Me - I'm the only person who provides treatment at With Gleam.

I'm an oral health therapist registered with the Dental Board of Australia through AHPRA, with over six years of clinical experience across general and orthodontic practice, and I've completed dedicated training in professional whitening.

You can check my registration on the AHPRA public register at ahpra.gov.au. Every assessment and treatment is done by me personally.

At many salons, whitening is performed by an unregistered operator using cosmetic-grade products, with no health assessment.

With Gleam sits between the salon and the dental chair: whitening performed by an AHPRA-registered oral health therapist, within a clinical framework and after a proper health check - but as a focused, accessible service rather than a full dental appointment.

The clinical standard, without the full dental-chair price.

In-chair whitening is completed here in one appointment, and you leave with a take-home maintenance kit.

The in-chair and take-home package adds a full take-home course on top of that appointment, which suits people who want a longer, more gradual lift afterwards.

The take-home consultation is for people who'd rather do the whole thing at home in their own time - you come in for an assessment and leave with everything you need.

If you're unsure, book the in-chair and we'll talk it through before starting; you can add the take-home course on the day.

Whitening is a well-established procedure, but like any treatment it carries risks. The most common are temporary tooth sensitivity and short-term gum irritation, which usually settle within a day or two.

Whitening can also cause discomfort where there's underlying decay, a cracked tooth, exposed root surface or gum disease - which is why I examine your teeth before any product is used, and why I'll refer you to a dentist rather than treat you if I find something that needs attention first.

I'm an AHPRA-registered oral health therapist, and the products I use are professional-grade and supplied only after that assessment.

Whitening isn't painful. Some people notice temporary tooth sensitivity during or after a session - this is common, usually short-lived, and something we screen for and manage.

Your health history and a quick check beforehand help flag anyone more likely to experience it, so the approach can be adjusted. Your aftercare guidance covers how to minimise any sensitivity.

Results vary between people and there's no way to promise a particular outcome. Whitening works on natural tooth structure, so it lifts staining from coffee, tea, red wine, smoking and normal ageing. It won't change the colour of crowns, veneers, bridges or fillings.

Discolouration from within the tooth - trauma, certain medications taken in childhood, fluorosis - responds differently and sometimes not at all. Teeth that start out more yellow tend to respond more readily than greyer teeth. I'll assess your teeth at your appointment and tell you honestly what I think is realistic before we start.

Whitening generally isn't recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, for under-18s, or where there are certain dental conditions - such as untreated decay, gum disease, or particular restorations.

This isn't an exhaustive list; suitability is always assessed individually at your appointment, which is the whole point of the health check.

No - whitening only works on natural tooth structure. Crowns, veneers, bridges, white fillings and bonding won't change colour. If you have any of these on your front teeth, whitening the surrounding teeth can leave them looking darker by comparison.

That's not a reason to avoid whitening, but it's worth knowing before you book, and it's one of the things I check at your assessment. Your dentist can discuss matching or replacing restorations afterwards if it becomes a concern.

With fixed braces it's best to wait until they come off - brackets cover part of each tooth, so colour can end up uneven. If you wear clear aligners, whitening is usually possible and we can discuss how to fit it around your treatment.

Either way, mention it at booking so I can plan the right approach, and if you're mid-treatment, check with your orthodontist first.

Yes - when you book, you'll complete a short health questionnaire. It takes only a few minutes and covers your medical and dental history, so whitening can be confirmed as appropriate and the session tailored to you. Returning clients complete a brief update at each visit.

That depends more on you than on the treatment. Coffee, tea, red wine, dark sauces and smoking bring staining back faster.

Most people notice gradual drift over the months following treatment - whitening isn't permanent. Using your take-home maintenance kit as directed slows that down.

I suggest a review at around six months so I can see where your shade has settled and we can decide together whether anything is needed at that point. Some people need something; some don't.

You'll leave with clear aftercare guidance, and with the in-chair session, a take-home aftercare kit is included as standard.

The first day or so matters most - you'll be talked through what to eat and avoid, and how to look after any short-term sensitivity. It's all straightforward.

At the time of your appointment, item payment can be debited directly from the card used to secure the booking, or can be taken securely by card through Square.

Please give at least 48 hours' notice to cancel or reschedule. Cancellations or reschedules with less than 48 hours' notice, and non-attendance, are charged 50% of the treatment price to the card on file.

If something genuine comes up, get in touch as early as you can - I'll always try to work with you.

Because the service runs by appointment with limited spots, giving notice means your slot can go to someone else who's waiting.