Teeth whitening is one of the most common and demanded dental treatments today.
The weight of aesthetics has made this dental procedure one of the most requested in recent years.

A teeth whitening is a cosmetic dentistry treatment that aims to eliminate the stains that form on the teeth and make the dentition acquire a whiter and brighter tone, without damaging the enamel.
These spots can be internal or external and the treatment will be personalized depending on where they are.

Whitening treatment is a safe and simple procedure, but it is important that you know some previous aspects before going to our dental clinic in the Les Corts neighborhood of Barcelona.
Take note of the 10 things you need to know before undergoing this treatment.

10 things you should take into account when whitening your teeth

1. Consult a professional and let him advise you.

A teeth whitening is a dental treatment.
Therefore, first of all, you need to let yourself be advised.
There are options to do this either at the clinic or at home, as long as you follow your dentist’s instructions.
There is also the possibility of making a hybrid model, always under the supervision of our professionals.

2. Possible tooth sensitivity in the following hours

Teeth whitenings can cause some tooth sensitivity immediately after they are performed. This is relatively normal and is the result of the products used.
If the symptoms persist, which is unlikely, it will be necessary to act the treatment.

3. Does not damage tooth enamel

Professional whitening performed at Oris does not harm tooth enamel in any case.
In fact, there are many studies that show that this type of treatment does not make teeth more fragile.

4. Not suitable for everyone

Teeth whitening can only be performed when we are in good health not only in our teeth, but also in our gums.
If we have cavities, cracks in tooth enamel or very high sensitivity, it will not be advisable to do this treatment.
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5. It is not a permanent treatment

The effects last between 6 months and 2 years.
Currently, there is no treatment that whitens our teeth permanently: the results of the treatment are immediate, but the duration of teeth whitening will depend on various factors of the patient, such as age, oral cleaning habits or the type of treatment chosen.

6. Watch out for food after blanching

During the following days it is important to avoid foods with strong colours, such as spinach, strawberries, blackberries, pumpkin, chocolate… It is recommended that you opt for a ‘white’ diet for a few days, that is, that you consume products such as milk, cheese, boiled rice…
Just for a few days, don’t worry!

7. You must have the brush at hand

You already know that oral hygiene is important, but after teeth whitening it is even more so.
At the end of each meal, brush your teeth properly and floss or floss.
Be careful that your toothpaste does not contain artificial colours: it is best to use toothpastes to treat tooth hypersensitivity.

8. The Internet and Its Risks

In Spain, it is prohibited by law to sell teeth whitening systems online to patients.
It’s a crime.
You could only buy foreign products, which we do not know if they have passed the mandatory health checks and could put not only your teeth but also your oral health at risk.
Therefore, leave the whitewashing in the hands of a professional.

9. Watch out for homemade or natural bleaches

There is a lot of misinformation about teeth whitening.
Certain homemade methods for whitening teeth with lemon are circulating.
Be careful because it may whiten your teeth, yes, but it can also remove the enamel that ensures the health of your teeth.

10. It is not a substitute for oral cleaning

Teeth whitening is a purely aesthetic treatment, it is not oral cleaning.
In other words, teeth whitening does not replace the periodic cleanings that must be carried out.