Contents :
What is tooth whitening
Why your teeth are turning black/yellow
Difference between cleaning (scaling) & tooth whitening :
How to do tooth whitening?
How long the results will last?
Is it really permanent?
Side effects
When we should avoid it?
What is Tooth whitening :
Tooth whitening is one of the most requested cosmetic dental procedures by people.
Tooth whitening refers to the lightening of the color of the tooth through the application of a chemical agent
Why your teeth are turning black /yellow :
most common causes are,
Tobacco usage ,
Coffee / Tea stains ,
Poor oral hygiene ,
Aging ,
Fluorosis ,
Genetic diseases, ( eg: amelogenesis imperfecta )
Medications, (eg: tetracycline, iron tablets )
Pulp necrosis, (due to tooth decay / trauma)
Dental filling material stains.
Difference between cleaning (scaling) & tooth whitening :
Scaling is the removal of debris and deposits on the surface of the tooth, we can remove some extrinsic stains through scaling.
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Tooth whitening is removing the pigment from the tooth with the help of a chemical agent.
How to do tooth whitening?
1. In-office tooth whitening: This is the safest procedure of all.
2. At-home bleaching: In this method, your dentist will fabricate a customized bleaching tray, in which a bleaching agent is applied to the tray and you have to keep it for 3-4 hours.
3. Whitening strips, gels, tooth pastes, chewing gums - these are the easily available options, but they may cause gum irritation, so please consult a dentist before using them.
Is it really permanent?
No, regardless of any method, the results are only temporary. The results may last up to 6 months.
Side effects :
Tooth sensitivity
Irritation to the gums
When we should avoid it?
Exposed tooth root surface
Pregnancy
Lactation
Decayed tooth
Tooth with artificial crown
