Professional teeth whitening: 7 safe methods

Lightening of dental tissues is one of the most common and popular procedures in dentistry. A snow-white smile is considered a sign of health, success and wealth. There are many means to lighten dental tissues, but the best is to have the procedure done by a dentist. Only a doctor can eliminate all contraindications, select medications, and carry out the procedure effectively and safely.

Indications and contraindications for teeth whitening

Professional teeth whitening is the lightening of tooth enamel by one or two or more shades. It can be carried out either in a specialized dental clinic or at home.

Indications for lightening are as follows:

stable dark color of the tooth surface;
formation of colored stains from coffee, wine, tea and other food products that are not removed during the cleaning process.

Main contraindications:

pregnancy and breastfeeding;
increased sensitivity to thermal, chemical, mechanical irritants;
severe abrasion due to various reasons;
presence of wedge-shaped defects;
the appearance of numerous enamel cracks;
diagnosis of caries with unfilled carious cavities;
a large number of fillings that are not affected by whitening agents.

If there are single fillings after completion of whitening, they must be replaced by selecting the appropriate shade.

Another question that patients ask is whether professional teeth whitening is harmful. If it is carried out by an experienced specialist, strictly adhering to all prescribed recommendations, then the procedure will not cause any visible harm to health. You should not overuse lightening, repeat it too often, using aggressive pastes in between, otherwise there is a danger of thinning the enamel. And this, in turn, leads to the destruction of dental crowns. Read more about the dangers of whitening for tooth enamel »

Indications for teeth whitening ZOOM 4

Any dental procedure has indications for implementation, teeth whitening ZOOM 4 is no exception in this regard. Zoom 4 will be the most effective and useful procedure for you under the following circumstances:

The enamel of your teeth has darkened due to drinking tea, coffee, smoking, and frequent consumption of coloring foods;
With age-related darkening of tooth enamel;
ZOOM 4 whitening can be used by people suffering from fluorosis, a disease that causes spots and streaks to appear on the enamel of teeth;
When the enamel darkens due to long-term treatment with drugs of the tetracycline group.

NOTE: In the article we will provide photos before and after ZOOM 4 whitening, but you should understand that your result may differ from the examples given, since the degree of teeth whitening for each person is individual and it also depends on the initial state of the enamel, its natural shade, depth of dentin colored with pigments.

Kinds

There are clinical (office, office) and home whitening. The first is carried out in a dental clinic by a dentist, takes about two hours, after which the teeth become snow-white. The second is done at home by the patient himself, but as prescribed by a doctor. Whitening at home takes a little longer - from 3 to 14 days. The achieved effect in both cases is not much different.

Depending on the condition of the teeth, it is possible to lighten the enamel by 10-12 shades.

Features and range of the brand

White Secret is a company from Russia that began operating in 2022 and quickly gained objective recognition from buyers throughout the country. Original whitening powders and strips, professional toothpastes that reduce sensitivity and eliminate plaque, as well as other oral hygiene products based on natural ingredients, appeal to many women and men. It is no secret that a beautiful snow-white smile is an ideal that many people strive for, and imperfection does not allow them to actively express their emotions. In order to help customers achieve excellent results and a wide, joyful smile, White Secret products were developed!

The brand’s assortment includes a variety of products not only for whitening, but also for everyday care of teeth and gums:

toothpastes;
polishing powders;
classic whitening strips;
powerful whitening courses, etc.

It is now possible to lighten your teeth enamel by 3-5 shades at home, because we have several developed courses for everyone! For those with sensitive teeth and people who are just beginning their journey to a snow-white smile, soft and gentle strips with sodium chlorite and fruit acids are suitable. For people who are not afraid to get quick results and want 4-5 shades of whitening, we can recommend a seven-day course of powerful enamel lightening with strips based on hydrogen peroxide. For those who like to get not only the effect, but also the taste from the procedure, the developers have created unique whitening courses: apple and strawberry.

Methods

As the name suggests, professional whitening is carried out in a clinic, under the constant supervision of a dentist or hygienist. There are several methods, which we will discuss in more detail.

Laser whitening

A fast, effective, safe and painless way to whiten enamel. Removes color stains from the surface, brightens the color by 5-7 tones. The patient's teeth are coated with a gel containing molecular oxygen and illuminated with a special diode laser. Under its influence, pigments are removed from the enamel.

Advantages of laser whitening:

teeth remain white for a long time, up to several years;
one procedure is enough to achieve a positive effect;
Laser treatment strengthens tooth enamel; it becomes not only lighter, but also less sensitive to various irritants.

Gel whitening

Allows you to lighten the surface by 4-12 tones within one hour. An active gel-like substance is applied to the tooth enamel, which acts both independently and under the influence of light irradiation. The procedure usually lasts from 30 minutes to an hour. Read more about gel whitening »

Whitening with Zoom 3 lamp

A modern whitening method for business people with a constant lack of free time, lasts approximately one hour, allows you to whiten your teeth by 7-8 shades. Light-activated hydrogen peroxide gel is applied to the surface, after which they are treated with a special Zoom lamp! The procedure is completed with fluoride treatment to consolidate the result. Read more about whitening using Zoom 3 technology »

Before starting whitening, it is very important to isolate the patient’s lips and gums from exposure to aggressive drugs.

Airflow

Popular professional cleaning procedure Air Flow. It does not whiten teeth, but simply returns them to their original natural color, eliminating darkening of the enamel and food stains. Under high pressure, the enamel surface is treated with a mixture of water and abrasive powder. In this way, any dental deposits are removed; they are literally erased from the surface of the enamel, falling into the dental vacuum cleaner. The process is completely painless, is carried out without anesthesia, and lasts about 30-40 minutes.

Advantages of the Air Flow system:

removes plaque even in the most difficult to reach places;
brightens enamel by 3-4 tones in one session;
prevents the occurrence of gum diseases;
used for cleaning braces and implants.

Contraindications:

inflammatory periodontal diseases;
chronic bronchitis or asthma;
allergic reaction to citrus fruits (the powder has the smell and taste of lemon).

To avoid staining of teeth, it is necessary to refrain from drinking coffee, cocoa, tea, red wine and other dyes in the first hours after the procedure.

Beyond Polus (USA)

Multifunctional system for comfortable, safe, convenient, effective whitening. Consists of a halogen whitening accelerator, built-in LEDs, low-level laser therapy. Allows you to whiten each tooth individually, or both jaws at the same time. Does not allow temperature increases and ultraviolet radiation. The duration of the procedure is about 30 minutes, the sustainability of the achieved result depends on the patient’s lifestyle, his eating habits, and the presence or absence of bad habits.

Opalescence Xtra Boost

An innovative whitening method that does not use light lamps. The method is based on a 38% solution of hydrogen peroxide in the form of a gel, which is applied to the vestibular surface of the teeth about 1 millimeter thick. The gel is removed using a dental vacuum cleaner after 15 minutes, after which it is washed with a stream of water using a vacuum suction.

It is important to protect the soft gum tissue with the OpalDam barrier.

If necessary, the procedure can be repeated, but only if there is no increased sensitivity of the teeth to external irritants. Read more about the Opalescence whitening system »

White & Perfect (Germany)

The White & Perfect system is not aggressive, does not damage tooth enamel, and does not cause side effects. A thin layer of special gel applied to the surface, under the influence of ultraviolet radiation, brightens it by several tones.

Features of the White Perfect whitening system

White Perfect (Germany) is a professional system for in-office teeth whitening. The main active ingredient is 35% hydrogen peroxide. The lightening agent is applied in a thin layer to the tooth enamel and activated by a catalyst. As a result, the drug penetrates the enamel, releasing free oxygen, which removes pigments and dyes from the fabric. An important component of the system is a special material to protect the gums and soft tissues from the whitening gel.

Indications for the procedure are darkening of the enamel, the presence of pigmentation, fluorosis, deterioration of dental aesthetics due to excessive coffee consumption, and bad smoking habits. The procedure is carried out within 30 minutes and brightens the teeth by 4-8 tones (minimum 2 tones). The result depends on the condition of the teeth, the structure of the enamel, and individual characteristics. Whitening can be done for 3 days in a row, so you can achieve the perfect shade you want.

Professional teeth whitening at home

With the help of your dentist, you must first select the most suitable system for self-whitening; fortunately, the market allows you to do this quite easily.

Whitening gels contain, in addition to flavoring additives, types and glycerin, 10 percent carbamide peroxide. The latter is considered the most effective and safe.

Repeated courses should be carried out as necessary.

In the presence of chronic diseases, allergic reactions, hypersensitivity, during pregnancy and breastfeeding, home whitening is strictly prohibited!

During teeth whitening, you must strictly adhere to your doctor's recommendations.

Home whitening is contraindicated in the following cases:

tooth mobility;
inflammatory gum diseases;
exposure of roots;
allergy to carbamide peroxide;

If you follow the instructions, teeth whitening at home is not harmful to the patient. Excessive use of whitening gels can lead to complete thinning of tooth enamel.

Luma White Plus (Opalescence)

A unique professional teeth whitening system at home. Consists of a special gel, a dental tray, and a light source. The gel is applied to the inner surface of the mouth guard, which is placed on the teeth and fits tightly to them. The lamp is aimed directly at the mouth guard and should shine for about 10 minutes. The maximum wearing time is 30 minutes per day. Longer or more frequent use causes damage to the enamel.

To achieve optimal results, the procedure must be repeated daily for 5-7 days.

Tips on how to make “pearl teeth” at home

All people, especially the fair sex, dream of having snow-white teeth. But, unfortunately, factors in our modern life prevent this, in particular:

low-quality food products: cheap sausage, artificially grown red fish containing harmful dyes, preservatives with a corrosive effect;
excessive drug abuse;
smoking;
age-related changes in the body.

Unfortunately, whitening procedures in dental clinics are currently expensive. You can improve the color of your teeth at home using simple folk methods. There are a great many of them, you just need to not be lazy and take care of yourself. All of the following products are used to clean teeth:

White clay, which contains kaolin, is an excellent cleanser. It is diluted with water to a creamy state and used to clean teeth. Rinse your mouth with clay water. Finished products containing this natural mineral (toothpastes, chewing gum) are also sold.
Finely ground table salt is added to tooth powder.
Baking soda, available to all housewives: it neutralizes acid in the mouth. A long-tested method: it is mixed into toothpaste. To enhance the effect, add a few drops of lemon, strawberry, strawberry juice, apple cider vinegar to the above remedy; Mix half a teaspoon of baking soda and crushed trichopolum tablets into the tooth powder.
The simplest remedy is hydrogen peroxide: a little peroxide is diluted with boiling water; Mix lemon juice and soda in equal proportions, add three to four drops of hydrogen peroxide.
Ancient methods of teeth whitening. Our ancestors have used them since ancient times. They didn't have household appliances or toothbrushes. Therefore, they cleaned their teeth with ash from the fire using their fingers or chewed resin, healing roots and tree branches. But these improved methods still exist:
ash, lime ash is considered the best. This substance (rich in mineral salts) is well suited for people who live in houses with a stove or fireplace. Under no circumstances should you use ash from burnt matches (you can find such advice in articles on the Internet);
tree resin (coniferous resin is considered the best). But it is also used by others (who did not chew cherry resin in childhood). You can buy oleoresin ready-made at a pharmacy or prepare it yourself.

How to prepare resin. To do this, select a middle-aged tree, cut off its bark and collect the resin in a jar. Store it in a cool, dark place, hermetically sealed. It is melted before use.

Using wild herbal remedies:
iris roots, calamus, collect and dry in the oven or dryer, then grind. These herbs grow in damp, wetlands;
roll the teeth cleaning tool in the prepared powders and thoroughly rub the teeth in all directions;
make an infusion of fresh birch leaves and clean the mouth with it, then use it for rinsing.
Eating garden crops with natural acids, these include:
pears;
celery;
citrus fruits, rose hips, but they must be used mixed with water;
Chewed strawberries, strawberries are kept in the mouth for several minutes.
Honey and bee products have strong bactericidal cleansing properties. Fresh honey, not sugared, has a stronger whitening effect. The following are drugs based on it:
honey mixed with soda or crushed sea salt is used as a cleaning mixture;
chew honey in honeycombs with bread until the wax can no longer be felt;
take 140 gr. white clay, two teaspoons of honey, four drops of sage or chamomile essential oil, 10-20 drops of propolis infusion in water. The clay and water are mixed until it forms a paste. Pour propolis infusion into the resulting mass and mix again. Essential oils are added to honey. Then the two prepared mixtures are combined.
Banana peel is rich in fluoride, which is why it is successfully used in teeth whitening recipes:
you need to take 0.5 teaspoon of oleoresin, sea salt and three tablespoons of banana peel ash;
Bring the dried resin to a dust state, take 0.5 teaspoons of sea salt and banana ash, dilute the mixture with olive oil.
A mixture of boiled water and essential oils:
take 0.5 teaspoon of soda and milk, mix these ingredients with egg white.
Rinse your mouth with solutions of natural acids, holding in your mouth for several minutes:
lemon juice with boiled water;
rosehip infusion.

Be careful, all of the above mixtures cannot be used by minor children or pregnant women. Since these are products with a cleaning effect and abrasive substances, they slightly damage the gums and tooth enamel. They cannot be used for a long time (once, twice a week or a month).

Caution: do not rub with a lemon slice. This procedure often leads to oral irritation!

It is better to rinse the oral cavity thoroughly after bleaching agents with infusions of herbs with an anti-inflammatory effect:

chamomile inflorescences;
linden flowers;
birch buds;
St. John's wort.

To enhance the effect, do not eat for several hours after teeth whitening. Good health and a “Hollywood” smile to you!

Sources used:

Whitening techniques in restorative dentistry / Linda Greenwall. — M.: Higher Education and Science
British Dental Association (BDA)
Therapeutic dentistry: Textbook / Ed. Yu.M. Maksimovsky. - M.: Medicine, 2002.

Advantages of the brand

Loyal pricing policy, a wide selection of strips, powders and White Secret toothpastes are the main advantages of the company, for which customers throughout the country love it. The procedure of teeth whitening at a dental clinic is an expensive pleasure, but many people want to have a beautiful smile. It is for them that White Secret whitening strips were created - since they were developed by a professional dentist and contain active and safe substances, their use does not thin out the enamel, does not harm the health of the mucous membranes and does not violate the natural integrity of the teeth.

Special White Secret pastes and powders can be used after whitening courses: they will help consolidate the effect obtained, have a beneficial effect on the condition of the gums, eliminate inflammation, fight plaque and tartar, relieve tooth sensitivity and freshen breath for a long time. Classic and powerful whitening courses are designed specifically for home use - they will make your smile radiant, and you can enjoy the results for a long time! This is a quick and safe way to lighten enamel without increasing sensitivity or compromising its protective functions. To buy White Secret whitening strips, powders, toothpastes, select the products you like, add to cart, click the “Place an order” button and within 10 minutes we will contact you to confirm it. Delivery is carried out throughout Moscow, St. Petersburg and throughout Russia, as well as major cities of Belarus and Kazakhstan.