Teeth Whitening

What is Teeth Whitening?

Eyes and teeth are the highest points of attraction in the human body. It is doubtless that everyone would wish they had glazing, white teeth instead of pale & yellow ones. And a smile with such beautiful white teeth would help a self-confident, healthy and attractive appearance.

Almost everyone has white teeth until the end of adolescence, after which some habits such as smoking, tea, coffee etc. consumption, drugs used and brushing, with no doubt, contribute to the deterioration in teeth color.

Our goal, of course with intensive care and hospitality, is to give you a bright, white teeth and a prettier smile with full of self-confidence.

Why is Teeth Whitening needed?

In modern societies, people attach great importance to the appearance of their teeth. Teeth shape and color disorders can cause psychological disturbances.

Thanks to the development of aesthetic and restorative materials in dentistry , many color, shape and position disturbances can be easily solved. 

The bleaching of bleached teeth among them is more economical, easier and effortless compared to other restorative methods.

Most of the Dental Associations around the globe recommend consulting a dentist first if you want to bleach your teeth. A dentist can come up with the best whitening options for you and supervise a treatment plan to avoid complications.

Professional whitening can be done in Istanbul Dental Clinics within one or 2 hours at most. It would be sufficient to obtain surprisingly well results with the new plasma technology as compared to the old and complex methods. 

What is Laser Teeth Whitening?

Laser whitening, also known as power whitening, is a type of teeth whitening system that a dentist can provide. A bleaching product is painted onto your teeth and then a light or laser is shone on them to activate the whitening. Laser whitening takes about an hour.

Let’s focus on the stages of teeth whitening treatment.

Teeth Whitening Procedure Stages

Your teeth will be checked in entirely before dental procedure of teeth whitening. All unhealthy teeth in the whitening area should be treated before the procedure starts. Our experienced dentists would determine the color of your teeth before whitening, by using a color scale. Then, plaque and tartar will be removed from your teeth. The dentist will apply the whitening gel containing between 25% to 40% hydrogen peroxide, and then aiming a special heating lamp at your teeth for three 20-minute intervals, with reapplication of the gel between intervals.  

Our dentist may also use a laser (PLASMA light or laser will be applied to all the teeth visible on your upper and lower jaws for 20 minutes) which accelerates and/or activates the whitening process. A protective barrier is used during the whitening procedure to keep your lips, gums, and tongue away from the whitening gel so it stays in place on your teeth.

This procedure will be repeated for two more times. The results will be compared to the color scale. You then can see the result of our expertise and surprising difference between the former and current color of your teeth.

For optimal results, the dentist will usually give you whitening trays molded for your teeth so you can follow-up at home with bleaching solutions.

What is Laser Whitening?

Laser whitening, also known as power whitening, is a type of teeth whitening system that a dentist can provide. A bleaching product is painted onto your teeth and then a light or laser is shone on them to activate the whitening. Laser whitening takes about an hour.

The Most Effective Method for Teeth Whitening

In order to get the best result within safety, the most effective way for tooth whitening is the procedure performed by a dentist in-office. At our dental clinic in Istanbul, strong agents are being used meanwhile the mouth and gums are being protected. The dentist customizes the concentration of the bleaching agent related to your natural teeth color. Whatismore, a dentist manages any tooth sensitivity or other issues that may arise from treatment. In this estetic treatment, teeth can be whitened up to 10 shades in just one hour.

The second-most beneficial whitening system would be a dentist supervised at-home bleaching product, which uses custom-fitted tooth trays. The bleaching agent usually contains about 10% carbamide peroxide and is used for two weeks, for about eight hours per night.

Do teeth whiteners damage tooth enamel?

Studies of teeth whitening products using 10% carbamide peroxide showed no effect on the hardness or mineral content of a tooth‘s enamel surface.

Do teeth whiteners damage dental restorations?

Over 10 years of clinical use of teeth whitening products containing 10% carbamide peroxide have not shown any damage to existing fillings.

Do teeth whiteners damage a tooth’s nerve?

There’s no evidence that the teeth whitening process has a harmful effect on the health of a tooth’s nerve. One study reported that at both a 4.5- and 7-year follow up, no one who used a teeth whitening system needed a root canal procedure on any teeth that had been whitened.

What causes tooth discoloration and staining?

There are a lot of reasons why teeth are not as white as we would like them to be.

One factor is simply heredity. Everyone’s dentin (the layer of your teeth below the enamel) is a unique color and shade of either yellow or blueish grey. This is very normal and obviously varies from person to person. The thickness of a person’s enamel (based on genetics) affects how much of this natural dentin shows through.

Other factors for discoloration or staining are:

  • Food and beverages, such as wine, coffee, and tea consumption
  • Medication such as tetracycline
  • Tobacco use
  • Trauma to the tooth

The Most Effective Method for Teeth Whitening

The most effective way for tooth whitening is the procedure performed by a dentist in-office.

Here, at Istanbul Dental Clinics, strong agents are being used meanwhile the mouth and gums are being protected.

The dentist customizes the concentration of the bleaching agent related to your natural teeth color. Whatismore, a dentist manages any tooth sensitivity or other issues that may arise from treatment. In this estetic treatment, teeth can be whitened up to 10 shades in just one hour. The second-most beneficial whitening system would be a dentist supervised at-home bleaching product, which uses custom-fitted tooth trays. The bleaching agent usually contains about 10% carbamide peroxide and is used for two weeks, for about eight hours per night.

What are the risks of teeth whitening?

No matter what treatment you use, there’s a chance your gums will be sensitive to the chemicals used in teeth whitening, particularly if you already have sensitive teeth. There’s also a chance of burns to gums and some of the whitening kits used at home can harm tooth enamel.

Teeth whitening is a completely safe procedure when perform under control of a dentist.

How Long Do Whitening Effects Last?

Teeth whitening is not permanent like laminate veneers. People who expose their teeth to foods and beverages that cause staining may see the whiteness start to fade in as little as even in the first month.The degree of whiteness will vary from person to person and case to case depending on the condition of the teeth, the level of staining, and the type of bleaching system used.

Here are some tips to keep your teeth bright:

  • Avoid foods and drinks that stain. Just about anything with acids or tannins can dull your teeth. To keep your smile bright, go easy on white and red wine, sports drinks, carbonated beverages (light and dark), black tea and coffee, berries and other strongly colored foods, as well as sauces such as soy, curry, and tomato.
  • Brush or rinse immediately after having stain-causing beverages or foods.
  • Follow good oral hygiene practices. Brush your teeth at least twice daily, floss at least once daily to remove plaque, and rinse with an antiseptic mouthwash at least once a day to kill bacteria that cause plaque. Use a whitening toothpaste (once or twice a week only) to remove surface stains and prevent yellowing. Use a regular toothpaste the rest of the time.
  • Dig in to produce and calcium-rich foods. When you munch on fruits and veggies, it can help “scrub” your teeth. Think about how clean your feels after eating a crisp apple. High calcium foods such as cheese can aid in keeping your teeth white.
  • Avoid tobacco. Cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and chewing tobacco can yellow your teeth. Kick tobacco, and you’ll have whiter teeth as well as a healthier heart.
  • Get regular cleanings at your dentist’s office. Professional cleanings will remove plaque, which can pick up stains from what you eat and drink. Your dental hygienist can help keep teeth looking and feeling great.
  • Sip through a straw. This will reduce your teeth’s exposure to staining liquids.
  • Consider touch-up treatments. Depending on the whitening method used, you may need a touch-up every 6 months or after a year or two. If you smoke or drink lots of stain-causing beverages, you may need a touch up more often.

Does teeth whitening damage teeth?

Before deciding to have teeth whitening dental treatment, it’s important to understand the reasons behind discoloration or staining. In accordiance with the reason, you and your dentist can choose the whitening treatment and the right color that will provide the best results.

The alternate question would be “does teeth whitening damage the enamel?” The answer is simple; no, teeth whitening doesn’t damage your tooth enamel. The main portion of the tooth, the dentin is the portion of the tooth that’s responsible for your teeth’s color.

Teeth whitening is a completely safe procedure when done under the control of a dentist.

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Can all stains be whitened?

The great news is that, yes, most stains even those caused by medication can be dramatically improved. However, different stains may require different treatment times.

The natural yellow and blue/grey tooth shades will whiten faster than a tooth with added stains from medication, tobacco, and food. Teeth with a natural yellow shade will generally whiten in about 1–2 weeks, whereas teeth with a blue/grey shade can take twice as long.

Teeth that have been stained by tobacco use can generally take 1–3 months to whiten, and teeth that have been stained by medications can take anywhere from 2–6 months, based on how severe the staining is. Non-vital, or dead, teeth will respond to whitening well; however, it is important to talk to your dentist about whitening non-vital teeth, as this should be done before whitening the rest of the teeth in order to avoid a difference in shade.

What type of discoloration can be whitened?

In order to answer this question, there is a need for brief explanation for the types of tooth discoloration. Tooth discoloration can be divided into two main types: intrinsic and extrinsic. Intrinsic tooth discoloration comes from the interior of the tooth or the enamel itself. Extrinsic teeth darkening comes from sources outside the tooth. Teeth whitening tends to be more effective on extrinsic teeth discoloration.

Intrinsic Tooth Discoloration
There are many internal changes in a tooth that can cause intrinsic tooth discoloration. Intrinsic tooth discoloration can result from either chemical or physical changes to the tooth. As we age, our tooth enamel physically wears down, and as it thins the interior structure of the tooth, the dentin, becomes more visible. Dentin can vary in color among individuals, and may give the teeth a yellowy, brown, or grey color.

Extrinsic teeth discoloration

The most common type of extrinsic discoloring is staining which adhere to the tooth surface from some coloring foods and bevarages such as cigarettes, tea, coffee and cola. Mostly it is possible to get rid of these stains after dental cleansing. Different colorings require different treatments. Therefore, it is best for your dentist to decide what type of treatment should be done.

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Laser whitening, also known as power whitening, is a type of teeth whitening system that a dentist can provide. A bleaching product is painted onto your teeth and then a light or laser is shone on them to activate the whitening. Laser whitening takes about an hour.

Studies of teeth whitening products using 10% carbamide peroxide showed no effect on the hardness or mineral content of a tooth’s enamel surface.

Over 10 years of clinical use of teeth whitening products containing 10% carbamide peroxide have not shown any damage to existing fillings.

There’s no evidence that the teeth whitening process has a harmful effect on the health of a tooth’s nerve. One study reported that at both a 4.5- and 7-year follow up, no one who used a teeth whitening system needed a root canal procedure on any teeth that had been whitened.

You may expect a whitening up to 10 tones in a treatment session, which could be even more than the level needed for your family and friends to recognize the difference in you; however, severely stained teeth might need a further second session.

No, controlled whitening procedure under the supervision of an experienced dentist would make your teeth become naturally whitened which would not imply any artificiality at all. This system, incorporating the recently developed PLASMA light and the new gel developed not to create any irritation for teeth and gums, can yield a color lightening up to 10 tones when desired.

Tooth whitening can be performed at any age of adulthood even after 70 years old. Tooth whitening treatment and products remove built-up stains and brighten the enamel.

Any dentist can whiten teeth as long as they’re registered with the General Dental Council in the country he or she operates. Registered dental therapists and dental hygienists can also carry out teeth whitening on the prescription of a dentist.

Teeth whitening isn’t permanent. It varies from person to person and with a good level of oral hygiene, you may keep this whiteness level for a maximum of 2 years.

Aesthetic Services at Istanbul Dental Clinics

Veneers can correct crooked and uneven teeth immediately once you step out of the clinic.

Veneers can correct crooked and uneven teeth immediately once you step out of the clinic.

Professional teeth whitening can be a correct treatment to have a beautiful smile.

The crown or bridge is made of porcelain, the state of the art dental material in the 21st century.

Dental implant surgery is a procedure that replaces tooth roots with titanium, screwlike posts.

We are able to correct the patient’s dental discrepancies and improve facial aesthetics in Istanbul.

If you are not happy with the way your teeth look or work, orthodontic treatment may help.

The degree of whiteness will vary from person to person and case to case depending on the condition of the teeth, the level of staining, and the type of bleaching system used.

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What should I ask the dentist before going ahead?

Don’t be afraid to ask simple questions about the types of whitening treatment available, what results you can expect and how long they are likely to last.

You may also want to ask whether there are any risks involved – for example, increasing the sensitivity of your teeth.

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Conclusion

Thank you for visiting our dental clinic in Istanbul. We offer a variety of smile enhancement services, including teeth whitening and laser teeth whitening. Our team of experienced dentists uses the latest techniques and technologies to ensure that your treatment is safe and effective.

If you’re interested in brightening your smile and boosting your confidence, we invite you to learn more about our teeth whitening Istanbul prices and available treatment options. We also offer customized smile design plans to help you achieve your desired look.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation and start your journey to a brighter, more beautiful smile.

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