I will not discuss teeth whitening (bleaching) methods under this heading. You can access teeth whitening methods under the "Treatments" heading at the top of the page.

 

Teeth whitening is a procedure that must be individually planned and implemented by dentists. The materials used are powerful agents; All kinds of teeth whitening products and techniques advertised and marketed on the internet pose a risk to your health.

 

Materials used in office whitening generally contain 40% hydrogen peroxide and can have a pH value ranging from 3.7 to 11.1. This very strong acidic or basic effect can cause permanent damage to teeth and surrounding soft tissues. The surrounding soft tissues are protected by the physician and the colors of natural teeth can be lightened up to a few shades. Since office whitening is a fast-acting method, which usually takes 2 sessions, it is normal for tooth sensitivity to occur for 2-3 days after the procedure. During this process, the patient is expected to follow the rules, taking into account the doctor's warnings. Excessive processing may cause excessive sensitivity, tooth brittleness and even pulp necrosis.

 

Home whitening is a slower-acting method. Gels containing 10-16% carbamide peroxide and an average pH of 6.48 are used. Gel is applied to certain areas of the plaques specially produced for the patient's mouth structure, as recommended by the physician. Thanks to its neutral pH, the whitening agent left in the mouth overnight does not harm teeth and soft tissues. In this method, the patient's daily use of the plate is important. Since it acts slowly, less sensitivity will occur in the process.

 

The internal whitening method that we apply to devital teeth one by one has a completely different concept, and the damaging error is mostly caused by the physician. Internal resorption or excessive whitening may occur after some stages of the filling to be performed upon root canal treatment and to prevent leakage, or after the application of excessive amounts of agent.

 

In summary; If teeth whitening is applied under the supervision of a physician, with the correct technique and as needed, it will not harm the teeth. As with everything, excessive application will cause undesirable damage...

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