We all dream of a bright, pleasant smile, but no one wants an unnatural, blinding result. To make sure you get the best outcome from teeth whitening in Dubai, it helps to ask the right questions before committing. At Vilafortuny we encourage every patient to be informed, so here are the questions worth asking.
What method is being used, and how strong are the chemicals?
A widely approved solution for whitening is a 10 per cent carbamide peroxide gel, the same kind used in many at-home products. Professional bleaching should not be excessively strong, or you risk complications, so it is worth asking exactly what is being used to ensure you are not exposed to anything that could harm your wellbeing.
Who is carrying out the whitening?
Many quick whitening services are not even supervised by a dentist, which is never advisable. Stronger solutions of 15 to 35 per cent hydrogen peroxide, often used with a laser, should only be delivered by a trained dentist. In untrained hands, these can cause gum irritation, sensitivity, and over-bleaching. A dentist is also needed to manage colour differences between your natural teeth and any veneers or crowns.
Will whitening actually be effective?
Whitening works best on stains caused by food and drink, but not every kind of discolouration responds to it. If an underlying issue such as a root canal problem or decay is the cause, that needs to be addressed first, as whitening alone will not fix it.
Will it affect existing dental work?
If you have had previous dental work, check whether whitening will affect it. Crowns and veneers cannot be whitened, because the composite or porcelain materials do not respond to bleaching, so this needs to be planned for in advance.
How white should your teeth be?
Dentists can adjust the treatment to control the level of whitening, so it is important that you and your dentist agree on the result you want. The whitest possible shade is not always the most flattering, and a shade that suits your complexion usually looks far more natural. It is also worth discussing how long your results are likely to last.
Safe, natural whitening at Vilafortuny, Dubai
Established in Dubai since 2006, Vilafortuny provides dentist-supervised whitening planned around your goals and your complexion. To discuss your options, book a consultation at Vilafortuny on Al Wasl Road, Jumeirah 3, Dubai.
