Teeth Whitening For A Healthy Laugh
Our daily habits such as drinking coffee, tea and smoking change the colour of our teeth. That's why many people are not happy with their smile. The results obtained by teeth whitening help people to make peace with his smile.
How many types of teeth whitening methods are there?
There are 5 different methods to whiten teeth.
1- Home Teeth Whitening
2- Clinical Type Teeth Whitening
3- Single Tooth Whitening (Whitening inside the tooth)
4- Combined Teeth Whitening (Home + Clinical Type Whitening)
5- Biological Teeth Whitening (in Clinic)
Which type of teeth whitening method is suitable for me?
If the colour of your teeth is close to white and you want them to lighten a few tones, laser type or home type whitening may be sufficient. However, if your teeth are too dark due to smoking, drinking coffee or tea, the most effective and efficient teeth whitening method may be combined whitening for you ( clinic and at home). In order to be able to decide on which teeth whitening method suits you, you must be examined by a dentist. When you come to our clinic for examination, our physicians will offer you the most appropriate method of teeth whitening.
How is the home type of teeth whitening method applied?
Whitening plates suitable for the person are prepared by taking measurements from the mouth. A certain amount of whitening gel (10-15% carbamide peroxide) is applied to this prepared plate.
How long does the home type of teeth whitening take?
● Plaque is a treatment that lasts an average of 10-15 days, to be used at least 4-6 hours a day.
How much gel should I put in plaque?
● It is important to be careful not to apply the gel too much in the home type of teeth whitening, otherwise, the gel overflowing from the plate will irritate the gums. In such a case, the gums should be washed immediately and a cream containing vitamin E should be applied to the irritated surface and also you must contact a dentist.
What is Clinical type of teeth whitening?
It is a method of teeth whitening applied in a dental clinic. It is a suitable method for patients with time restrictions. Application time is shorter than other methods and has the same effect. Whitening gel applied on the teeth by a dentist is activated with the help of UV light or laser and whitening take an average of 1 hour. Also known as laser teeth whitening method.
What is combined-type whitening?
It is a method of teeth whitening during which both clinical and home types are applied together. The process is supported by home bleaching for 2-3 days after application in a clinic.
What is biological teeth whitening?
It is a whitening method that provides whitening on the teeth while also repairing the tooth enamel and
What is the difference between biological teeth whitening from other whitening methods?
While it is whitening teeth enamel, it also supplements healthy tissue. It provides this with tooth enamel crystals, which we call “nano-hydroxyapatite” in the gel used in biological whitening. In this way, micro-cracks, pores and deteriorations on the teeth surfaces that cannot be seen by the eyes are permanently closed, and there is no sensitivity during and after bleaching.
I have sensitivity in my teeth. Can I still have such whitening operations?
Biological teeth whitening method can be applied to people with sensitive teeth. The substance causing sensitivity in the bleaching process is hydrogen peroxide. The rate of this substance in biological teeth whitening gel is very low and because the gel contains enamel crystals, there is no sensitivity. While there is no sensitivity during and after the procedure, most of the time your current sensitivity may decrease after the procedure.
What are the things I should be aware of after such a procedure?
As in other bleaching methods, especially in the first two weeks after the process in biological bleaching, tea, coffee, wine; acidic liquids such as cola and tobacco products should be avoided. Otherwise, the effect of whitening in the early period may decrease.
What is a single tooth whitening (internal whitening)?
It is a treatment that is applied to the teeth that become coloured after the canal treatment. The filling in the tooth is removed. A whitening gel is applied to the gap opened. Then the tooth is closed tightly with a temporary filling. Sessions are repeated until the desired colour is reached.
Is there any harm to the tooth during the procedure?
Channel filling must be very well insulated. If it is well insulated, there is no harm.
Is there any harm or side effects of teeth whitening?
Apart from damaged teeth (canal treatment), bleaching methods can cause sensitivity even if the teeth are small. This tooth sensitivity; it can because of the weather, very hot and cold foods and beverages. This is a normal and expected side effect. Tooth sensitivity is usually expected to pass within 24-48 hours. When an unexpected situation is encountered, a physician should be consulted.
What are the reasons for teeth colouring?
● Life-long physiological colouration,
● Colouration occurring after amalgam filling,
● Antibiotic use in infancy,
● Colour change coming from the inside of the tooth depending on the canal treatment,
● Colouring the surface of the tooth depending on the use of coffee, tea, tobacco, red wine and mouthwashes for a long time,
● Colouration due to bleeding inside the tooth after the death of living tissue inside the tooth as a result of trauma.
How do the teeth whiten?
Teeth whitening is the process of removing coloured organic and inorganic substances formed in the porous enamel structure on the surface of the teeth with tooth whitening gels (carbamide peroxide).
How long does it take to whiten teeth?
Teeth whitening varies from person to person. Average whitening time is 2-3 weeks. The more yellowing of the teeth than the graying, the more effective the whitening can be. Grayings caused by antibiotic use is more difficult to whiten and may require a longer time to reach the result.
Do I need to clean the whitening plate?
Yes, you should. After the plates are used, they are washed with liquid soap and rinsed well. After making sure that they dry, you should keep them in the box we gave you.
Is the effect of teeth whitening permanent?
The colour starts to disappear over time after bleaching. This period varies depending on the patient's use of coloured liquids (tea, coffee, wine, cola) and smoking. It takes between 6 months to 1 year. If it is supported with 1 or 2 sessions every 4-6 months, tooth whitening is made permanent.
What are the things I need to pay attention to when whitening my teeth?
During the bleaching process, coloured liquids such as tea, coffee, wine, cola and tobacco products should definitely be avoided.
Does whitening harm my teeth?
Whitening under the control of a dentist has no harm to the teeth. Otherwise, we would not do this practice to both ourselves and our loved ones.
What is laser teeth whitening?
Laser teeth whitening method is used to enable activation of the bleaching drug applied to enamel surfaces and to shorten the duration.
