Price guide · 치아미백
How Much Does Teeth Whitening Cost in Apgujeong and Gangnam?
In-office whitening packages cost about 200,000 to 500,000 KRW, home tray whitening 150,000 to 300,000 KRW, and combined office plus home 400,000 to 700,000 KRW.
Price snapshot
- Treatment: Teeth Whitening
- Korean name: 치아미백
- Options compared: 5
- VAT: Usually included in quoted cosmetic prices; ask
- Checked: October 2026
Teeth Whitening prices by option
| Option | Typical KRW | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| In-office whitening, 1 to 3 visit package | ₩200,000–₩500,000 | Representative price 400,000 KRW |
| Home whitening with custom trays | ₩150,000–₩300,000 | |
| Dual whitening (office plus home) | ₩400,000–₩700,000 | |
| Dual whitening, Gangnam/Seocho estimate | ₩480,000–₩840,000 | With a 1.2x regional factor |
| Whitening after braces | ₩150,000–₩300,000 | Often offered at the end of orthodontic treatment |
At 1 USD = 1,325.06 KRW (YCharts reference rate for 23 October 2026, checked 28 October 2026), an in-office package at 200,000 to 500,000 KRW is about US$151 to US$377.
What changes the price
- Number of in-office sessions
- Light-activated system used
- Whether custom trays are made
- Scaling needed first
- Clinic location
What a quote usually includes
- Gum protection, bleaching gel and shade check in office packages
- Trays and gel in home kits
Costs people forget
- 10% VAT, as whitening is classed as cosmetic dentistry; the foreigner VAT refund ended at the end of 2025
- Scaling before whitening
- Desensitising gel for sensitive teeth
- Extra gel refills
How to avoid overpaying
- Short trip: book in-office sessions; home trays need 1 to 2 weeks of daily use
- Have scaling first so the gel reaches clean enamel
- Existing crowns and veneers do not whiten, so budget for matching them if needed
Sources
- Glasswallet: teeth whitening cost (HIRA non-covered data, 2026)(checked 2026-10)
- Glasswallet: orthodontic cost calculator 2026(checked 2026-10)
Last reviewed October 2026. Prices change often; confirm with the clinic before booking. General information only, not medical advice. A doctor confirms what suits you at consultation.
Teeth Whitening cost questions
How many in-office sessions does a whitening package include?
Packages usually cover 1 to 3 visits and cost 200,000 to 500,000 KRW in total.
Is take-home whitening cheaper?
Yes. Custom trays and gel run about 150,000 to 300,000 KRW, but results take 1 to 2 weeks of daily use.
Is combined office and home whitening worth the extra cost?
Dual packages at 400,000 to 700,000 KRW give a stronger, longer-lasting result than either method alone.
How much more does whitening cost in Gangnam?
One 2026 estimate applies about a 1.2x factor for Gangnam, putting dual whitening at 480,000 to 840,000 KRW.
Will whitening change my crowns or veneers?
No. Bleaching only lightens natural enamel, so budget for replacing restorations if they will not match.
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