Teeth whitening in Baku
Teeth whitening makes the natural colour of your teeth a few shades lighter. A special gel is used, and having it done under a dentist's care is the safest way.
Ask for the price: Teeth whiteningThe exact price is clear after the examination.
Does this sound familiar?
- My teeth have yellowed over time and are not as white as they were
- Tea, coffee and smoking have left colour on my teeth
- I have a wedding or an important day coming up and want whiter teeth
- My teeth are healthy, but I do not like their colour
- I use a whitening toothpaste, but the colour does not change
Whitening does not work on every kind of discolouration. A tooth that darkened after root canal treatment, or stains from some medicines, may need a different approach.
What is teeth whitening?
Whitening gel contains hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide. The gel passes into the enamel and breaks down the colouring substances, so the tooth gets lighter from the inside.
Whitening is different from professional cleaning. Cleaning removes tartar and plaque and brings the tooth back to its own colour. Whitening makes that natural colour lighter.
- In-clinic whitening A strong gel goes on the teeth and the work is done in one visit. Some systems use a special lamp to boost the gel.
- At-home whitening A custom tray is made for your teeth. You put a milder gel in it and wear it at home for a few weeks.
- Whitening toothpaste Removes some surface stains, but does not change the tooth's own colour.
How is in-clinic whitening done?
- How many visits
- In-clinic whitening is usually done in one visit. At-home whitening with a tray takes a few weeks.
- How long it takes
- An in-clinic whitening visit usually takes 1 to 2 hours.
- Does it hurt
- Whitening usually does not hurt. Some people have sensitivity or a brief ache for a day or two, then it passes.
Examination
Your teeth and gums are examined. If there is decay, exposed roots or inflamed gums, these are treated first. If your teeth are very sensitive, the cause is found first.
Cleaning
Any tartar and plaque are removed first. The gel works more evenly on clean teeth.
Recording the starting shade
The current shade is recorded with a special shade guide and photographed, so the result can be compared later.
Protecting the gums
The gums are covered with a protective layer so the gel does not irritate them.
Applying the gel
The gel is applied and left on for a set time. If needed, this is repeated a few times.
Finishing
The gel is removed and the result is reviewed together with you. If your teeth are sensitive, a product that soothes the enamel is applied.
After whitening
- For the first 48 hours teeth pick up colour easily: do not drink tea, coffee, red wine, cola or dark juices.
- Do not smoke during these 48 hours.
- Avoid colouring foods such as ketchup, soy sauce, beetroot and berries.
- If your teeth are sensitive, use a toothpaste for sensitive teeth and avoid very cold and very hot drinks for a few days.
- To make the result last, have your teeth professionally cleaned regularly: how often is discussed at the examination.
What does the price of whitening depend on?
Mostly on the method: in-clinic whitening with a lamp and at-home whitening with a tray can differ a lot in price, so the method is always stated.
What changes the price
- The whitening method and system
- Whether a cleaning or treatment is needed first
- Making a custom tray for at-home whitening
- How many sessions are needed
Frequently asked questions
Does whitening hurt, and is it bad for your teeth?
Whitening usually does not hurt. Some people have sensitivity or a brief ache for a day or two, then it passes. Whitening done properly under a dentist's care does not damage the enamel. Problems come from whitening without supervision, or too often.
How much does teeth whitening cost?
The price is given for each method separately: in-clinic whitening with a lamp usually costs more than at-home whitening with a tray. If a cleaning is needed first, it is charged separately too. For an exact price, send a message on WhatsApp or come in for an examination.
How can I whiten yellow teeth?
First the cause of the yellowing has to be found. Often it comes from tartar and plaque, and then a professional cleaning makes the teeth much lighter. If the tooth's own colour is yellow, whitening helps. Some kinds of darkening do not respond to whitening. This becomes clear at the examination.
How long does the result last?
Usually from a year to a few years. It depends on your habits: tea, coffee and smoking bring the colour back faster, and regular professional cleaning makes the result last longer. Keeping away from colouring drinks and food for the first 48 hours also protects it.
Can I whiten my teeth at home?
Yes, with a tray your dentist has made for your teeth and the gel your dentist gives you. Whitening toothpastes only remove some surface stains and do not change the tooth's own colour. Baking soda, lemon or activated charcoal wear away the enamel and can make teeth sensitive, so they are not recommended.
What is Zoom whitening?
Zoom is one of the in-clinic whitening systems: a gel is applied to the teeth and its effect is boosted with a special lamp. It is a well-known name for lamp whitening. Which method suits you becomes clear after the examination.
Can I whiten my teeth during pregnancy, or can children have it?
Postponing whitening during pregnancy and breastfeeding is advised. It is usually not done for children and teenagers. With adults too, the teeth are checked first. If there is decay, exposed roots or inflamed gums, these are treated first.
Fillings and crowns do not whiten. After whitening, old fillings on the front teeth can be replaced to match the new shade, and composite veneers made if needed.
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Why do teeth turn yellow or darken?
Tooth colour comes from two layers: the clear enamel on top and the yellowish dentine underneath. Colour can change from the outside or from inside the tooth. Different causes need different solutions.
- Tea, coffee, smoking and dark drinks They stain the enamel surface. A cleaning usually removes this.
- Age Over the years enamel gets thinner and the yellow dentine shows through more. Whitening works well on this kind of yellowing.
- Natural shade Some people are simply born with slightly yellow or greyish teeth.
- An injury or root canal treatment A single tooth can darken from inside. Ordinary whitening often does not help such a tooth.
- Childhood medicines or excess fluoride Grey bands or white spots can remain. These respond poorly to whitening.
What can whitening strips do, and what can they not?
Strips from a pharmacy or online also contain whitening gel, only weaker than in a clinic. Do not expect miracles, but they are not useless either. The main risk is using them without a check-up and for too long.
- They can Lighten the natural shade a little, especially mild yellowing.
- They cannot Reach well between teeth or onto crooked teeth, so the result can be uneven. They do not change fillings or crowns.
- Risks The gel can touch the gums and irritate them. Used longer or more often than the instructions say, they make teeth sensitive.
- Get checked first With decay or exposed roots, the gel reaches sensitive areas and can cause pain.
Why can teeth feel sensitive after whitening?
Whitening gel passes through the enamel towards the inside of the tooth, and the tooth reacts with short-lived sensitivity. This does not mean the enamel is damaged. Sensitivity usually shows up in the first days and goes away on its own.
- Who gets it more People whose teeth were sensitive before, or who have exposed roots or thin enamel.
- What helps A toothpaste for sensitive teeth and a few days' break from very cold and very hot drinks.
- With home whitening If sensitivity grows, leave the trays out for a day or two and send a message on WhatsApp.
- When to send a message If sensitivity lasts more than a few days, gets worse, or one tooth hurts sharply.
Who should put whitening off?
Whitening is a cosmetic procedure, so healthy teeth come first. In some cases it is better to wait, in others to choose a different approach.
- Teeth that need treatment With decay, inflamed gums or a cracked tooth, treatment comes first and whitening after.
- Very sensitive teeth Especially with exposed roots, the cause of the sensitivity has to be found first.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding It is better to leave whitening until after.
- Children and teenagers Their teeth are still developing, so whitening is usually not done.
- Many fillings or crowns on the front teeth They do not whiten, so the result can look patchy.
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