Teeth Whitening: Options, Side effect, Cost

Dr Abi
May 18, 2022
2 min read

QUESTION: Can you suggest better ways to whiten teeth? If it has to be get done by doctor how much does it cost and what are its side effects?

Yellow teeth could be due to many reasons Topmost are-

1. You might have taken some medication. 2. You are not brushing at night / in the morning / or using datun or using red paste. 3. Genetically 4. Water in your area

5. Smoking stains

6. Tobacco/ Paan Chewing/ Gutka Habits

and there are many other reasons.

For whitening your teeth

Toothpaste available - Glizer Dr. Reddy

-Colgate white sparkle /visible white

Teeth whitening chemical is kept less in toothpastes, you might see the results with these toothpastes if you brush with them three times a day.

Note : Regular use of such toothpaste can make your teeth sensitive to hot and cold, can also abrade your teeth.

Also, such toothpaste doesn't give the desired results.

The benefits are long-lasting, it is handy, with less chemical use you can get pretty ok looking glowy teeth.

But if you want extreme results then In-office dental whitening is the best.

Mouthwash available

Hydrogen peroxide mouthwash 3: 1

Home Whitening Kits are available (for this you need to visit a dentist)

also most effective is in office teeth whitening (dentist visit)

In office teeth whitening-office

One appointment procedure per session is of 20 minutes will cost 4000 / 6000/ 8000/12000/15000/20000/25000/30000 (all depending on what whitening system is used, what material is used, and the percentage of material used) The procedure is done completely in-office only.

Cost also depends on the area and the experienced dentist More posh the area is more will be the charges More experienced the dentist is more will be charges and less will be complications.

Side effects could be 1. Time-taking procedure. 2. Techniques sensitive 3. Sensitivity after teeth whitening 4. Not indicated in patients with hypersensitivity 5. Chemicals can burn your gums if not protected.