Teeth Whitening: Procedure, Types, Options, Cost
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What Is Teeth Whitening?
Whitening your teeth is a simple process that can make you look younger, more confident, and more content. It’s also an easy solution for anyone who wants to improve their smile without having to undergo invasive treatment or expensive procedures.
When you whiten your teeth, you’re removing surface stains caused by food, beverages, tobacco products, medications and other factors.
This makes the color of your teeth brighter and whiter!
Whitening will help you look younger because it improves the appearance of your smile. You’ll feel more confident about yourself and the way you look when your pearly whites are whiter than ever before!
If you want to learn more about whitening your teeth today—or if you’d like to schedule an appointment—please don’t hesitate to contact us at Every Smile Dentistry.
We’re here 24/7 so we can help answer any questions or concerns that come up during this exciting time!
Reasons Why You May Need Professional Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening is a common procedure that has been around for decades. While we all want to be able to have pearly white teeth, there are many other reasons why one may need professional teeth whitening.
Here are just a few of the reasons why you may need to have your teeth professionally whitened:
- Tooth sensitivity – Tooth sensitivity is a common problem that can be caused by several things including bacteria build up, deep scratches in tooth enamel and excessive fluoride exposure. If you have any of these problems and are experiencing pain when eating or drinking hot or cold foods, it could be caused by tooth sensitivity.
- Cosmetic appearance – If you’re looking for a cosmetic improvement but don’t want to go under the knife, then having your teeth professionally whitened may be right for you. It’s also not uncommon for people who have had braces to want their teeth to match again after they’ve been removed.|
- Tooth discolouration – Having tooth discolouration can make it difficult for people to smile comfortably or even eat certain foods without feeling self-conscious about their appearance. Those with yellowing teeth often feel embarrassed when they talk with others or even laugh loudly because it draws attention
Different Types Of Teeth Stains
Teeth stains are a problem for many people. The enamel on your teeth is what gives them their natural white colour, but it can become discoloured over time by things like coffee, tea, and tobacco use.
Dentists deal with many different kinds of stains when whitening one’s teeth. Some of the most common include:
- Tartar buildup: This is a yellowish material that develops on the surface of your teeth near the gum line. It’s caused by plaque that builds up on your teeth and hardens into tartar over time.
- Yellowing from ageing: This is a natural phenomenon that happens as we age, where our teeth start to look darker than they used to be due to years of wear and tear on their surface.
- Staining from drinking coffee or tea: These beverages contain tannins that can stain your teeth if you drink them frequently enough over time—even just once in a while!
- Discolouration from smoking cigarettes or chewing tobacco: Both of these habits have been linked to yellowing of the teeth through their high levels of nicotine content (which contains tar), which causes staining over time as well).
Teeth Whitening Options
Professional teeth whitening is a great way to get that gorgeous smile you’ve always wanted.
If you’re thinking about getting professional teeth-whitening treatment, there are several options. The first thing to know is that there are two different techniques used for whitening: laser and LED.
Laser whitening uses lights that emit energy to break down stains on the surface of your teeth.
The laser light causes sensations that feel hot or cold, but they are actually at room temperature.
Laser treatments can take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour depending on how many teeth need whitening and how heavily stained they are.
LED treatments use light-emitting diodes (LEDs) that emit blue light to stimulate oxygen production in teeth, which helps remove stains.
LED treatments take less time because only the front portion of each tooth needs to be treated with blue light, rather than the entire tooth with a laser device.?
There are also two types of peroxide gels:
a. carbamide peroxide
b. hydrogen peroxide
Carbamide peroxide is approved for use in over-the-counter products such as toothpaste and mouthwash; however, it does not possess the same strength as hydrogen peroxide when it comes to giving you a bright clean smile.
Teeth Whitening Before and After
How To Maintain Whiter Teeth At Home
Teeth whitening is a painless process that can be done either at our dental practice or in the comfort of your own home.
Whitening your teeth at home is easy! Here’s how:
- Brush your teeth twice a day with a toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste.
- Floss once a day to remove plaque from between your teeth.
- Use a mouthwash three times a day to kill bacteria that causes bad breath and gum disease, and to freshen your breath after eating or drinking anything sugary or acidic.
- Rinse with water after you brush, floss, and use mouthwash to rinse away any leftover toothpaste or food particles that could stain your teeth.
How much is teeth whitening South Africa?
Teeth whitening in South Africa can cost anywhere from R2,000 to R10,000 depending on a few factors.
The most important factor is the type of whitening you’re getting. There are two main types: in-office and take-home.
In-office is more expensive, but it’s also more effective and likely to last longer.
Take-home whitening kits are cheaper, but they aren’t as effective or long-lasting.
Another factor that influences how much teeth whitening costs in South Africa is your dentist or clinic’s location.
If they’re located in a major city, their prices will be higher than if they were located in a smaller town or suburb.
As with many other cosmetic procedures, price also depends on whether or not you have insurance coverage for it—what kind of coverage you have; whether or not it covers the cost of your treatment; etc.—and whether or not you can afford to pay out-of-pocket for any portion of your procedure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How long does tooth whitening take?
Most of the time, our quick, in-office whitening treatments just take an hour! In our welcoming office, you can unwind while watching TV or using our free internet to submit films and pictures of your teeth-whitening experience.
We’ll be there to bring you anything you need, of course! Once every few months or up to several times each week until the desired result is obtained, at-home whitening trays can be utilized.
After an in-office procedure, at-home trays are excellent for preserving shade because they offer a more gradual transition. Results differ from person to person and depend on the type and intensity of staining.
Does bleaching your teeth hurt?
Sensitivity to the teeth and gums might result in teeth whitening. While some individuals may only need to reduce the bleaching’s intensity and duration to minimize sensitivity, other patients may need to.
Consult your dentist about strategies to reduce sensitivity, and always have a qualified professional do the treatment.
Your dentist might propose using a particular toothpaste both before and after the operation, as well as only recommending specific kinds of whitening.
In most cases, taking an over-the-counter pain killer can help to lessen the symptoms if you do feel sensitivity after treatment.
Do I need to take any additional precautions before my teeth whitening appointment?
There is nothing particular you need to do before whitening, but clean, healthy teeth free of plaque and tartar are ideal for the procedure.
Please make a visit about two weeks before the whitening to pick up a specific toothpaste if you are aware that you have sensitive teeth.
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