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WHAT IS A TEETH WHITENING?

WHAT IS A TEETH WHITENING?

Teeth whitening is the easiest method of achieving a beautiful smile. If you are looking for teeth whitening, then Smilestone Dental Care in Rajarhat Newtown is the best place for you.

Chair Side Whitening: This procedure is performed directly at the dental clinic and typically lasts between 45 minutes to an hour. It covers all the teeth visible when smiling. Most patients achieve their desired results in just 1-2 visits, and the effects are long-lasting.

At-home Whitening: With this option, you'll receive custom-made bleaching trays and a whitening kit to use at home. It takes around 2-4 weeks to see full results, which are slightly less potent compared to chairside whitening but still effective.

Mini Whitening: This quick procedure focuses specifically on the upper and lower 6 front teeth, taking only 25 minutes. It's perfect for brightening and whitening your smile, especially recommended for smokers and those prone to easily stained teeth.

HOW MUCH WHITER WILL MY TEETH BE?

HOW MUCH WHITER WILL MY TEETH BE?

How white the teeth will be depends on the kind of discoloration you have. People with yellow coloured teeth or discoloration respond better than people with brownish teeth. People who have grey to purple discoloration do not respond to whitening and are better candidates for veneers or crowns. We will help you with the correct whitening solution when you visit us for a consultation. Usually teeth become a minimum of 3 to maximum 8 shades whiter. Have a look at the whitening scale to judge!

HOW LONG DO THE EFFECTS OF WHITENING LAST? ARE THEY PERMANENT?

HOW LONG DO THE EFFECTS OF WHITENING LAST? ARE THEY PERMANENT?

Depending on the teeth whitening opted, the previous condition of your teeth and lifestyle, effects of whitening can last anywhere between 6 months(for a mini teeth whitening) to 5 years(chairside). You will be advised home teeth care for extending the life of your whitening. It is best to use dentist recommended whitening toothpaste once in a while to ensure the whitening lasts for a long time.

Other things you can do to ensure a stain free whiter smile:

  1. Rinse your mouth with water after consuming tea coffee or food and drinks which stain
  2. Brush and floss regularly
  3. Consider touch ups once in 6 months or an year to ensure whitening lasts

I AM GETTING MARRIED. WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO GET WHITENING DONE?


Ideally it is 3 weeks prior. However if you want, you can get a chair side whitening done 2-3 months prior and top it up with a mini whitening session 2 weeks prior. We will guide you when you visit us

DOES TEETH WHITENING CAUSE SENSITIVITY OR DAMAGE TEETH?


Modern dentist guided teeth whitening cause little to no sensitivity. Chances of teeth sensitivity increase if you have unhealthy gums. Your dentist will best guide you. Gum treatments like Deep cleanings and comprehensive gum therapy can help you with these.
Using over the counter whitening products or home remedies without dentist recommendation is risky. This can cause damage to enamel by thinning it making it more prone to breakage and chipping.
Getting whitening done under dentist guidance will ensure the best results without damage

WHAT RESTRICTIONS DO I HAVE TO FOLLOW POST TEETH WHITENING?

WHAT RESTRICTIONS DO I HAVE TO FOLLOW POST TEETH WHITENING?

Post teeth whitening it is best to avoid coloured food and drinks like ones containing haldi or food colour for 48 hours. Apart from this, it is a safe & effective procedure to brighten up your smiles

HOW MUCH DOES TEETH WHITENING COST?

HOW MUCH DOES TEETH WHITENING COST?

The average cost of teeth whitening in Kolkata is between INR 3500 - INR 18000.