TEETH WHITENING
Whitening is a method to remove disturbing stains and desaturations on teeth. Teeth whitening is a quite popular cosmetic application for it is highly effective making your teeth and smile great.
- Tooth bleaching
- Dental bleaching
- Brighter smile
- Cosmetic dentistry
What is its purpose?
Outer tooth layer is called “enamel”. Reflection and light scattered off enamel surface are the key components of your natural tooth color; dentin color also contributes to this mix. Enamel structure, thickness and smothness are all affected by your genes. While thin enamel provides more color to be displayed through dentin, smooth or rough enamel also have structural characteristics regarding light reflection hence the color.
A thin coating called “pellicle” is daily formed on our enamel that contains stain. Pores are like pellices in this case which keeps stain particles.
Usual factors lead to yellow teeth and/or stains
- Tobacco usage, consuming dark-colored beverages such as coffee, tea etc. would undoubtedly lead to mentioned problems.
- Poor dental care
- As we age up, our teeth become less bright since enamel is now thin and dentin is darker.
- Intrinsic stains, on the other hand, are stains that are situated in the inner side of tooth. These stains could happen because of too much exposure to fluoride in our childhood days when our teeth first start to develop. Antibiotics containing tetracycline may cause the same problem.
Considering all mentioned above, it would be correct to say that whitening process is best fit for extrinsic surfaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are still thinking about Teeth Whitening in Turkey, you can always check out the common queries about our service and support.
Teeth whitening is safe for healthy teeth and it does not damage the enamel. The in-office whitening gel’s active ingredient is hydrogen peroxide which breaks down into oxygen that removes the stain and makes your teeth whiter while leaving your tooth structure unchanged.
The entire in-office teeth whitening treatment can take up to 40 minutes. We will do necessary preparations for gum protection, followed by the application of the whitening gel. A special light/lamp may or may not be used. Most of our patients watch Netflix or listen music while they’re getting their teeth whitened, others even fall asleep throughout their treatment.
Results can last at varying lengths depending on your lifestyle and oral hygiene, but in general, they can last for up to a year. Top up treatments every 3-6 months (or as prescribed by your clinician) will help maintain a beautiful sheen, especially if you smoke or drink coffee or tea.
Caring for newly whitened teeth is easy! Maintain proper oral hygiene – brush your teeth twice a day and floss once daily using a fluoride toothpaste. Get your teeth cleaned every 6 months or as recommended by your dentist or hygienist. To maintain the white color of your teeth, avoid acidic and dark-colored foods and beverages like tea, coffee, red wine, sports drinks, carbonated drinks and sauces like tomato, soy and curry.
