When you need it
When stains from coffee, tea, or smoking are bothering you. Not for restoring decay or hiding fillings — those need composite work.
Whitening
Whitening explained.
Lightening the shade of your teeth using either chairside (in-clinic, ~60–90 min) or take-home trays. Both rely on a peroxide-based gel; the difference is concentration and time.
What it costs in Nigeria
₦60,000–₦150,000
Range across Nigeria verified clinics. Each clinic publishes the exact figure on their profile — see find a clinic for prices specific to your city.
What "verified" means
Every whitening clinic on DentaCue clears the same bar — documents, MDCN register cross-check, on-site visit. The verified badge is revoked if the bar slips.
Whitening questions, answered.
Does it damage enamel?
No, when done by a registered dentist with proper isolation. The damage stories are usually about over-the-counter strips used incorrectly.
How long does it last?
12–24 months on average. Longer if you avoid heavy staining drinks (or keep using straws).
Can I do it at home cheaper?
Some take-home kits work, but a dentist will calibrate concentration and tray-fit. The chairside option is faster and more uniform.
Find a whitening clinic in Nigeria.
Filter by city, price band, HMO, and same-day availability. Every result is verified by MDCN.