What is teeth whitening?
Healthy, white teeth are important for a beautiful smile. Everyone’s teeth have a certain color. Over time they can become darker due to internal and external factors such as tea, coffee, smoking and antibiotic use. Special gels used in teeth whitening (bleaching) can lighten the color of teeth by up to 4-5 shades. You can get your teeth cleaned within 1 hour with laser treatment in our clinic or you can do it with a specially prepared whitening kit at home.
How does Laser Teeth Whitening work?
The technique of laser teeth whitening involves the application of a hydrogen peroxide (H2O2)-based gel to the surface of the teeth. The same gel, when activated by the laser, releases free radicals that penetrate through the tooth enamel and reach the pigmented molecules of the teeth-which are responsible for staining or yellowing of the teeth-shattering them through oxidation-reduction reactions; as a result, the teeth appear whiter and shinier.
TheFood and Drugs Administration (FDA) has approved three types of lamp-lasers used for tooth whitening:
- Diode laser – BIOLASE: the most widely used dental laser whitening. It effectively whitens stained or yellowed teeth and allows better penetration of the whitening substance into the dental tissues
Bio Lase Laser Whitening
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Questions & Answers
Is tooth whitening bad for teeth?
Tooth whitening performed under the supervision of a dentist does not damage the teeth. The gels used are tissue compatible. You can safely undergo teeth whitening under the supervision of a dentist.
How long does teeth whitening last?
This depends on what the patients’ drinking habits are like (colored drinks, tea, coffee, etc.) and whether or not they smoke. The white color after tooth whitening treatments disappears over time. This time is between 1 and 2 years. If you undergo supportive whitening treatment every 6 months, this whiteness will last longer.
What should be considered after teeth whitening treatment?
To increase the permanence of whiteness after bleaching treatment, it is recommended to avoid colored drinks for at least 1 week. Black tea should be consumed as light as possible, and dark drinks such as coffee, cherry juice, red wine, pomegranate juice and turnip juice should be avoided completely. If you are smoking, you should minimize it.
Will there be tooth sensitivity and tingling after teeth whitening?
There may be light sensitivity for the first 12 hours. Your doctor will prescribe a desensitizing gel. A desensitizing toothpaste may also be preferred. If patients with a low pain threshold experience too much sensitivity, they may use painkillers on the first day. The sensation of sensitivity will fade after 12 hours.
Your first visit
Many people who visit Dental Experts Albania have questions about cosmetic problems, including stained and discolored teeth. During your first visit, you will receive a full set of x-rays, a thorough examination, cleaning, and time to talk with your dentist (plan to spend about 90 minutes in our office).
We will review your exam, talk about how you would like to improve the appearance of your teeth, and discuss a treatment plan.
First of all: Prevent
We are of the view that the best cure is prevention; prevention is undoubtedly better than cure. When prevention is no longer possible we try to nip it in the bud.
Timely appointments
Every appointment starts on time, with as little waiting as possible.
Cure with a smile
We know that no one looks forward to going to the dentist. So we do everything we can to make your experience at our office one of a kind. See for yourself!