Teeth Whitening

A shining smile is a strong attraction that everyone desires. With teeth whitening, a perfect smile is no longer so far away for beauty lovers. So what is teeth whitening? Is it effective and safe? Please follow the article below.

What is teeth whitening?

Because of reasons such as diet, lifestyle, and genetics, your teeth can become discolored, causing loss of aesthetics. Natural methods often take too much time and are not even effective. That's why teeth whitening was born to help you eliminate the troubles of dull teeth.

Teeth whitening is a method that uses light and oxidizing substances to create a reaction between colored molecules in teeth, helping to whiten teeth and remove plaque. This not only helps teeth become brighter, but also reduces the symptoms of bad breath.

Effective teeth whitening methods

1. Whiten your teeth at home by wearing a tray
The doctor will design a suitable set of bleaching trays just for you, made from transparent plastic, safe and not harmful to your gums. This trough helps keep the bleaching agent at the correct concentration and prevents saliva from reducing its effectiveness. The doctor will provide the appropriate concentration of bleaching medication and detailed instructions on how to use the whitening tray as well as how to handle unwanted situations that may occur. This is an effective and cost-saving teeth whitening method.

2. Whitening with laser technology at the dentist
This method brings quick results and is more aesthetically pleasing than wearing an eraser tray. Laser light helps penetrate deeply into the whitening agent molecules, penetrating into the teeth and roots. With just one treatment session lasting about 30-45 minutes at the dental office, you can have naturally bright white teeth immediately. In particular, the effectiveness of this method can be maintained for 2 to 4 years.

Is teeth whitening harmful to teeth?

This is a question that many customers ask when coming to The East Rose Dental Clinic. However, according to the British Dental Association (BDA), there has been research and proven that tooth whitening methods are safe for oral health, do not harm tooth enamel and do not change the structure of teeth as long as the process is done properly.

You need to go to reputable dental clinics that use genuine whitening agents and advanced laser light technology to ensure safety and achieve the best results. Always follow your doctor's instructions and do not arbitrarily use whitening products of unknown origin, as this can affect your tooth enamel and gums.

What conditions must be met for teeth whitening?

• Teeth whitening method is based on reacting with stain molecules in tooth enamel. Therefore, it can only be applied to natural teeth and cannot be performed on porcelain teeth.
• Teeth whitening does not work on teeth that have been sealed or filled. Therefore, before performing the whitening procedure, it is necessary to ensure that the teeth are free of any materials used to treat tooth stains.
• Dental diseases such as gingivitis, tooth decay, or exposed roots can cause unwanted complications when whitening is performed. Therefore, before starting the teeth whitening process, it is necessary to check and treat dental problems.
• People with existing tooth decay should avoid teeth whitening until the problem is resolved, as the teeth whitening process can increase pain and cause further damage to the teeth.

Teeth whitening has opened up hope for a confident, bright smile. If you have any questions about the teeth whitening process, please contact The East Rose Dental Clinic immediately for advice and answers.