Yes! I had in-chair whitening in Bali a few years ago.
How did the in-chair whitening process feel? Was it comfortable? Were you nervous about anything?
It was so quick and easy! Compared to my previous whitening experience, where I had an unpleasant taste in my mouth, the process at Urban Smile was completely different—you don’t taste anything! The team walked me through the entire process, they showed me the shade guide and did before-and-after comparisons and photos!
Did anything surprise you about the treatment? (During or after?)
I was honestly shocked by how fast it was and how much of a difference it made to my smile in such a short time—I can’t stop smiling! The whole appointment is only about an hour, but the actual whitening part was only around 30 minutes. I couldn’t believe how quick and easy it was!
Tell us about the 48 hours after your whitening treatment. How did it feel? What did you eat or drink? Have you been doing anything different?
The team recommended I use BioMin toothpaste which is made for sensitive teeth, which was a great help, although my teeth weren’t overly sensitive. I only felt the tiniest bit of sensitivity when drinking cold water a few hours after my treatment, but other than that, nothing at all.
For the first 48 hours, I stuck to eating and drinking white foods to avoid any staining. After that, I went back to my normal routine.
What would you say to someone who is thinking about whitening their smile? Any tips for before, during, or after?
Honestly, just go for it! It’s so quick and easy, and the results are totally worth it. If you enjoy red wine, I’d recommend having a glass the night before rather than after—haha!
Here are a few things I’d suggest for anyone thinking about getting in-chair whitening:
- Plan ahead – Try to avoid things like coffee, red wine, and dark sauces for at least 24–48 hours before and after your treatment to get the best results.
- Use a sensitivity toothpaste – I started using one a few days before my appointment, and it really helped. Definitely worth doing!
- Stay hydrated – Drinking lots of water keeps your mouth feeling fresh and helps prevent dryness.
- Follow the aftercare advice – The team told me to stick to a “white diet” for 48 hours after, so I did! Avoiding foods and drinks that stain really helps maintain that bright look.
How did you feel when you saw your new, brighter smile?
Even more confident! It was the perfect finishing touch to my new straight smile.
Would you whiten your teeth again?
Absolutely! I’d do it again in a heartbeat now I know how quick and easy it is!
If you’re looking to brighten your smile, Book your In-Chair Whitening treatment at Urban Smile today and experience the difference for yourself!