Overlay teeth whitening at home

Overlay teeth whitening at home

On 3 June 201725 June 2024In Tooth whiteningTags

Probably everyone dreams of a beautiful white smile. On the one hand, there are many factors which have an adverse effect on the colour of teeth. On the other hand, there are many ways to whiten them. One of them is overlay teeth whitening.

 

What tooth colour depends on

Whether your smile is white depends on several factors. Unfortunately, some of these are independent of you and how you take care of your oral hygiene.

Exactly such a factor is the natural shade of the bone - it is a genetic issue. If yours is yellowish, your teeth will not be snow-white either.

You also have no control over your age. Unfortunately, the older you are, the faster your teeth change colour. It is also influenced by environmental factors, including what you eat and drink. So avoid coffee, red wine, berries and, of course, smoking. 

But that's not all!

Intrinsic factors such as incorrect root canal treatment and its consequences (e.g. pulp haemorrhages), damage to permanent teeth or caries are also responsible for the lack of a white smile and discolouration. Diseases such as cystic fibrosis, adrenal insufficiency or thyroid problems also have an impact.

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Home teeth whitening - what can you choose from?

You will find many ways on the internet how you can whiten your teeth with home remedies. However, some of them may cause you more problems than benefits. Instead of white teeth, you may end up with stained and damaged enamel. You can read more about this in our article "Home remedies for teeth whitening - pros and cons".

Therefore, if you dream of a beautiful white smile, it is best to contact your dentist. You can either use professional home methods or in-office treatments.

What does teeth whitening involve?

Changing the colour of teeth is possible due to the considerable permeability of enamel and dentin, which allows bleaching agents to penetrate into them. The most commonly used for tooth whitening are hydrogen peroxide, urea and sodium perborate.

With the overlay whitening method, which you can use at home, the whole process takes an average of 7 to 21 days, but the first results are visible after just a few days. On average, this will be a brightening of 2 tones.

You can also use the Enlighten system. It involves preparing individual trays and whitening your teeth in the office. It guarantees that your teeth are whitened to the colour vita B1, which in the world of dentistry means the whitest of whites.

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Professional, at-home tooth whitening - the overlay method

It involves applying a special preparation to the teeth, which is previously applied to a splint made of a transparent, flexible material.

However, before you decide on this method, make an appointment to find out if this is the right teeth whitening treatment for you. Your dentist will also check the condition of your teeth, the tightness of your fillings and the condition of your periodontium, so that the treatment will be safe for you. The next step will be hygienization, which is cleaning your teeth of plaque and tartar.

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Overlay teeth whitening - how to use?

The kit for overlay teeth whitening consists of splints for two dental arches and a gel preparation. It is a good idea to lubricate the gums with Vaseline to prevent possible gum irritation. You should use your finger or a gauze pad to remove any excess gel that comes out after pressing the cap. Also remember to rinse your mouth with water.

You can wear the overlays during the day or at night, but no longer than 5 hours. Importantly, you should not eat or drink during this time. Throughout the teeth whitening period, avoid citrus fruits, which damage the enamel, as well as red wine, coffee and other products that contribute to tooth discolouration.

Once the splints are removed, simply remove any residual product by rinsing the mouth with clean water. Rinse and dry the cap.

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Advantages of overlay teeth whitening

Firstly, it is a completely safe method of teeth whitening. Secondly, it is convenient, as it can be applied at home at any time convenient for you. The trays are not visible, so you can easily wear them at work or other public places.

The big advantage of this method is the price - it is lower than dental treatments. In our practice, overlay teeth whitening starts from just £250. Importantly, the overlays are reusable and thus can serve you for a longer period of time.

You can find the price list on our website.

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