Tooth whitening

Cosmetic dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry is an area, which aims to improve smiles and the looks of teeth. A perfect smile can be provided by different tooth whitening treatments and tooth veneer treatments.

Tooth whitening with ZOOM

Tooth whitening can be a highly effective way of lightening the natural colour of your teeth without removing any of the tooth surfaces. Although it cannot make a complete colour change it will lighten the existing shade.
Our teeth can become more discoloured as we get older and they can also be stained on the surface through food and drinks such as tea, coffee, red wine etc. as well as smoking. The results are achieved with highly specialized chemical whitening bleach agents.

Experienced dental hygienists at our dental surgery perform this highly effective treatment. During the treatment the original shade of the teeth can be regained by dissolving the stains from meals, deposited in the enamel, without any detrimental exposure of the dental enamel. Dental scales must be removed prior to teeth whitening in each case.
Having identified the shade a 1-2 mms thick gum-friendly, pH-neutral whitening gel is applied on the teeth, which is then activated by plasma light for 20 minutes, repeated three times. The result will be 3-4 shades whiter teeth and a brilliantly bright smile for approx. three years!

How much whiter will my teeth look?

This varies from individual to individual and also the type of whitening system used. Some people respond very well to teeth whitening and have dramatic whitening results whereas others may notice very little difference at all. Your dentist will be able to advise you on the likely results expected with your teeth.
Does it hurt? What are the side effects of Teeth whitening?

Some people experience no pain or sensitivity with their teeth. However, the majority of people will experience some kind on sensitivity either during and / or after the initial treatment. Patients as sporadic sharp shooting pains coming from your teeth usually describe this. This should settle down after approximately 48 hours. Your dentist may give you a special gel or mouse to apply to your teeth to help with the sensitivity. It is advisable to avoid and hot or cold food or drinks within the first 48 hours of your whitening treatment.

It is important to have tooth whiting before you have any other major treatments like implants, crowns or bridges to avoid uneven theet colour.