There is no woman in the world who would not dream of a snow-white goal with a Livudian smile. If nature does not give white teeth and there is no way to deny yourself a cup of coffee or tea, do not go over it. A dazzling smile is just a matter of technique. About such wonderful fruits of modernity as hygienic cleaning and teeth whitening will be discussed below.
HYGIENIC CLEANING
It is important not to confuse teeth whitening with hygienic cleaning. Hygienic procedures will not make teeth white, but only get rid of plaque and return them the original color. It is possible that this will already be enough. Such cleaning is shown to everyone, and it is usually recommended to conduct it every six months.
Ultrasonic cleaning
One of the most common ways. They remove even the most dense plaque and tartar. A special tip makes thousands of vibrations per second and breaks the plaque, without damaging the enamel.
Cleaning with Air - Flow
Teeth are treated with a mixture of soda powder and water. So you can get rid of bacteria, smoker's exposure and interdental deposits, even in the most inaccessible places. That's why Air-Flow is often used for tooth cleaning with braces.
Mechanical cleaning
It is done with the help of medical instruments and is usually used in combination with other methods as a secondary one.
Whitening pastes
The task of pastes is to remove surface stains and prevent the formation of plaque.
Methods for cleaning teeth are often combined. For example, for hard-to-reach places, Air-Flow is used, and for facade teeth - ultrasound. Only the doctor can find the method that suits you.
BLEACH
Teeth whitening is carried out with hydrogen peroxide, which forms the basis of absolutely all preparations. The principle here is the same as for hair discoloration. Depending on the concentration of hydrogen peroxide, all procedures can be divided into two large groups: home and office.
Professional whitening
In a professional office application, the active substance is in a rather high concentration, but the result will be more noticeable. To peroxide does not cause serious burns to the skin and mucous, it is necessary to protect surrounding soft tissues. Only the doctor in the clinic can do this correctly. In the case of office bleaching, the gel preparation itself is not active. In order for the process to go, it is necessary to apply the catalyst. This is how the procedures differ.
Dentists say that there is no fundamental difference in the health of teeth. Therefore, you can safely stop your choice on the method that your doctor owns.
Chemical Whitening
The chemical catalyst is mixed with a whitening gel and applied to the teeth. This method whitens teeth sufficiently strongly and quickly, usually one or two sessions are sufficient.
Laser whitening
The composition based on hydrogen peroxide is applied to the enamel of the tooth and activated with a laser beam. Depending on the mode of operation of the laser, the enamel can be lightened at once for several tones.
Photobleaching
Under the influence of ultraviolet lamps, oxygen is released from the active substance, which cleaves the dark pigment of the teeth. The undoubted advantage is that with proper care, the whitening effect can last for life.
Home whitening
The principle is simple: you need a whitening gel and kapy. In household systems, the concentration of hydrogen peroxide is much lower, so you can not damage your teeth, even if you over-rest the kapy. You can buy ready-made kapy, but it's more correct to order them in the clinic on an individual impression. If the kapy will not loosely fit, the gel will leak out and burn the gums. And then everything depends on the bleaching agent. One is enough to keep only half an hour, then the procedure can be done in the morning. And others become active only after 2-3 hours, so it is better to wear them at night.
SPECIAL CASES
Intra-channel bleaching
Sometimes you need to whiten individual teeth, which for some reason changed the color. In such cases, the whitening preparation is laid directly into the tooth cavity to whiten it from the inside.
Microabrasive treatment
There are enamel lesions, which have the character of spots. In order to remove these spots, the enamel of the tooth is softened with a weak solution of hydrochloric acid and a top layer of enamel is removed with the help of a special polishing powder. Due to this, it is possible to remove shallow spots.
These techniques can be combined depending on the condition of the patient's teeth. But such complex schemes are usually prescribed for diseases of the teeth and oral cavity.
Veneers
These are very thin porcelain lining, which are glued to the front teeth. Their main advantage is that they are resistant to the effects of colorants.
PROBLEM OF CHOICE
To be completely honest, the use of hygienic cleansing and tooth whitening does not bring particular health benefits. Therefore, it is important to assess the risks.
First, whitening usually leads to increased sensitivity of the teeth. Of course, this is a passing reaction. Therefore, it is worthwhile to focus on your personal feelings. In order to reduce the sensitivity, you can use a special gel that mixes with toothpaste. And it is very important to follow the sequence of procedures: first you need to do a hygienic cleaning, remove the plaque from the teeth, and only then - bleaching. The break between the stages should be at least two weeks.
It is also important to remember that the fillings and crowns do not change color, therefore, after the procedure, they will most likely have to be changed to lighter ones. And when the teeth darken, bleach again under the color of new fillings. Yes, and predict exactly what color will end up and how long it will last is impossible. We know one thing: color, of course, will become lighter. And the result of someone can hold out for a year, and someone will recommend additional home whitening every six months.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
In this list of diseases of the mucosa and non-carious diseases, in which the sensitivity of the teeth is increased. And also pregnancy. And it's important to have patience, because in the chair you have to sit for about two hours. But the main advantage is undeniable: you will be more careful about the health of teeth.
HOW MUCH IS?
Hygienic cleaning: 3000-5000 rub.
Chemical whitening: 8000-15 000 rub.
Caps to order: about 3000 rubles.