There are several types of professional teeth whiteners, though they all use the same active ingredient. Applying hydrogen peroxide gel to the tooth surface is common to all in-office treatments.
With a professional cold light lamp, the molecules in the whitening gel are activated and the whitening action accelerated. Known as photoactivation whitening, it uses high-energy LED light that is able to lighten to different shades when the teeth have a more intense colouring.
It is a quick, effective and very permanent procedure. However, it is very important to use LED teeth whitening under the supervision of a professional in order to obtain the desired results, and to avoid possible damage to the enamel and gingival mucosa.
Internal teeth whitening
Another of the teeth whitening that is applied in the consultation is the one that is performed on non-vital teeth. When a tooth has previously been de-energized or has undergone a root canal process in which the nerve has been “killed”, the enamel can darken over time.
From the inside of the tooth, it is possible to match the tone with respect to the rest of the vital teeth that surround the root-treated piece. The treatment is carried out in several sessions in the clinic through a completely painless treatment until the desired effect is achieved.
Teeth whitening at home (home)
It is a simpler and cheaper option, but you should keep in mind that the results are not as fast as when you follow specific professional in-office treatments.
Home teeth whitening is performed with lower concentrations of hydrogen peroxide and by application in splints made in a dental office. This method is carried out at home under the instructions of the dentist, and as in the case of treatment in the clinic, it is necessary to carry out a professional dental cleaning and oral examination beforehand.
The usual thing is to apply splints with gel four or five hours a day, therefore, the easiest time to do this is during sleeping hours.
The teeth whitening process takes about four weeks, during which it is important to go to the review appointment set by the dentist to monitor the development of the color of the teeth and the general condition of the mouth.
What is mixed bleaching and how long does it last?
With the advantages of in-clinic teeth whitening with home treatment, combination whitening consists of a very comfortable process that allows the desired enamel coloring to be achieved, and maintained over time. It is called mixed because it combines in-clinic and home teeth whitening.
After the first professional in-office treatment, usually with cold-light activated hydrogen peroxide gel, the dentist will provide the patient with a splint and whitening gel to use occasionally at home as directed.
When the teeth are very deteriorated or have stains that do not disappear in one session, this treatment is very useful.
Whitening or maintenance aid
Once the desired effect on the color of the teeth has been achieved, it is time to maintain it for as long as possible. In this case, more than the teeth whitening procedure, we refer to the maintenance and proper maintenance of the teeth in lighter colors. To do this, a whitening toothpaste for daily use (physical polishing) is used.
Depending on the discoloration of the teeth, the dental specialist will recommend one type of whitening or another to achieve the optimal result. None of these techniques is universal for all patients, and not everyone needs the same concentration of whitening agents.
Therefore, it is normal for teeth whitening results to vary depending on the technique and products used.
How to perform teeth whitening at home?
A correct oral hygiene routine is essential to maintaining the natural whiteness of teeth. It is advised not to delay oral hygiene for more than 20 minutes after consuming foods and drinks, especially those that we know produce stains, such as coffee or tea. It is very beneficial to supplement your oral hygiene routine with maintenance whitening products.
In laboratories KIN we have several products specially designed to maintain the whiteness of teeth either through physical or chemical agents. For this reason, we offer our clients the following possibilities:
FKD bleach
It consists of a whitening toothpaste with ground bicarbonate, capable of generating a physical polishing of the tooth enamel surface.
It is for daily use and has an aesthetic effect, so a prescription is not necessary to obtain it and it does not require the supervision of a dentist. Gradually removes stains without damaging the enamel.
WhiteKIN Toothpaste + Gel
This teeth whitening is of the professional, outpatient type. It can only be purchased in dental offices because the chemical whitener used requires the supervision of a dentist.
The gel is formulated with 3% carbamide peroxide, which is a highly effective whitening agent. For its part, the toothpaste contains 5% lactoperoxidase, a natural enzyme that accelerates and enhances the whitening effect in addition to protecting the oral mucosa. It can be used both as a treatment and as a maintenance.
White Ken Mouthwash
It is a rinse aid in a whitening treatment. You will find it in pharmacies and its use does not require the supervision of a dentist.
