The biggest fear of patients, when it comes to whitening, is related to the thought that their enamel will be damaged.

This is not the case, as confirmed by numerous studies that have proven that whitening does not cause any harmful consequences for the surface of the teeth.

Today it is a treatment that has become a standard and routine in cosmetic dentistry.

So why is the opinion about the harmfulness of whitening so widespread?

The reason for this lies in the fact that various whitening pastes, preparations with questionable chemical compositions, as well as recipes for “homemade” whitening preparations based on baking soda, lemon juice, salt, etc., have been advertised on social networks for a long time.

Patients reach for them thinking that they will be able to get miraculous results and apply them at home without the supervision of a dentist. At the same time, they are not aware of the damage they can do to their teeth.

The problem with all the mentioned preparations is their abrasive effect, which can lead to thinning of the enamel, damage to the gums and painful hypersensitivity of the teeth.

Therefore, the only safe way of teeth whitening is through dental office whitening under the supervision of a dentist!

With in-office whitening, teeth can be several shades lighter in an hour and a half without any damage to the teeth or gums.

For this to happen, it is important to observe certain protective protocols in the procedure itself. In the beginning, it is crucial to protect the gingiva with a suitable agent so that the gel does not come into contact with it. It is important to ensure the protection of the mucous membranes of the lips and cheeks as well as the tongue.

When all sensitive areas are protected, hydrogen peroxide gel is applied to the teeth, which is the only chemical that has a real teeth-whitening effect. It is very important to use a gel of the appropriate concentration.

At the Esthea Polyclinic, we whiten teeth with the Beyond lamp. It emits blue light and activates the gel previously placed on the teeth. It also filters harmful ultraviolet light and significantly reduces heat, which reduces tooth sensitivity.

The reduction of hypersensitivity also contributes to the fact that we can adjust its intensity from weaker to stronger.

In addition to the protective protocol and the concentration of the gel used for a safe process, the time during which the teeth are treated with the gel and the lamp is also important.

Most often, we work in 3 cycles of 15 minutes each. Minor deviations are possible with the aim of achieving a better result or reducing sensitivity, but precisely for this reason, the process must be led by an expert – your dentist.