Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening is an aesthetic procedure considered to make the tooth colour lighter and brighter. Suitability is determined by the cause of discolouration, tooth sensitivity, enamel structure, and oral health.
Teeth whitening is an aesthetic procedure that aims to lighten discolouration on the tooth surface or within the tooth structure using professional methods. Not every type of discolouration responds equally to whitening; fillings, crowns, and laminate restorations do not whiten. A clinician's assessment is required for safe planning.
What is this treatment?
Teeth whitening is a professional aesthetic dental procedure that aims to shift the existing colour of the teeth to a lighter shade. Tea, coffee, smoking, ageing, certain medications, or the enamel-dentine structure can all affect tooth colour.
This procedure does not completely change the natural structure of the teeth, and it does not produce the same degree of whiteness in every patient. Furthermore, fillings, crowns, zirconia restorations, and laminate veneers are not affected by whitening. For this reason, an intra-oral assessment must be carried out before whitening.
The treatment decision is made together with suitability.
Who may be a candidate?
- People with darkening or discolouration of their natural tooth colour.
- Patients with staining caused by tea, coffee, or smoking.
- Individuals whose gum health and enamel are considered suitable for whitening.
- Patients whose aesthetic expectation is a natural lightening of their tooth shade.
- People who can follow the aftercare recommendations following whitening.
Who may not be a candidate?
- People with active decay or gum disease.
- Patients with severe tooth sensitivity.
- People with a large number of visible fillings, crowns, or restorations in their mouth.
- Individuals in special circumstances such as pregnancy or breastfeeding who require clinical assessment.
- Patients with unrealistic expectations of an 'extremely white' result.
Evaluation criteria
Before teeth whitening, the cause of discolouration, the presence of tartar, gum health, enamel cracks, sensitivity level, and existing restorations are assessed. In some cases, a scale and polish or other oral health treatments may be required first.
Whitening carried out without a proper assessment may lead to problems such as sensitivity or uneven colour appearance.
How is the process planned in Antalya?
In Antalya, the teeth whitening process can generally be planned as a relatively brief clinical procedure. However, gum health, the presence of decay, sensitivity, and existing restorations must be evaluated before treatment.
At Dentselfy, whitening is approached not only with the goal of achieving a lighter shade but with the aim of a natural and facially harmonious appearance. The most appropriate method is determined after a clinical examination.
Treatment process
Pre-assessment
Tooth colour, cause of discolouration, and sensitivity are reviewed.
Oral health check
Decay, gum problems, or tartar are assessed.
Method selection
In-clinic or at-home whitening options are discussed.
Application
The whitening procedure is carried out under clinical supervision.
Outcome review
Degree of lightening and sensitivity level are assessed.
Aftercare advice
Recommendations to reduce staining are shared.
Post-treatment care
In the first days after teeth whitening, care should be taken with foods and beverages that may cause staining. Tea, coffee, red wine, smoking, and intensely coloured foods can affect the result.
Sensitivity may occur; this is generally temporary. However, if sensitivity is severe or prolonged, a dentist should be consulted. Preserving the whitening result depends on regular oral care, professional check-ups, and managing personal habits.
Expected outcome
Teeth whitening aims to achieve a lighter and brighter appearance. The outcome varies depending on the natural tooth colour, the cause of discolouration, the method used, sensitivity level, and the patient's habits.
The same shade of whiteness is not achieved in every patient. The goal is not an artificial whiteness but a safe lightening of the natural tooth colour.
Treatment duration and guarantee
The information below is for general planning only; exact duration and suitability are confirmed after a personal assessment.
| Treatment | Visits | Length of stay | Guarantee period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examination and assessment | 1 year | 1 day | None |
| Dental check-up, examination and 3D tomography | 1 year | 1 day | None |
| Annual check-up examination | 1 year | 1 day | None |
| Laser teeth whitening | 1 visit | — | — |
| Straumann Roxolid® SLA® implant + titanium abutment | 2 visits | 1–2 days on the first visit; second visit 2 months later | Lifetime |
| Straumann Roxolid® SLActive® implant + titanium abutment | 1 visit | 6 days | Lifetime |
| Camlog implant | 1 visit | 6 days | 20 years |
| SIN implant + titanium abutment | 1 visit | 6 days | 10 years |
| Sinus lifting | 2 visits | 6 days | None |
| Bone graft | 2 visits | 6 days | None |
| White composite filling | 1 visit | 1 day | 1 year |
| Root canal treatment (per canal) | 1–3 visits | — | — |
| Ceramic inlay / onlay | 3–4 visits | 5 days | 3 years |
| Zirconia inlay / onlay | 3–4 visits | 5 days | 3 years |
| Porcelain crown | 3–4 visits | 5 days | 5 years |
| Zirconia crown | 3–4 visits | 5 days | 5 years |
| E.max® crown | 3–4 visits | 5 days | 5 years |
| Celtra® crown | 3–4 visits | 5 days | 5 years |
| Celtra Duo® laminate veneer | 3–4 visits | 5 days | 5 years |
| E.max® laminate veneer | 3–4 visits | 5 days | 5 years |
| Removable acrylic denture — both jaws | — | — | — |
| Removable metal denture | — | — | — |
| Partial metal denture | 3–4 visits | 7–10 days | 3 years |
| Implant-supported overdenture | 3–4 visits | 7–10 days | 3 years |
| Temporary denture | — | — | — |
| Simple tooth extraction | 1 visit | 1 day | None |
| Complex tooth extraction | 1 visit | 1 day | None |
| Wisdom tooth extraction | 1 visit | 1 day | None |
Frequently asked questions
No. In the presence of decay, gum disease, severe sensitivity, or extensive restorations, a clinician's assessment is required first.
No. Restorations such as fillings, zirconia crowns, porcelain crowns, and laminate veneers do not change colour with whitening.
Some people may experience temporary sensitivity. The degree and duration of sensitivity varies by individual.
The longevity of the result depends on tea, coffee, smoking, oral hygiene, and tooth structure. Regular maintenance helps to preserve the result.
This decision should be made by the clinician based on tooth structure, sensitivity, and the desired outcome.
In suitable cases, it may be planned within a short timeframe. However, the procedure should not be planned without an oral health and sensitivity assessment.
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