Tooth Whitening
Teeth whitening is a simple, non-destructive treatment used to change the natural color of your teeth and is an ideal way to enhance the beauty of your smile. If you are happy with the shape and alignment of your teeth and your teeth are healthy, teeth whitening is the ideal aesthetic treatment for you.
Teeth whitening treatments can be done in several different ways. The 3 most popular are in-clinic whitening, at-home whitening and finally a combination of the two.
In-clinic whitening consists of 40-minute sessions where the whitening product is applied directly by the dentist.
Home whitening, on the other hand, involves 1-2 weeks of home application with whitening products placed in transparent trays specially produced for you after your physician takes measurements.
In some cases that your dentist deems appropriate, whitening that starts in the clinic continues with home whitening.
You should consult your dentist to find the one that suits you among these methods. Since teeth whitening will only change the color of natural teeth, veneers and fillings should be carefully examined and detected, and if necessary, renewed after the whitening process.
When you have decided on teeth whitening, how will the process proceed?
Although teeth whitening is a simple painless treatment, a thorough dental examination is essential before starting this procedure. Identifying and treating active caries, cracks and worn teeth prevents bleaching products from damaging the teeth.
If necessary, scaling is then performed to remove stones and stains on the teeth.
Photographs are taken to determine the initial color of your teeth.
The clinical application is completed in 2 visits in sessions of 40 minutes each time. In home whitening, impressions are taken at the first appointment and the trays and whitening agent are delivered at the second appointment. Once the product is delivered, your dentist will call you for an examination.
Teeth whitening is not permanent. However, you can maintain the whitening effect for many years by brushing your teeth regularly and having your tartar removed every 6 months. There is no harm in renewing the teeth whitening application when needed.
