What is Bleaching?
Teeth Whitening (Bleaching) is a cosmetic procedure performed to eliminate color changes in the enamel structure on the surface of the teeth due to various reasons.
These stains are stains that have penetrated into the teeth and cannot be removed. They may develop due to cigarettes, colored drinks such as tea and coffee, structural disorders in the teeth, medications used in childhood, old fillings and excessive fluoride intake.
How is Teeth Whitening Applied?
The gums, tongue and lips are protected, the mouth is isolated from saliva, organic and inorganic gels are applied to the tooth surfaces. At the end of the process, several tone color gains are achieved. It is applied to natural teeth.
Do Teeth Return to Their Old Color?
In some cases, it can return. If oral hygiene is not maintained or there is excessive smoking, it can return.
Is Teeth Whitening Harmful?
After the teeth whitening procedure, patients may experience some temporary tooth sensitivity for the first three days, but it has no long-term harmful effects (complications).
