Bleaching (Teeth Whitening)

Teeth Whitening (Bleaching)

Teeth whitening is divided into two:

1. Physical Whitening
2. Chemical Whitening

Physical Whitening

Physical whitening is the process of cleaning the external discolorations (tea, coffee, cigarettes, etc.) that occur on our teeth with the process called polyture, that is, the discolorations of the brush compatible with the rotary tools used by the dentist, with the help of a paste. This process does not cause any change in the main color of the tooth, only the external discolorations are cleaned.

Chemical Whitening

This whitening process is a whitening process performed on the dentin layer that gives color to the teeth, with gels applied on the teeth. These processes are usually performed with whitening products whose main ingredients are carbamide peroxide and/or hydrogen peroxide.

The chemical whitening process is also divided into two;

Home Whitening 

Home Whitening In this whitening system, the patient's mouth is measured and personalized trays are prepared. These trays and whitening gel are given to the patient and their use is explained, the patient is told that they need to apply this procedure for the desired number of days and a control appointment is set up. At the control appointment, the level of whitening is checked and they are told to continue using the tray and gel if necessary and to end the treatment if not.

Office Type Whitening

Office type whitening: This whitening system is applied by the doctor in a clinical environment. The whitening gel applied to the tooth surface by the doctor is activated by applying the laser system. This whitening system lasts approximately 45 minutes, the doctor changes the whitening gel at certain intervals and allows the whitening gel to work for a longer period of time.

In the past (5-10 years ago), high concentrations of hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide gels were used to whiten teeth quickly, but since this caused high sensitivity in patients, today hydrogen peroxide concentrations are reduced and hydroxyapatite products that repair tooth enamel are used. Thanks to these products, both post-whitening sensitivity in people has decreased and the whitening period has been extended.

Who Cannot Get the Whitening Procedure? 

• We do not recommend whitening for those under the age of 18. According to the relevant literature, whitening is not recommended for those under the age of 18 because the development of the teeth is not complete.
• Those with cracks and fractures in their tooth enamel; Whitening is not recommended as this will create extreme sensitivity in the person. Necessary treatment guidance is made after a physician examination.
• It is not recommended for smokers as the smoker will return in a very short time after the whitening process.

How Long Does Teeth Whitening Last?

It can be used comfortably for 1.5-2 years with regular oral care and check-ups.

How Often Can Teeth Whitening Be Applied?

It is appropriate to do it every 1.5-2 years.

Our patients who apply to the dentist with a smile design request usually have a smile they want to achieve, problems with their teeth that they want to fix. Sometimes the aim is a new image or even a new expression of discovery on their face.
A detailed examination is essential for a good smile design. As our first step, a series of photographs are taken for smile analysis. It is essential to inform our patients about the problems in their teeth and possible treatment alternatives through the photographs.
Many analysis methods and the results to be achieved are specific to the person. Doctors plan the treatment by taking into consideration criteria such as lips, gums, facial features and chin tip and in line with the expectations of our patients.
Then, the planned design is seen on the patient's own teeth. This stage allows both patients and doctors to see what is being done in a common image.