Teeth whitening: naturally white teeth
Bright teeth have an incredibly positive radiance. As it involves lightening your natural teeth, whitening is the least invasive aesthetic treatment and offers the best value for money.
What is teeth whitening?
Tooth enamel is a porous substance made up of crystals. Over the years, coloured molecules from food are deposited in the pores, which darkens the tooth.
During whitening, a gel containing hydrogen peroxide is applied to the tooth. This penetrates the tooth surface and alters the stored colour molecules to render them invisible. The teeth are thus lightened once again.
The essential preparation: cleaning
Before starting a teeth whitening treatment, it is essential to prepare the teeth. This step involves a professional cleaning carried out by a specialist to remove external staining caused by food residue, tobacco or tartar.
This cleaning ensures that the teeth are clean and ready to receive the treatment. Furthermore, it is crucial to verify that there are no underlying dental conditions, such as cavities, gum inflammation or dental hypersensitivity. If a problem is detected, it must be treated before whitening.
Two whitening methods
1. Home whitening
This method involves using custom-made trays fabricated to fit your teeth precisely. These trays are filled with whitening gel, then worn overnight for a period of approximately one week. This technique is gentle and allows the product to penetrate gradually, offering a long-lasting and effective lightening result.
2. In-practice whitening
For a faster result, whitening can be carried out directly at the dental practice. This method uses a more powerful whitening gel, applied to the teeth for approximately one hour. The treatment is supervised by a professional, ensuring maximum effectiveness whilst minimising the risk of irritation or dental sensitivity.
Choosing the method suited to your needs
Each patient has specific needs when it comes to teeth whitening. That is why a consultation with a dentist is essential.
During this appointment, we assess the patient’s oral health, discuss your aesthetic goals and recommend the most suitable method. We also explain the procedure of the chosen treatment and answer all your questions, so that you feel confident throughout the process.
What our patients say
I am extremely grateful for the care I received. Having a genuine phobia of the dentist, I was dreading the appointment, but my dentist put me at ease from the very first minutes, as she always does. Her gentleness, attentiveness and professionalism are rare and precious. Thanks to her, I was able to undergo treatment with complete peace of mind. She is a true gem in her field!
My experience was extremely positive, and I would like to give special thanks to Mrs Dal Zotto. She reassured me with her kindness and gentleness, which truly transformed my perception of dentists.
My 9-year-old daughter was seen by the hygienist Yasmina. She is very gentle, takes her time with children and gives helpful advice. I recommend her 100%. She does a wonderful job.
Excellent welcome, outstanding treatment, skilled and high-quality work. A wonderful team with great values. Our sincere thanks and appreciation to the entire team.
