Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening /bleaching is a process of lightening the color of human teeth. It is often desirable when teeth become yellowed overtime for number of reasons and can be achieved by changing intrinsic and extrinsic stains of enamel.
Types of whitening:-
- Home – Teeth whitening at home with a professional, custom whitening kit is just as effective house whitening option. The only difference between a home teeth whitening kit and laser teeth whitening is that you’re applying the product a little bit each day instead of applying it all at once. Whitening at home makes it simple to adapt your teeth whitening kit to your specific needs.
- Office – Zoom teeth whitening is the most requested whitening procedure by patients because it is proven to be safe, effective, and conveniently fast and is performed only by professional dentists. This gentle yet powerful teeth whitening procedure uses a blue LED light-activated gel. Zoom Teeth Whitening is clinically proven to whiten your teeth up to 8 shades brighter.
Indications
- Intrinsic tooth staining
- Aesthetics
- Dental Fluorosis
- Internal bleaching after endodontic procedure
- Tetracycline stains.
Contraindications:
Sensitive teeth.
Enamel defects
Cracks /exposed dentine
Periodontal diseases
Children under 16 yrs.
Pregnant/lactating mothers.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the procedure take?
Procedure generally takes around 1.5 to 2 hours.
How long will the whitening last?
When done by a professional, it can last 2-3 years. Over-the-counter home whitening products may only last a few months.
Does it damage the tooth?
No, while there may be some side effects but whitening is completely safe on tooth enamel.