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1. Should I whiten my teeth at home or at the clinic?

In-office teeth whitening is often recommended over at-home whitening for the following reasons:

  • Performed by experienced dental professionals
  • Use professional products and equipment, higher efficiency
  • Close supervision to ensure safety
  • Fast and consistent results
  • Minimizes the risk of gum irritation and other side effects.

However, at-home whitening may be a suitable option for mild cases or to maintain results after in-office whitening.

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2. Why is it necessary to perform the teeth whitening process well?

Following the correct teeth whitening procedure is important for the following reasons:

  • Ensures optimal whitening effect
  • Protect oral health, avoid damage to tooth enamel and gums
  • Minimizes side effects such as tooth sensitivity
  • Prolongs the duration of whitening results
  • Ensure customer safety during treatment

3. Teeth whitening process at the clinic

Step 1. Examination and consultation

  • The dentist will check the general condition of your teeth.
  • Assess the level of discoloration and the cause
  • Advice on appropriate whitening methods
  • Answer customer questions and concerns.

Step 2. Measure tooth color level and perform oral hygiene

  • Use a standard shade chart to determine the initial tooth color.
  • Thoroughly clean teeth to remove plaque and tartar
  • Make sure the tooth surface is clean for better contact with the whitening gel.

Step 3. Isolate lips and gums

  • Use a rubber dam or protective gel to isolate the gums and lips.
  • Prevent contact between the bleaching gel and soft tissues
  • Minimize the risk of irritation to ensure customer safety.

Step 4. Perform teeth whitening

  • Apply specialized whitening gel to the tooth surface
  • Activate the gel with light or laser (depending on the method)
  • Repeat the process 2-3 times in one treatment session, if needed.
  • Rinse the gel and check the results.

Step 5. Oral care instructions

  • Instructions on how to care for teeth after bleaching
  • Advice on diet and habits to avoid
  • Schedule follow-up visits and maintain results.

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4. Things to note before and after teeth whitening at the clinic

Before teeth whitening:

  • Treat dental problems such as tooth decay, gingivitis
  • Avoid eating dark colored foods 24-48 hours before bleaching
  • Inform your dentist about your medical history and allergies (if any).

After teeth whitening:

  • Avoid eating dark colored foods for the first 48 hours.
  • Use toothpaste for sensitive teeth if needed.
  • Maintain good oral hygiene
  • Limit tobacco, coffee, black tea and other dark beverages.
  • Re-examination according to dentist's appointment.

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In-office teeth whitening is a safe and effective way to improve the color of your teeth. However, to achieve good and long-lasting results, it is important to follow the procedure and instructions from your dentist.

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