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Whitening: possible risks and side effects

Tooth sensitivity or irritation of the mouth can appear during treatment.

Published by Dr Hafça Moqadem, Dental surgeon in Marrakech1 min read

Illustration : Blanchiment : risques et effets secondaires possibles
Article contents
  1. The discomfort to be aware of
  2. Follow the instructions for the prescribed product
  3. Allow for the cosmetic limits

In brief

  • Tooth sensitivity or irritation of the mouth can appear during treatment.
  • Do not extend the applications or mix products to try to get a quicker result.
  • Restorations such as crowns, fillings and veneers do not change colour with whitening.

The discomfort to be aware of

Tooth sensitivity or irritation of the mouth can appear during treatment. In some situations the protocol needs to be delayed or adapted. The assessment beforehand helps identify dental or gum problems that need treating.

Follow the instructions for the prescribed product

Do not extend the applications or mix products to try to get a quicker result. The professional should explain what to do if you feel discomfort. Significant or persistent pain should not be ignored.

Allow for the cosmetic limits

Restorations such as crowns, fillings and veneers do not change colour with whitening. A difference in shade may become more visible. The choice should take this into account rather than promise an even shade to every patient.

Sources and references

To find out more about the general information in this article:

The visual guide

Shade, shape, position: 3 different goals

Principles to help you prepare your questions. The assessment makes it possible to know what suits your situation.

ItemPrincipleTo clarify at the clinic
WhiteningLightens natural teeth.Does not change the shape; existing restorations do not whiten.
CompositeAdds a resin to correct certain shape defects.Maintenance, touch-ups and possibilities depend on the tooth.
VeneersCover the visible surface to change shape and appearance.Some preparation may be needed and must be explained before any decision.

A daily guide

Brushing time, in practice.

The NHS recommends about 2 minutes of brushing, twice a day, with a fluoride toothpaste.

2minutes
2times a day
4minutes a day

Source: NHS, How to keep your teeth clean. A prevention guide, with no prediction of an individual result.

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