Teeth whitening with the ZOOM lamp and with a gum shield
The procedure is completely painless and takes about an hour. Most often, immediately after the procedure, the teeth become whiter by two or more shades according to the “Vita” scale, and sometimes even by eight! The final result is visible after 1-2 weeks.
Procedures are carried out by:
Brigita Kalinauskaitė | Dental hygienist
Agnė Trečiokaitė | Dental hygienist
Teeth whitening at dentist is recommended:
/ in the case of tooth colour irregularities, fluorosis, internal and external stains;
/ to lighten dark teeth;
/ before aesthetic sealing or prosthetics;
/ for darkened endodontically treated teeth.
For those who want an even better effect and want to keep their teeth white for a long time, we make specially adapted tooth whitening gum shield, in which you need to put the whitening gel and put them on for several hours during the day or night.
About the teeth whitening procedure
The outer layer of the tooth is called enamel, the inner darker layer is called dentine. The colour of a natural tooth is caused by light reflecting off the light enamel and darker dentine inside the tooth. Your genes affect the lightness and thickness of the enamel, and the thinner the enamel, the more that darker dentine shines through. Also, those who smoke, like coffee or wine notice changes in the colour of their teeth much sooner.
Therefore, more and more of our patients agree that teeth whitening and the price paid for it pays off very quickly, because a beautiful smile gives more self-confidence and makes you feel much better.
Teeth whitening is a procedure that uses hydrogen or carbamide peroxide to lighten teeth. All modern bleaching methods use the same chemical in varying strengths.
Types of teeth whitening
There are several types of teeth whitening and that always raises a question what is the best teeth whitening method. It is always necessary to evaluate what kind of effect you expect: quick, long-term, small, large. The price, duration and effectiveness of teeth whitening depend on it.
The main types of teeth whitening:
/ teeth whitening with gum shield (at home*);
/ using a bleach lamp (ZOOM);
/ laser teeth whitening (Epic X BioLase).
/ special strips, pencils, whitening pastes, etc. – are not very effective methods and can even be harmful when bought online. Whitening pastes remove plaque from teeth, but do not whiten chemically.
* If you decide to whiten your teeth at home, the effect will not be achieved so quickly and you may have to face side effects, because it is not always possible to purchase good quality whitening products, such as tooth whitening gum shield. We receive patients who come to the clinic with unevenly whitened teeth after trying to whiten them at home with means of unknown origin. Dentist teeth whitening is always a safer option.
Usually, peroxide effectively brightens teeth, but the whitening effect is always individual. The result depends on the structure of the tooth, the thickness of the enamel, the type of pigment.
There are cases where teeth whitening is achieves very hard (for example, if the teeth are affected by tetracycline).
Important:
1/ It is not advised to whiten teeth with worn enamel, in case of gingivitis, periodontitis.
2/ You should consult a doctor before teeth whitening.
3/ It is recommended to postpone this procedure for pregnant and nursing mothers, persons under 18 years of age.
4/ Fillings and crowns do not whiten, so they may need to be changed or adjusted after whitening.
Prices
The price of teeth whitening gum protector is lower than teeth whitening with the ZOOM system or teeth whitening laser cost, but in terms of efficiency and tooth preservation, our clinic recommends performing the procedure with a laser, and using gum shield for whitening teeth as a long-term means to maintain whiteness.
Prices of the most popular services:
Gum shield for whitening teeth system (primary)
Teeth whitening dentist service with ZOOM lamp
269 €
Financing options
Dental prosthetics and its cost: the price of this procedure can always be friendly to our patients. For those who cannot pay the full amount at once, we offer to pay for the treatment in parts. Our partners Inbank will help you to cover dental bridges cost, teeth crowns cost and purchase the dental prosthetics service in installments.
Other possible financing options:
/ Billing with health insurance funds when the patient has concluded a contract with the insurance company.
/ Funding from territorial health insurance funds for patients covered by mandatory health insurance.
Which teeth whitening method should I choose?
There is no single answer. Both teeth whitening with the ZOOM system and with the use of a tooth whitening gum shields are effective, but using a tooth whitening gum shield requires more effort and time, and there is a greater risk of tooth and gum damage. You can always look for various additional information online such photos of teeth whitening laser before and after; and get answers to questions like laser teeth whitening – how long does it last?
Teeth whitening with the ZOOM system is performed in one visit and is undoubtedly the most innovative, effective and safe way to whiten teeth. Why
1/ Electron microscope studies by Dr. Andreas Moritz at the University of Vienna have proven that Philips ZOOM teeth whitening does not damage the enamel at all.
2/ A deep effect can only be achieved with ZOOM whitening – the activated whitening agent reaches not only the enamel, but also the dentine.
3/ The rays of the ZOOM system accelerate the chemical oxidation reaction and the teeth whiten faster. The whitening agent is in contact with the teeth for only 30-40 minutes. (10 nights when whitening with a gum shield), so the risk of teeth damage is significantly reduced.
4/ Whitening with the ZOOM lamp is safe and due to the fact that the lamp does not generate heat when activating the whitening material, so there is less risk of damaging the tooth pulp (nerve), the teeth barely show any increased sensitivity after whitening.
5/ Teeth whitening with Philips ZOOM – a quick and effective procedure, the price of which is relatively low, considering the effect, safety and long-term impact. Teeth whiteness lasts about 1-3 years, depending on personal oral hygiene habits.
6/ The price of teeth whitening with a gum shield is lower than whitening ZOOM, but in terms of efficiency and tooth preservation, our clinic recommends performing the procedure with the ZOOM system, and using gum shield as a long-term means of maintaining whiteness.
Reviews of clients of the clinic “Vilniaus implantologijos namai”:
Whitening procedure with ZOOM system:
Teeth whitening near me in our dental clinic located in Vilnius. ZOOM teeth whitening ensures gentle, safe, fast and effective teeth whitening in one visit!
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The gums are covered with special protection to prevent the bleach from getting on the gums and damaging them.
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A special ZOOM whitening gel is applied to the teeth, then it is activated by a lamp for 15 minutes and three times. ZOOM lamps accelerate the chemical oxidation reaction and whiten teeth faster.
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The bleaching agent is washed off and the gum protection is removed.
After the ZOOM whitening procedure, you should continue to follow your usual oral hygiene – brush your teeth twice a day and floss. It is recommended to maximally limit the consumption of colouring foods (coffee, tea, red wine) or consume them through a straw for at least one week after the procedure.
Smoking, coffee, tea, red wine and other colouring foods reduce the whitening effect in the long run. It is possible to maintain the achieved whiteness of the teeth once every 6 months by applying whitening gum shield or repeating laser whitening every 1-2 years
ZOOM teeth whitening may not be suitable if a person is allergic to any of the ingredients in the whitening gel. Be sure to inform your dentist about any suspected allergies and they will suggest the most suitable teeth whitening method for you.
Teeth whitening with gum shield
This method of whitening can be used as a main or “supportive” method. If you have performed laser teeth whitening at the clinic and want to maintain the whiteness effect for a long time, we suggest making teeth whitening gum shield that will serve you for many years and it will be enough to perform a whitening cycle just once every six months.
If teeth whitening with gum shield is selected, dental imprints are taken during the first visit, and based on them individual gum protector is made. Whitening gel is put inside – 10-16 percent carbamide peroxide.
Gum shield is worn during the day or night for 4-6 hours. A complete whitening cycle lasts up to 10 days/nights.
We recommend that you follow the dentist’s instructions exactly, so that you do not face cases of tooth damage later. It is especially important to use a dentist-recommended whitening toothpaste from a reliable manufacturer.
If the teeth whitening paste is of poor quality, the teeth may become sensitive – you will feel pain in the gums, tingling, which may not go away for a long time. Teeth may also whiten unevenly: with streaks or spots. So choose the whitening toothpaste responsibly
Our clinic provides services to people living abroad: after planning visits in advance, we can beautify your smile in two to three days.
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