Teeth Whitening in Turkey
Have you noticed that your teeth are somewhat yellow? Want a brighter and more appealing smile? Maybe you want to add sparkle to your smile for your wedding day, improve your appearance for business meetings, or maybe you simply deserve a special treat and a boost of confidence. If you want shining pearly white teeth like those you have seen in dozens of toothpaste commercials, consider getting a professional teeth whitening in Turkey procedure done. Professional teeth whitening in Turkey is a painless and fast aesthetic treatment for a bright and natural smile.
Teeth whitening, also known as “dental bleaching” is the name given to the process performed on the tooth enamel to re-gain its original white color. Teeth whitening in Turkey is one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry treatments.
Would professional teeth whitening suit your needs? Read below to learn more about the entire procedure.
Sure enough, most people rely on drugstore variety teeth whitening products to remove natural yellowing or staining of teeth. These over-the-counter toothpastes, gels, and rinses contain a bleaching agent, typically hydrogen peroxide, in very low concentrations. Unfortunately, these products rarely work. Professional teeth whitening, on the other hand, is near guaranteed to make your teeth whiter in a safe manner without removing any of the tooth surface.
Professional teeth whitening whitens the appearance of your teeth, restores the original shade of white in a very short space of time. Professional teeth whitening provides noticeable change in the colour of your teeth at the end of the procedure. Please keep in mind that laser teeth whitening does not paint the teeth to the colour shade of your choice. And also, tartar cleaning and bleaching are different procedures and they shouldn’t be confused.
You can benefit from a professional teeth whitening in Turkey procedure if your teeth are glaringly or unnaturally discolored yellow. Even a slight yellow tinge that you don’t like can be removed with in-office teeth whitening. Teeth whitening is safe for healthy teeth and it does not damage the enamel. Notwithstanding, if you want the bright-white Hollywood smile, dental veneers or dental crowns may be the other options to consider which we also offer.
Your treatment can be completed in 1 day. The entire in-office teeth whitening treatment can take up to 1-1.5 hours in one session most of the times. However, some of our patients require two 40-minute sessions according to their situation.
Things that can cause your teeth to seriously discolor:
- Bad dental hygiene (not regularly brushing your teeth)
- Constantly drinking beverages like coffee, tea, and red wine that can stain your teeth. Some fruits like apples can stain your teeth as well.
- Smoking tobacco stains your teeth. Marijuana may also stain your teeth.
- Certain medications
- Genetics
- Growing old
- Damage to teeth
Benefits of Professional Teeth Whitening
- Enhances your appearance (aesthetic value)
- Boost your self-confidence
- Makes you look more attractive and youthfull
- Makes you seem friendlier
- Gives you a positive outlook on first impression and on life always
Other Positive Sides of Laser Teeth Whitening in Turkey
- This treatment is painless and comfortable process
- Whitening in a single session
- With this process, you keep your own teeth without needing any reshape
- Eliminates infections by acting as an antiseptic
- Favours wound healing
Who is Eligible for the Procedure?
Our teeth are not perfectly white, despite white toothpaste commercials tell you. Some yellowing of teeth is natural. However, some people may experience severe yellowing. Your teeth can actually stain because of what you eat or drink, and also because of certain lifestyle choices. In some cases, teeth can be naturally a dark yellow. Your genetics and age also play a role on how nice your teeth look.
Professional teeth whitening doesn’t work for everyone. It is only suitable for those with their own teeth and not suitable for those with any dental additions.
Before undertaking the procedure, the dentist would examine your teeth and gums. If you have a condition like gum disease or perhaps cavities, the dentist will recommend putting off the procedure until the serious conditions are addressed. Your dentist would also screen you for suitability. Laser teeth whitening is not recommended for pregnant women. The procedure is not typically performed on teenagers either. If you are under 18, your dentist may recommend waiting until you are a bit older to get the procedure. On the other hand, if nerve damage to a tooth is causing it to discolor, a whitening procedure may not help You should also have enough teeth enamel exposed to undergo the whitening procedure. If you have an uneven gum line, your teeth may not whiten evenly, resulting in a weird smile. Also, if your gums have receded exposing roots of teeth, your dentist may not recommend bleaching. Roots of teeth don’t respond to bleaching so only parts of your teeth would be whitened.
Don’t panic if you don’t qualify for professional teeth whitening. There are other alternatives you can consider like dental veneers and dental crowns. A veneer is a thin shell of porcelain that can be pasted onto your teeth to change its color and shape.
In a majority of cases, professional teeth whitening can help you gain that pearly white smile you’ve always wanted. If you don’t have any condition described above than you should be eligible for the procedure. You can get rid of uneven tooth colors that ruin your smile with this procedure.
The Professional Teeth Whitening Procedure
Your dentist probably will photograph your teeth first. This step will help him or her to monitor the progress of the treatment. Your dentist also will examine your teeth and ask you questions to find out what caused the staining.
Here are the basic steps of the professional teeth whitening procedure:
Pre Treating Your Teeth
Before the laser whitening starts, your dentist would clean your teeth. Usually, a dental hygienist takes over this procedure. The hygienist would remove tartar and plague if any are left to prepare the enamel fully for the professional teeth whitening in Turkey procedure. The dental hygienist would also check to make sure all your cavities are filled. There shouldn’t be damage to the enamel that would allow the bleaching agent to enter the inside of your teeth. In which case, the whitening solution will damage sensitive tissues and nerves.
Preparing for the Procedure
The professional tooth whitening procedure is not painful. You don’t need a local anesthetic, as you would when removing a tooth. However, in some patients, the laser whitening process can cause tooth sensitivity or perhaps some minor inflammation. Therefore, some dentists prescribe a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) before the procedure begins. You must inform the dentist if you are on any other prescription or over-the-counter medication before taking the NSAID. Inform the dentist of any allergies or sensitivities as well.
The Whitening Process
Once all of the steps above are complete, you can begin the tooth whitening process. The process is quite quick. The dentist would use an oral guard to keep your mouth open and your teeth exposed.
Before the process begins, the dentist would place a protective barrier over your gums. This would prevent the laser or the whitening agent touching the gums. Afterwards, the dentist would apply a gel-like whitening solution onto the enamel on the front side of teeth. This is usually done using a syringe. The whitening agent would stay on the teeth. Then, the dentist would use the laser. The laser light activates the whitening agent and may cause it to foam. The laser causes the whitening agent to release oxygen ions that remove stains on enamel. The laser may stay on up to 40 minutes for the chemical process to take effect. The dentist would turn the laser off and then may allow the whitening agent to stay on your teeth for few minutes longer.
In Europe dental clinics are permitted to use a Whitening with a gel with a maximum of 6% strength Hydrogen Peroxide (as per the rules of European Union) which usually has very little effect on the colour of your teeth. The dental clinics in Turkey use a product which is 25% – 40% for maximum results. Of course this strength of product is only able to be administered by a Dental Professional in a clinic with the appropriate expertise and technology, and outside of the UK and European Union.
The final stage involves removing the whitening agent. Dentists mostly use a tiny vacuuming device to quickly and efficiently remove the stained whitening agent without damaging teeth or gums. You will then be instructed to rinse your mouth. When the dentist removes the gum guard, the procedure would be over.
Overall, the entire procedure typically takes between an hour or two. So it’s quick and you won’t have to wait long.
After the Treatment
Your dentist would examine your teeth once last time before you leave. You may experience elevated tooth sensitivity following the whitening procedure. Mild to moderate sensitivity is normal. But some patients may report high levels of sensitivity. The dentist would prescribe medication if the sensitivity levels are high. At this point, your gums should feel normal. If you feel any soreness or notice any whiteness in your gums, tell the dentist right away.
Complications from professional dental whitening are very rare. You will be ready to be on your way if everything goes right. The dentist will tell you how to eat and protect your teeth following the procedure. For example, you should not smoke cigarettes, or drink coffee nor tea and neither red wine at least in the very first hours after the operation. You can also schedule a follow-up appointment just in case, but it may not be necessary.
How Long Does the Teeth Whitening in Turkey Last?
Whitening is not a one-time procedure. It will need to be repeated from time to time if you want to maintain the brighter color.
Results can last at varying lengths depending on your lifestyle and oral hygiene. If you continue to maintain the result with care and have your teeth cleaned every 6 –12 months, the result can maintain 2 years. If you have poor oral hygiene, do not have your teeth cleaned every 6-12 months, drink a lot of coffee and tea, smoke, eat a lot of food with staining spices like saffron, mustard, have wine often, you are less likely to maintain the newly achieved whiteness for a lengthy period of time.
Zoom System
Method of zoom whitening is the most popular application in our clinic. There are many advantages of this system, professional whitening system, Zoom, is produced by U.S. dentists. Whitening is made by using a special zoom gel. It is applied to the surface of the tooth, and it is whited with a special lamp. Teeth get clean appearance as a result of treatment. It is very convenient, comfortable and painless. Our patients can listen to music during teeth whitening in Turkey treatment.
The biggest advantage of Zoom whitening treatment is not to harm tooth enamel. Teeth residue is cleaned very gently and smootly. This procedure is easy and not take too much time. When it is compared with whitening made in home, chemicals take longer and you need to repeat this procedure for months. Tooth enamel may damage with sludge and stones and it is partially cleaned. The natural color of teeth also may show differentness.
Home Whitening
Home whitening is the least expensive route of whitening your teeth. The dentist will carefully take impressions of your teeth and make custom whitening trays that fit your teeth perfectly. These are used in combination with the whitening gel at home. A small amount of gel is squeezed into the trays and then worn for 4 hours per day. Many people achieve the amount of whitening they want within a week or two. However, you may need to wear the mouthpiece for four weeks or longer.
There are many teeth whitening home kits available on the internet but without a gum shield that is moulded to fit the patients teeth and gums perfectly they have little or no effect. It is important that the whitening product is in direct contact with your teeth and this can only be achieved if a personal impression of your exact tooth size and shape is taken. The whitening product that our clinic use is highly concentrated and can only be provided in a dental clinic, ensuring you have the maximum result. However, it does not ensure a proper and guaranteed result compared with professional teeth whitening at a clinic itself.
How is Professional Teeth Whitening Different from At-Home Teeth Whitening?
The teeth whitening products at supermarkets contain hydrogen peroxide, a bleaching agent to strip staining off teeth. Hydrogen peroxide, as you may already know, is a highly corrosive acid. It can damage your enamel and gums if used in high concentrations. As a result, over-the-counter teeth whitening products contain very weak concentrations of hydrogen peroxide. These products won’t damage your gums, but won’t remove yellowing of teeth much either.
Dentists are allowed to use higher concentrations of bleaching agents to make teeth appear a lot whiter. Dentists also use special guards to protect your gums during the procedure. However, modern chair-side tooth whitening procedures don’t involve liquid bleaching agents at all. Rather, dentists these days use a laser whitening process. The laser whitening process involves using a type of laser to lift the stains from the teeth after using a whitening agent.
This procedure is less invasive and works more effectively. Laser tooth whitening can’t be done at home. Only a dentist can perform it.
In summary, professional teeth whitening, compared to at-home whitening, is safer and more visibly effective.
Possible Risks and Complications of Professional Teeth Whitening
The professional teeth whitening procedure is known as a largely risk-free process. Temporary side effects, mainly sensitivity, are common, while long-lasting or permanent complications are rare. You should be aware of the following side effects of the procedure:
Hypersensitivity
Most patients who undergo professional teeth whitening complain about increased sensitivity levels afterwards. That usually means your teeth are sensitive to hot or cold beverages or drinks. This effect, however, should disappear a few days following the procedure.
Some patients may experience very high levels of tooth sensitivity. For example, you may feel a slightly shock-like effect when drinking a hot or a cold beverage. This can be treated by medication and should disappear in a few days. You are at-risk for high dental sensitivity following a tooth whitening procedure if you frequently whiten your teeth. Tell your dentist if you had recently used a bleaching agent on your teeth to make it appear whiter. If you already have sensitive teeth, the procedure can make it worse. Therefore, discuss this complication with the dentist if you are at risk for tooth sensitivity.
Gum Irritation
Gum irritation can occur if the whitening agent and the laser penetrates the gums. It shouldn’t happen if the gum guard is well placed. Some gum irritation issues will disappear on its own. In other cases, your dentist may prescribe a medication.
Gum Inflammation
Though not common, gum inflammation, or swelling can occur as a result of the procedure. This is why dentists prescribe anti-inflammation medication before the start of the procedure.
Nerve Damage (Rare)
In rare cases, the use of laser can result in nerve damage of teeth. You may feel it as tooth sensitiveness that never goes away. Certain high-heat lasers can increase the risk of nerve damage. This complication is rare, but you can discuss it with the dentist before undergoing the procedure.
After all, if you have tooth decay or receding gums, whitening may make your teeth sensitive. Whitening also does not work on ceramic or porcelain crowns or veneers.
How Can I Care for My Whitened Teeth?
Caring for newly whitened teeth is easy. Maintain proper oral hygiene – brush your teeth twice a day and floss once daily using a fluoride toothpaste. Get your teeth cleaned every 6 months or as recommended by your dentist or hygienist. To maintain the white color of your teeth, avoid acidic and dark-colored foods and beverages like tea, coffee, red wine, sports drinks, carbonated drinks and sauces like tomato, soy and curry.
Non-Vital Whitening (Discoloured Teeth by Root Canal Treatment)
Non-vital whitening is done on a tooth that has had root-canal treatment and no longer has a live nerve.
Vital whitening may not improve the appearance of a tooth that has had root-canal treatment because the stain is coming from the inside of the tooth. If this is the case, your dentist will use a different procedure that whitens the tooth from the inside. The dentist will place a whitening agent inside the tooth and put a temporary filling over it. The tooth will be left this way for several days. You may need this done only once, or it can be repeated until the tooth reaches the desired shade. The new, whiter colour usually remains for an extended period of time.
How Much Does Professional Teeth Whitening Cost?
Turkey is an EU country, which means that even if the clinical costs are on the lower end, the quality of care is not. You can consider an option like dental care in Turkey to keep professional teeth whitening affordable. The prices for the procedure is at somewhere between £ 225 and £ 300 in general.
Professional Teeth Whitening in Turkey at Dentalara
Our experienced cosmetic dentists offer world class laser tooth whitening. Our clinic work as a team with a patient – centered treatment approach. We believe in providing affordable budget best price and low cost of tooth whitening treatment in Antalya, Turkey. Our cosmetic dentists regularly update their skills, procure new materials and technologies for teeth whitening for patients as well as for their own professional growth.
We welcome people looking for teeth whitening in Turkey to our well equipped dental clinic with excellent technologies and latest teeth whitening materials to create your nice and natural looking white and bright smile within a warm and caring environment.
At Dentalara, many of our patients have told us time and again that with teeth whitening they look and feel years younger after having erased the effects of diet, smoking and aging through teeth whitening in Turkey.
If you are looking for effective and efficient teeth whitening procedures with the best quality standards you have come to the right place. Seek help from our experts at Dentalara Turkey today. Get in touch with us.
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