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Teeth Whitening – What Exactly Is It?

Teeth whitening helps reduce surface stains and discolouration on your teeth. Tooth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental treatments, simply because it makes your teeth look better. At-home teeth whitening is one of the best ways to brighten your smile. It can also be done at the dentist and in some beauty salons, but very few places offer it with genuine Beaming White products. Teeth whitening isn’t a one-time treatment – you’ll need to repeat it every so often if you want to maintain the results, since teeth gradually yellow again over time.

Why should teeth whitening matter to me?

There are many different reasons to whiten your teeth. Every person is different, and just as our hair and skin colour vary, so does the natural shade of our teeth. Very few people have naturally dazzling white teeth, and teeth tend to turn more yellow or darker with age. Teeth can also become stained by various foods and drinks such as tea, coffee, red wine and blackcurrant. Smoking also changes the colour of your teeth. In some people, stains can form beneath the outer layer of the tooth, caused by things like strong antibiotics or micro-cracks in the teeth that let staining substances seep through. For this, at-home teeth whitening with Beaming White products is one of the most effective and affordable options.
Be sure to also read our article on superfoods for whiter teeth.

What does a teeth whitening kit include?

The most common approach is whitening your teeth at home. There are teeth whitening kits available for exactly this purpose. A kit includes a whitening gel, an LED lamp, mouth trays and everything else needed for the treatment. Beaming White has been producing high-quality products for over ten years now, which is why it’s become one of the most popular brands worldwide.
Teeth can also be whitened at the dentist’s office, which typically costs between €300 and €1,500, depending on where you have it done, whether any preliminary treatment is needed, and so on. If you choose to have the whitening treatment done there, a rubber barrier is fitted to protect your gums, since the whitening gel they use contains a high concentration of chemical agents and gums can become sensitive. The whitening gel is then applied to your teeth. If you’ve already had a dental impression made previously, that is used instead.

How long does teeth whitening take?

At-home teeth whitening takes about 60 minutes in total – two 30-minute sessions. If needed, you can order more whitening gel and continue whitening with your existing equipment. At the dentist, the whole process usually takes three to four weeks. First, you visit the dentist for a check-up to rule out gum disease, then for a fitting to make your whitening trays (dental impression), which also takes a bit of time to produce. After that you’re invited in for your first whitening treatment, followed by a short break so as not to put too much strain on your gums.
With the at-home treatment, you get an effective whitening result in 60 minutes, and you can whiten more frequently if needed, since the whitening gel included in the kits contains far fewer chemical agents.
Beauty salons use a similar procedure to the dentist’s, but you should always check which manufacturer’s whitening gel is being used! Unfortunately, there are many places and service providers in Estonia that don’t follow European regulations and requirements, and instead order their products from China. Beaming White teeth whitening products meet all requirements, and if needed you can also contact the Estonian Health Board to confirm this. If you buy a whitening service at a beauty salon, always ask them to open the whitening kit in front of you! Beauty salons also use a professional whitening lamp.

Teeth Whitening – How Long Does It Last?

The results of teeth whitening can last a very long time, but this depends heavily on various factors and on the individual. The result depends on whether you smoke, and whether you drink dark beverages such as red wine, coca-cola, black tea and so on. There are also plenty of dark-coloured foods that can turn teeth yellow again. Ask your dentist which aspects of your lifestyle affect your tooth colour the most.

What Are the Side Effects?

During a treatment at the dentist’s, gums may become sensitive, though this varies from person to person. Teeth whitening in general does not cause any side effects. You shouldn’t whiten your teeth if you’re pregnant, since it isn’t yet well understood what effect this might have on an unborn baby. Since it’s a cosmetic procedure, it’s best to simply postpone it.

How Do Whitening Toothpastes Work?

There are many toothpastes on the market that claim to whiten teeth, but they don’t actually whiten them, since they don’t contain the necessary active ingredients. Whitening toothpaste is designed more to remove surface stains, which can slightly change the colour of your teeth. They’re also useful for helping maintain the results achieved with a teeth whitening kit.

Does Teeth Whitening Work on Fillings?

If anyone tells you that teeth whitening works on all teeth, that’s not true. Fillings, crowns, caps and other artificial teeth do not whiten! The only thing that might happen is that artificial teeth get cleaned by at most one shade, if they’re quite old. If your fillings or crowns are lighter than your natural teeth, teeth whitening can help even out the shades. If it’s the other way around, visit your dentist, who can clean your crowns. If you have braces, only the area around them will whiten. If your teeth are yellowish, you can certainly go ahead and whiten them, but if you’re due to have your braces removed soon, it’s better to wait until then.

How Do I Keep My Teeth White After Whitening?

Cutting back on smoking definitely helps. Drinking fewer dark beverages and eating fewer dark foods also helps maintain the result. The best approach is to use aftercare products such as teeth whitening foam, whitening toothpaste and a whitening pen.

What Other Beauty Products Does iSmile.ee Offer?

In addition to teeth whitening products, we also offer Swedish Nutra liquid vitamins and supplements. This innovative Swedish company has won numerous awards, and their range includes some of the best vitamins for women, vitamins for children and, for example, hair vitamins.
Be sure to also check out our facial care products, which include some amazing Vitamasques Korean face masks, exfoliating gels, primers and much more!