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Bleaching
Bleaching; It is the process of removing the yellowing and staining caused by various reasons in the porous enamel structure on the tooth surface by means of tooth whitening agents applied to the surface of the teeth.
Teeth whitening methods are divided into two types as office type, that is, dental whitening and home tooth whitening in clinical setting.
In both techniques, first of all, the natural color of the teeth of the person is determined and the treatment method is determined.
Office Type Bleaching; Also known as laser tooth whitening. It is done in clinical setting. Special light sources such as UV light or laser light that activate the whitening gel and gel are used. It is a fast, reliable and effective whitening method that can open the tooth color in 3-4 tons in a short time. One or more sessions can be done according to the tooth structure of the person.
Single tooth bleaching (Intracoronal bleaching) is also a process of teeth whitening applied in the clinical setting.
Home Bleaching; It is the whitening process made by placing gels on the plaques prepared according to the size of the teeth. Person; Applies gels to the plates prepared in the clinic within the time and amount recommended by the physician. Depending on the frequency of application, 1-2 weeks results are obtained.
Depending on the structure of the tooth, two treatments can be applied in combination.
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- What is single tooth bleaching (intracoronal bleaching), how is it done?
- Who can get Bleaching?
- How long does it take with Bleaching?
- Who cannot have Bleaching?
- Is Bleaching harmful?
- Are the bleaching results permanent?
- Can commercially available tooth whitening kits be used?
- What should be considered after bleaching?
- What are the problems that may occur after bleaching?
What is single tooth bleaching (intracoronal bleaching), how is it done?
Single tooth whitening process; Also called internal bleaching.
Single tooth whitening process; Also called internal bleaching. Applied in clinical setting. It is made for whitening the dark color formed in the tooth after root canal treatment. Remove the filler from the tooth. Whitening gel is applied to the opened space. The tooth is then firmly closed with a temporary filling. The sessions are repeated until the desired color is reached.
Who can get Bleaching?
It is determined by examination that there is not any tooth and gum disease that prevents the teeth whitening process,
- It is determined by examination that there is not any tooth and gum disease that prevents the teeth whitening process,
- Having advanced caries or gum disease in the mouth but completing the treatment after examination,
- Completing the development of growth,
- Non-pregnant and breastfeeding
People can have teeth whitening (Bleaching).
How long does it take with Bleaching?
Office bleaching process (Power Bleaching) performed in clinical setting;
Office bleaching process (Power Bleaching) performed in clinical setting; The application lasts from 30 minutes to 1 hour. A few days after bleaching, the color of the teeth becomes final.
Home Bleaching; With the gels placed on the plates formed by the measurement taken in the office, results are obtained within 1-2 weeks depending on the frequency of application and the type of gel.
Who cannot have Bleaching?
Patients with severe gingival recessions,
- Patients with severe gingival recessions,
- pregnant and nursing women,
- orthodontic treatment
- those with heavy tooth enamel losses,
- pulp chamber
- people who have not completed oral development during childhood and adolescence,
- people with peroxide allergy
whitening process.
Is Bleaching harmful?
If dental solutions used for tooth whitening...
If dental solutions used for tooth whitening are used in the correct procedure and under the supervision of a physician, there is no harm or side effect.
Are the bleaching results permanent?
The white color gained after treatment is maintained for an average of 6 months-2 years depending on the tooth structure of the person.
The white color gained after treatment is maintained for an average of 6 months-2 years depending on the tooth structure of the person. This period is extended if the use of tooth staining products such as cigarettes, coffee, tea is reduced. In order to preserve the obtained white color, the whitening process carried out in accordance with the supervision and approval of the dentist at home every 3 months or 6 months increases the permanence of the white color.
Can commercially available tooth whitening kits be used?
Tooth whitening (Bleaching) before the teeth should be examined.
Tooth whitening (Bleaching) before the teeth should be examined. If there is any leakage filling in the teeth, it should be closed, if there is a caries in the mouth, it should be treated and then teeth whitening should be applied. The application of the kits without medical supervision may cause permanent sensitization to the teeth and gums.
What should be considered after bleaching?
Materials that stain teeth for at least two weeks should be avoided during and after bleaching.
- Materials that stain teeth for at least two weeks should be avoided during and after bleaching.
- Other treatments, such as filling and coating, should not be applied to the teeth that have been bleached for 1.5-2 weeks after the treatment.
- During home treatment, the recommended procedure should be followed with precision.
- In the long run; tea, coffee, cigarettes, red wine consumption, such as tooth-dyed food consumption should be reduced and the teeth should be brushed regularly.
What are the problems that may occur after bleaching?
Drugs used for whitening may create hot-cold sensitivity to the teeth during treatment. This sensitivity is generally expected to pass within 1-2 weeks after the end of treatment.
- Drugs used for whitening may create hot-cold sensitivity to the teeth during treatment. This sensitivity is generally expected to pass within 1-2 weeks after the end of treatment.
- When the whitening drug comes into contact with the gums, temporary complaints such as discoloration or burning of the gums may occur, usually within 2 weeks.
- In home treatments, applying the whitening gel for longer than the recommended time may cause abrasions of tooth enamel, so sensitivities may occur. Therefore, time and amount of gel should be taken into consideration when using gel.