Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is a highly preferred method applied to remove unwanted stains and discolorations on teeth over time and to brighten the color of the teeth.

How Many Types of Teeth Whitening Methods Are There?

• Home Teeth Whitening
• Office Teeth Whitening (Whitening in a clinical setting)
• Single Tooth Whitening (Internal whitening of teeth that have undergone root canal treatment)

Which Type of Teeth Whitening is Suitable for Me?

To decide this, it is necessary to determine your expectations and the cause of the tooth discoloration. If the discoloration is due to a previous root canal treatment causing the tooth to become non-vital, single tooth (intraoral) whitening can be done. However, if the discoloration is due to the consumption of tea, coffee, and cigarettes, office whitening can be preferred, or our doctor may prefer a combined treatment with home whitening. To decide on the most suitable treatment method for you, you should definitely be examined by our doctor.

Why Do Teeth Stain?

Stains and discolorations on teeth over time are related to a person's habits and lifestyle. Over time, teeth absorb the color pigments from these habits, and color changes are observed in the teeth. The color pigments settle in the hard tissues of the teeth (enamel and dentin) and gradually change the natural color of the teeth, causing them to yellow or darken. These habits can be listed as follows:

• Foods
• Certain beverages like coffee
• Mouthwashes that stain teeth
• Medications
• Smoking

When is Teeth Whitening Necessary?

Discoloration or dark tooth color can sometimes make patients unhappy in social life. The natural and bright color of teeth, along with healthy gums, contributes to an "aesthetic smile." When you want to achieve a whiter smile without damaging your teeth, you can have teeth whitening done in our clinic under the supervision of an expert doctor.

How is Teeth Whitening Done?

Your dental and gum health is checked. Before teeth whitening, the gums are covered with a special gum barrier to prevent sensitivity. A special whitening agent containing hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is applied to the teeth. The activation of the whitening agent is ensured with a laser. It is left for an average of 30 minutes and then the whitening agent is cleaned off the teeth.

How Much Whiter Will My Teeth Get?

The degree of whitening achieved depends on the individual's tooth structure. After a single session of teeth whitening, teeth are typically whitened by 2 to 4 shades.

How Long Will My Teeth Stay White?

How long the whitened teeth will stay white is a personal matter. This duration varies according to the individual's eating, drinking, and social habits. Smoking and frequently consuming staining beverages like coffee are the most important factors that shorten this period. Oral hygiene also plays an important role in managing this duration. Regular and careful brushing and flossing are important factors that extend this period. Depending on the factors mentioned earlier, it can be said that teeth will return to their original color in 3 months to 1 year.

Is Laser Teeth Whitening Harmful?

Laser teeth whitening does not harm the teeth as long as it is performed by an expert doctor under the right conditions. The content of the whitening agent used and the application conditions are important in this regard. With the whitening application performed by our expert doctors in our clinic, you can have a white and aesthetic smile without damaging your teeth.

What Should I Do After Laser Teeth Whitening?

After teeth whitening, you should avoid consuming drinks with high staining potential such as cherry juice, wine, tea, coffee, acidic liquids like cola, and tobacco products for 3 days. Minimizing the consumption of these mentioned beverages and smoking during this period will increase the effect and permanence of the whitening process.