Teeth Whitening

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Teeth whitening procedures are procedures that have the effect of removing tooth stains and making teeth look whiter. These operations can be performed with different techniques.

Teeth whitening can be done using various techniques. Thanks to these techniques, a white smile appearance can be achieved. While some of these methods are applied at home, others should be applied with the interventions of the dentist in a clinical environment. Clinical teeth whitening is a much safer and more effective procedure than home teeth whitening. Therefore, the safest, fastest and most effective way to whiten teeth is to have a clinical whitening procedure by agreeing with an expert dentist. It may be useful for you to have information about this process while having teeth whitening.

What are Teeth Whitening Methods?

Office Type Teeth Whitening

This method, also known as clinical teeth whitening, is one of the most effective methods. This procedure is applied by a dentist. In office-type teeth whitening, the whitening gel is used in combination with laser or UV rays. Laser and UV rays help the teeth to become white by activating the whitening gel. Office-type teeth whitening procedures are usually performed in several one-hour sessions. This method is ideal for individuals to act together with specialists in the field for teeth whitening and to achieve results quickly.

Home Teeth Whitening

Home teeth whitening may appeal to individuals looking for a more economical method to whiten their teeth. In this method, the teeth whitening gel included in the teeth whitening kit purchased with the dentist’s recommendation is used together with the trays. The trays and whitening gel should be used for at least 5 – 6 hours a day.

This process usually takes 9 – 10 days. Although home teeth whitening is more economical than office teeth whitening, it does not have large-scale and lasting effects.

Combination Teeth Whitening

Among the teeth whitening methods, the best method that helps to get effective and fast results is combined teeth whitening. This process is realized both with the interventions of the dentist and the application that the patient will do at home. In combined teeth whitening, office and home teeth whitening procedures are applied together. Combined teeth whitening is an ideal method for individuals whose teeth are very yellow and who want to have white teeth as soon as possible. In the combined teeth whitening process, this method is very safe as even the applications made at home are carried out with the recommendations and controls of the dentist.

Single Tooth Whitening

Single tooth whitening, also known as internal whitening, can be applied to one or several teeth. This method is usually used for teeth yellowing that occurs after dental treatments such as root canal treatment.

In single teeth whitening, the teeth are whitened with a whitening gel applied to the inside of the tooth filling. Single tooth whitening is a procedure that is usually completed in 3 – 4 sessions.

Can Teeth Whitening Be Performed at Home?

Teeth whitening is a procedure that can be done at home. However, some sources on the internet say that teeth whitening can be done at home with ingredients such as lemon and baking soda. Materials such as lemon and baking soda can damage tooth enamel. Although teeth whitening with these materials seems to give results in the short term, it jeopardizes dental health in the long term. Therefore, in order to whiten teeth at home, it is necessary to take into account the recommendations of dentists, not information that has no medical basis. You can use home whitening kits to whiten your teeth at home. The whitening gel in these kits can help whiten your teeth without damaging them. In addition, you should know that you should not use the whitening gel in the home whitening kit more or less than your doctor’s recommendations.

Is Teeth Whitening Permanent?

Teeth whitening is not a permanent procedure. The snow-white tooth appearance obtained after teeth whitening will disappear after a while and the tooth will return to its old color. Therefore, you should not believe the employees of the health institution claiming to perform permanent teeth whitening. However, teeth whitening can be made permanent for a longer period of time by paying attention to some things. You can consider these suggestions to ensure that the teeth whitening process is permanent:

Stop Smoking

Cigarette smoke is one of the factors that jeopardize dental health and cause yellowing of the teeth. Therefore, you should quit smoking after having a procedure such as teeth whitening, where your teeth will be white. Smoking can cause the white teeth appearance after teeth whitening to disappear in a very short time and the teeth to yellow more after returning to their normal color.

Brush Your Teeth Regularly

Regular brushing of the teeth affects the formation of tartar. Tartar, or dental plaque, has a color between yellow and white. Therefore, tartar and plaque formation can cause teeth to appear yellow. Brushing your teeth regularly twice a day after teeth whitening can prevent plaque formation and ensure that the white appearance lasts longer.

Use Materials such as Dental Floss

Although many people think that materials such as floss are unnecessary and even harmful to dental health, this is not the case. Materials such as dental floss help to clean the teeth thoroughly. Clean teeth also prevent the occurrence of cavities or tooth staining. Therefore, you can extend the permanence of the teeth whitening process by using functional materials such as dental floss after the teeth whitening process.

Reduce Coffee and Tea Consumption

Coffee and tea consumption is one of the main reasons why many individuals experience problems such as tooth yellowing or tooth staining.

In particular, too much and frequent consumption of tea or coffee can prevent the color of the teeth from becoming white. Therefore, if you want the results of the procedure to last longer after teeth whitening, you should reduce coffee and tea consumption.

Choose the Right Dental Care Products

There are many dental care products and each product may have different ingredients. Some of these products may prevent teeth whitening due to factors such as not containing fluoride or damaging the tooth enamel. Especially if you are someone who cares about dental health, but if you complain that your teeth are not white or that your teeth do not stay white for a long time despite having a teeth whitening procedure, the main cause of the problem may be dental care products with the wrong ingredients. You can consult your dentist when choosing between dental care products. Your dentist will recommend suitable dental care products, taking into account your previous dental treatments and your wishes.

Go for Regular Dental Check-ups

Many people do not visit the dentist unless they have serious symptoms. In fact, it is essential to be examined by a dentist on a regular basis, and not only in case of unpleasant symptoms. A dental check-up can even detect a dental disease that is not yet showing symptoms. This can prevent a problem that could jeopardize the results of teeth whitening. In addition, going for a dental check-up is important not only for keeping teeth white but also for general oral and dental health.

Can I Eat After Teeth Whitening?

You can eat after teeth whitening. However, there are some things to be considered in this regard. It may be beneficial to wait at least a few hours to eat afterteeth whitening. In addition, what you eat after teeth whitening should be light-colored and low-acid foods. Thanks to these foods, you can eat after the teeth whitening process without facing complications or tooth yellowing problems.

How Much Does Teeth Whitening Cost?

Teeth whitening price is determined by various factors. The factor that most affects the price of teeth whitening is the technique to be used for the procedure. Teeth whitening procedures performed with special techniques in a clinical environment are more effective than teeth whitening procedures performed at home, so they are more expensive.

In addition, if the teeth whitening procedure will be performed in a clinical environment, the facilities of the clinic and the experience of the dentist also affect the price. Another factor affecting the price of teeth whitening is the materials. Especially in home teeth whitening procedures, the choice of materials greatly affects the cost.

Frequently asked questions

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Is Instant Teeth Whitening Possible?

A visible whitening can occur immediately after some teeth whitening procedures. However, in order to have an instantly noticeable whitening of the teeth, this process must be performed by a dentist who is an expert in the field, along with things that increase the effect of the whitening gel, such as UV and laser rays. In addition, it is not possible to get immediate results from home teeth whitening procedures. Home teeth whitening procedures show their effects as a result of long-term application.

Is Teeth Whitening Harmful?

Teeth whitening is not a harmful procedure if performed under the control of a specialist dentist. This applies to both clinical and home teeth whitening. In addition, in order not to be damaged as a result of teeth whitening, it is necessary to pay attention to the rules to be followed before and after the procedure. Otherwise, the wrong behaviors exhibited before and after the procedure can lead to negative consequences that will have long-term effects such as damage to the tooth enamel.

How Long Does Teeth Whitening Last?

It is not possible to give a clear time for the life of the white appearance after teeth whitening. The factor that most affects the white appearance after teeth whitening is the conditions under which the procedure is performed. A teeth whitening procedure performed under the right conditions can maintain its effect even for long periods such as 2 – 3 years. In addition, paying attention to dental health after the procedure is also very important for the white appearance obtained as a result of teeth whitening to be longer lasting.

Who Cannot Have Teeth Whitening?

Teeth whitening procedures cannot be applied to some individuals regardless of the method. In particular, teeth whitening cannot be applied to pregnant women and children under the age of 15. Teeth whitening applied to pregnant women can even cause tooth loss due to tooth sensitivity that occurs during pregnancy. In addition, teeth whitening is not recommended for individuals who will consume cigarettes, tea and coffee in the first 10 days after teeth whitening, as it is not possible to get results from the procedure.

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