Tooth whitening

2 sessions

The teeth whitening treatment in Jalón can be done as a standalone treatment, improving up to 8 shades of your tooth color!; or as part of a broader aesthetic treatment plan, for example, as a preliminary procedure before placing porcelain veneers.

Vital teeth whitening can be done either in the office or at home; always after a review and following the guidelines recommended by the specialist.

However, non-vital or internal teeth whitening is always performed in the office, as we need to access the inside of the tooth to apply the whitening product. It is indicated for teeth that have darkened due to root canal treatment or dental trauma.

In the office: This teeth whitening treatment in Jalón involves applying a whitening product to the surface of the teeth, which is activated using a special lamp that emits high-intensity cold light. We first apply a protective gel on the gums to prevent any discomfort from the procedure. Two sessions of 30 minutes on different days are carried out, during which 2 to 3 applications of the whitening agent are performed.

At home: The whitening gel is applied to the teeth using a custom-made tray. It is used once a day for 2-3 weeks, depending on the case.

To achieve successful results, it is common to combine both treatment methods.

One of the side effects is dental sensitivity to cold and heat during and after the teeth whitening treatment in Jalón, as the whitening process makes the enamel more porous to allow the gel to penetrate and whiten. However, this sensitivity is reversible within a few days, and the enamel fully returns to its normal porosity.

For patients with dental sensitivity who wish to undergo teeth whitening, it is possible as long as desensitizing procedures are performed before the treatment.

The teeth whitening treatment should not be performed if there are defects, cracks, or fissures in the tooth’s crown, dental cavities, or untreated periodontal disease, fillings in poor condition, patients with poor oral hygiene, or smokers who cannot give up this habit during the whitening treatment period. It should also not be performed on pregnant or breastfeeding women.

During the teeth whitening treatment, and for about 10 to 15 days afterward, it is advisable to avoid smoking and consuming foods and drinks that contain high levels of pigments, such as coffee, red wine, tea, blackberries, etc.