Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is the process that aims to make natural teeth appear more brighter , shiner and whiter. This process involves bleaching your teeth to make them lighter.. People with stained or yellow teeth, discoloured teeth need this treatment. Even though many teeth whitening products are available in the market, they are not very effective when compared to teeth whitening treatment.

It is very important for each and every person to maintain a hygienic oral health including appearance of their teeth. It reflects your personality to the world.

What are the causes  of teeth discoloration ?

▪Age factor

▪Genetic predisposition

▪Certain medications

Due to  smoking,  drinking coffee and soda etc.

By whom and how it should be done?

A dentist will check upon the patient and suggests what type of treatment is to be done. This treatment should be carried out by a professional dentist . Registered dental therapists and dental hygienist can carry out this procedure on the prescription of dentist.

There are various methods of teeth whitening available. One must choose a  specific method  which suits their concern .

1 . In – office Laser whitening:

This is the most popular method of teeth whitening as this is effective way
to achieve a brighter smile. Lasers and peroxide based whitening agents are used by the professionals which provides lasting results.

2 . Teeth whitening trays:

Teeth whitening trays are provided by the dentist or over the counter . These trays are filled with peroxide based whitening gel . The only disadvantage is that you cannot drink while whitening.

3.Teeth whitening toothpastes or rinses:

Swapping your regular toothpastes with these teeth whitening toothpastes and rinses will help you to remove stains from the surface of the teeth effectively. This method is suitable for mild stains on the surface area .

Are these whitening treatments safe?

Laser teeth whitening are completely safe . They don’t damage your teeth as they have a hard tissue called enamel. If you desire to maintain whiter teeth for a longer period than you must be mindful of what you are consuming. Some foods and drinks like tea, coffee,   berries , Soft drinks, artificial food colors,  redwine ate to be consumed less .

The results of laser whitening method are long lasting compared to whitening toothpastes and whitening  strips because in this method gel is penetrated below the teeth surface.

  Benefits: 

▪It is a non invasive procedure .

▪Fastest way to achieve white and bright teeth.

▪Removes deep stains and discolouration .

Teeth whitening not only gives you whiter and brighter teeth but also boost your confidence. It makes you feel strong and self confident in social interactions.