Whitening with the Air-Flow system ("Air-Flo")
The Air-Flow system (“Air-Flo”) is usually used after ultrasonic cleaning and is included in the complex of professional oral hygiene. The essence of Air-Flow is that an air stream mixed with particles of water and a special cleaning powder (soda-based) is supplied through a special nozzle. This removes the dark bacterial film from the enamel and polishes the enamel. As a result, teeth look 1-2 shades lighter (the original natural shade), acquire shine1 and also become more protected, because It is quite difficult for bacteria to attach to a polished surface.
SVETLANA ZEYNALOVA, TV presenter
Svetlana has straight, beautiful teeth by nature.
Svetlana is the owner of her straight, beautiful teeth. This can be seen in the natural color and shape. It is recommended to periodically have your teeth professionally cleaned at a dental clinic.
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Whitening using enamel remineralization
Remineralization saturates tooth enamel with “building” elements – calcium, phosphorus, fluorine. As a result, it becomes stronger and lighter (but not by much, only 1-2 tones). In dentistry, a special two-phase system is used - deep fluoridation, suitable for adults and children with mixed dentition. At home, you can use pharmaceutical remineralizing gels (for example, ROCS), which are available for adults and for children from 2-3 years of age.
On a note! All of the above measures will not make the smile snow-white, like that of a screen star, but, nevertheless, they will lighten it a little - and this will still be noticeable from the outside. But to make your teeth truly white, i.e. To whiten them significantly (by 8-15 tones), you need to turn to professional bleaching.
other methods
There are other ways to quickly whiten your teeth at home - to do this you will have to use different whitening compounds in different forms. You will see results from them faster than using traditional methods.
The following methods can be considered for whitening at home with the help of preparations:
- Teeth whitening with special strips
Whitening pastes - sold in all specialized stores. Most people use them incorrectly because they use them like regular toothpaste. The whitening effect is achieved by including special abrasive substances in the composition, which, with constant use, destroy the enamel. You are allowed to use toothpaste with a whitening effect no more than 1-2 times a week.
- Strips – whitening strips are used twice a day for 30 minutes for two weeks. They can achieve 4 tones of whitening. The use of strips has a side effect - burning of the gums due to the influence of the compound contained on the strips.
- Pencils – whitening pencils help in whitening and cleaning teeth. For processing, you should use a specially attached brush, which is placed on the pencil and a separate processing is carried out.
- gels are recommended for use with a mouth guard. They are applied in the morning and evening, the composition is washed off naturally with saliva.
When choosing a teeth whitening product, it is recommended to pay attention to ease of use.
Photobleaching – ZOOM technique and others
Why do stars have snow-white teeth? The answer is simple - to improve their appearance, they turn to specialists. For example, one of the most popular methods is photo-whitening ZOOM 3 and ZOOM 4. Its essence is that a gel containing bleaching substances - hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide - is applied to the tooth enamel. Next, the doctor turns on a special lamp with ultraviolet light, under the rays of which a chemical reaction begins in the gel. Its components penetrate the enamel and lighten it by 10-15 tones, making it truly snow-white.
In addition to the ZOOM method, Amazing White and Beyond are widely used. But they have a slightly different concentration of active substances, there is no ultraviolet light in the lamp, and the brightening effect is less pronounced than that of Zoom.
Hollywood smile after veneers
What else can you do?
Prosthetics with crowns are carried out if there is severe tooth decay, as a result of which no more than 10% of the tissue remains. If you lose one or more teeth, the dream of a Hollywood smile may seem unattainable, because missing teeth is a serious problem that can lead to dentition displacement and even bone atrophy. However, in this case, a beautiful smile is only a matter of time and the professionalism of doctors. In such a situation, dental implantation comes to the rescue. Implants are almost impossible to distinguish from natural teeth; in addition, they fully perform the chewing function and can serve their owner for a lifetime.
How to whiten your smile with a laser
The principle of the technique is somewhat similar to photobleaching - a gel is also applied to the enamel, but it will be activated by a laser (diode or neodymium). The length of the laser beam is specially designed so as not to harm the teeth - not to overheat them and prevent injury. Dentists even note the fact that the laser not only perfectly whitens a smile by 10-15 tones, but also makes the enamel stronger, i.e. protects against caries.
“I finally decided to have laser whitening and it wasn’t a bad choice at all. Three years ago I did Zoom, but after it my teeth ached terribly, to the point of tears. The doctor said that this is a reaction of the body and this happens. But I didn’t need that anymore)) And after the laser, nothing bothered me at all, and my smile just became great.”
Alena, review from the women's forum woman.ru
Other secrets to a perfect beautiful smile
A beautiful smile is achieved not only by snow-white teeth.
It is recommended to do the following:
- tidy up the skin of your lips - use moisturizing creams and other products to eliminate dry lips (pay special attention to the corners);
- try to smile so that only the upper row of teeth is visible;
- Brush your teeth regularly and use mouthwash to keep your breath fresh.
The ideal smile is sincere, no matter what it is: with only the top row exposed or both.
Chemical enamel whitening
The chemical whitening method is more gentle than ZOOM, but also involves the application of a special active gel with hydrogen peroxide. Lamp activation is not used here, because the active components begin to “work” immediately after application. The most popular technique is called Opalescence Boost PF - here the active gel contains not only whitening, but also enamel remineralizing components (fluorides and trace elements).
Interesting fact! Before photo, laser or chemical whitening, dentists recommend taking a course of professional hygiene (ultrasound treatment and Air-Flow) in order to achieve maximum whitening effect. It is also necessary to strengthen the enamel with a course of remineralization, because chemical components can weaken it and increase tooth sensitivity.
How to learn to smile “Hollywood style”?
Becoming the owner of a Hollywood smile is not just about whitening your teeth. If you are initially hesitant to smile with genuine joy, dental treatment will not help.
In order to start training, you need to stand in front of the mirror and do the following:
- exhale through your mouth, after pursing your lips tightly;
- then stretch out your lips, folding them into a tube, in this position make a figure eight;
- in the same starting position, stretch your lips as far as possible;
- loosen your lips, smile in the mirror so that you like your own reflection;
- move away from the mirror and return to it after a while, smiling at the chosen option;
- along with a smile, practice the look.
The presented exercises should be performed for as long as possible until the facial muscles remember the movements and perform them automatically.
Microprosthetics with veneers and lumineers
Often people who want to get really white teeth, like Hollywood stars, do not know what this whitening method is called. In fact, beautiful teeth among stars are not always the result of whitening procedures. Celebrities often resort to special coverings for their front teeth - veneers. Also very popular is a unique type of veneers called “Lumineers,” which are created in only one laboratory in the United States. Veneers not only give a whiter smile, but also “hide” minor defects (chips, cracks) and correct minor bite pathologies.
Veneers are permanent microprostheses, the thinnest plates that can be created from porcelain, ceramics, glass ceramics, and zirconium dioxide. Depending on the properties of the material, you can get truly beautiful and durable teeth that will delight their owner for 10-20 years or more. Popular brands of veneers are E.max, Empress, Prettau.
Interesting to know! Manufacturers make materials not only pure white - after all, “faience” whiteness looks unnatural. Veneers are painted in light but natural shades, which will look more advantageous than snow-white ones. By the way, according to experts, the optimal color of teeth should be only 3-4 shades lighter than the color of human skin.
MARIA GORBAN, actress
Anna Khilkevich and Maria Gorban
Maria has veneers. Very natural teeth, nice to look at. As previously described, you need to look after the veneers as you would your own teeth, avoiding impacts and visiting your dentist for thorough cleaning of plaque and tartar that may occur.
Prosthetics with crowns and bridges
In cases where teeth are severely damaged, have large fillings, or have had their canals treated many times, the optimal solution is to install crowns made from modern materials (ceramics, ceramic composite, zirconium dioxide). You can also install a whole bridge of several crowns if a large number of teeth are destroyed or some of them are missing.
However, dentists now recommend installing implants rather than bridges. Because bridges quickly fail under chewing load, but implants last forever - and provide the highest comfort and aesthetics of a smile.
Reviews
Irina Krutikova, 36 years old, Moscow: “Before traveling abroad I decided to whiten my teeth. But I didn’t have time, so I went to the clinic and used laser treatment. The result was impressive, the teeth became significantly whiter. But then I had to deal with sensitivity. As a result, during my vacation I carefully selected my food items and ate practically nothing. Plus from bleaching – minus 6 kg in 10 days.”
Anatoly Filippov, 29 years old, Novosibirsk: “I noticed that a lot of plaque began to accumulate on my teeth. They became yellower, I couldn’t find the reason, but I didn’t go to the clinic. I decided to use lemon at home. Then I used baking soda along with lemon. Within a month, the plaque was gone, now I use the same products for whitening - no more than once a week.”
Where to get the smile of your dreams?
How and where do you get snow-white teeth like stars? To carry out professional whitening, you need to contact a clinic that has the appropriate equipment and experienced specialists. Teeth are whitened by a dental hygienist, but this procedure can also be performed by a dental therapist - contacting any of these doctors will allow you to get teeth like a star.
The installation of veneers, lumineers and crowns is carried out by an orthopedic dentist, and implantation is carried out by an implantologist. If your bite needs correction with braces, you should first visit an orthodontist.
ANNA SEDAKOVA, singer
Anya's veneers were made very high quality
. Anna's veneers were done with high quality. The result is a natural and beautiful smile. It is recommended to care for veneers as you would your own teeth. It is necessary to clean twice a day, use a thread and an irrigator - a device that washes away bacteria with a stream. Its price starts from 2 thousand rubles. Once every six months it is necessary to undergo a routine examination with a dentist. At least twice a year, have your teeth professionally cleaned to remove plaque and tartar at a dental clinic. The average cost is three to four thousand rubles.
Which star gave himself a snow-white smile?
It is quite difficult to get an answer to this question from the celebrities themselves. But if you carefully examine the smiles of the stars, it becomes clear that almost every famous person undergoes whitening on a regular basis. And if he doesn’t, then he gets veneers or lumineers to make his appearance even more attractive and not lose popularity. Only a few can boast of ideal white and naturally straight teeth.
If we turn to world stars with a “Hollywood” smile, which they acquired some time after they became very popular, then we can focus on the following personalities - Marilyn Monroe, Tom Cruise, Julia Roberts, Madonna, George Clooney, David Beckham , Emma Watson and many others.
ANNA Khilkevich, actress
Anna has microprosthetic veneers
Anna has microprosthetic veneers (crowns) 0.4-0.7 millimeters thick, which are installed only on the outer surface of the damaged tooth. This is usually done to visually correct the smile line. As a result, teeth acquire the correct anatomy and natural shade. The main thing here is to choose a good doctor and not to overdo it so that your smile doesn’t look like a horse’s. Anna has a dazzling wide smile that needs to be cared for by visiting the dentist once every six months for professional oral cleaning. I note that the actress had good and even teeth.
Philip Kirkorov
The recognized king of Russian pop music boasts a natural smile and no implants. Philip did not install veneers or crowns.
It only whitens teeth using the most modern technologies: Amazing White, Zoom 3, Beyond. Their essence is to coat the teeth with gel and then treat them with a special light. These painless procedures can be performed even on sensitive teeth .
Philip Kirkorov
A winning smile is an important part of your image. Therefore, all the stars choose the most suitable whitening option for themselves.
Teeth whitening: legends and facts
19.08.2018
Today, one of the most popular procedures in dentistry is teeth whitening. This is understandable; who among us has not dreamed of a “Hollywood smile”? But will you have to pay for beauty with health - this is the main question that every person who decides to whiten his teeth asks himself. There are many opinions on this matter, both positive and negative. In this article we will talk about the most common legends associated with teeth whitening.
Legend: There are many ways to whiten teeth, the only difference is the price.
Fact. In fact, teeth whitening is a chemical process that should not be confused with “teeth lightening” - removing plaque, tartar and stains from the surface of the tooth. The main difference between teeth whitening and “lightening” is that during bleaching, the color of the tooth changes to a lighter side, and during “lightening,” the tooth, after being cleaned of external coloring agents, acquires only its natural color.
Teeth whitening can be achieved in the following ways:
- Professional hygienic teeth cleaning is a set of measures carried out by a dentist, which are aimed at mechanically removing dental plaque from the surface of the teeth and from under the gums. Professional teeth cleaning is carried out using ultrasound, a polishing machine and an AIR FLOW . When deposits are removed, teeth acquire their natural color, sometimes lightening occurs by several tones, so the need for chemical teeth whitening may completely disappear. Do not forget that caries and periodontal diseases develop only in conditions of insufficient oral hygiene, so removing tartar is as necessary as treating caries.
- Whitening pastes . Modern pastes with a whitening effect are recommended by specialists mainly as an auxiliary means of maintaining the results of clinical whitening. The active ingredients used here are abrasive components or organic acids. The use of highly abrasive whitening pastes can lead to injury to the delicate tissues of the dental cavity, erosion and excessive abrasion of the enamel, so it is important to ensure that the RDA (abrasiveness level) does not exceed 100. In many countries, toothpastes containing active organic acids and hydrogen peroxide, can only be used under the supervision of a dentist. To get around these obstacles, many manufacturers of toothpastes, under the guise of whitening components, include very weak, practically neutral acids, for example, sodium bicarbonate (soda). These components do not threaten to destroy the enamel, but are not particularly effective either.
- "Folk remedies". Today on the Internet you can find many folk recipes for teeth whitening. All of them are also divided into abrasive agents (soda, sand, coal, etc.) and chemical agents (such as citric acid, etc.). The most popular, perhaps well-known, method is baking soda. Yes, you can get a whitening effect from soda, but gums injured by the rough friction of soda will hurt, and remember that soda literally strips off the top layer of tooth enamel. If you brush your teeth with baking soda more than once a month, you can quickly thin out the enamel and increase the sensitivity of your teeth to acidic foods.
Teeth whitening is divided into three main types:
- Office (“professional”) teeth whitening can be external or intracoronal , carried out by a doctor in a dental office.
External bleaching. Today, the most popular all over the world is the ZOOM teeth whitening system - in just 1-2 hours a person becomes the owner of a snow-white smile, the degree of whitening is several shades. The principle of operation of Zoom - whitening is to apply a light-sensitive Zoom gel to the teeth and then expose it to ultraviolet light. As a result, the oxygen contained in the gel penetrates the enamel and gently whitens it. To avoid irritation of the soft tissues of the oral cavity (gums, lips), they are first protected with a special gum mask.
Intracoronal bleaching. It is used in cases where the patient has undergone incorrect root canal treatment, as a result of which the color of the tooth has changed. To do this, the filling is removed, the root canal is unsealed to the level of the gums - a whitening gel is applied for 1-2 days, then changed, and so on until the desired result. It is used only for dead teeth, strictly according to the indications determined by the dentist-therapist.
- Home whitening is carried out by the patient independently at home according to the recommendations and under the supervision of the attending physician. For this purpose, individual silicone aligners are made, into which the patient injects a whitening gel and wears the aligners for several hours a day. The dentist determines the time period for wearing mouth guards individually for each patient (from 3-4 to 6-8 hours a day). Both daytime and nighttime teeth whitening are possible. A full course of home whitening takes from several days to several weeks. The first signs of beginning bleaching appear after one or two sessions and gradually intensify.
- Whitening strips. The attractiveness of this method for the consumer lies in its extraordinary simplicity, since the whitening strips are easy to attach to the teeth and no special preparation is required. However, to obtain a whitening effect, the surface of the teeth must be perfectly clean, which is impossible to achieve at home. In addition, to have an effect on the enamel, a sufficiently high concentration of active substances is required.
Legend: Teeth whitening is very harmful: the enamel deteriorates, tooth sensitivity increases
Fact: Previously, whitening preparations included acids that destroy the surface layer of tooth enamel and wash out calcium compounds. Now bleaching agents work in a completely different way. The whitening procedure does not affect the enamel, but the dentin - the main tooth tissue that is located under the enamel. It is dentin that is discolored by active chemical agents, creating only micropores in the enamel, which are restored by saliva. After the whitening procedure, increased tooth sensitivity to cold and hot may occur. However, it most often disappears already 3-4 days after the procedure.
Legend: With chemical bleaching, the final enamel color can be selected in advance
Fact. No, whitening is not a procedure that stains the tooth - the color change occurs due to the oxidation of the organic structures of the tooth. No one can predict how white your teeth will become. Each case is individual. First, using a special color scale, the dentist will determine the natural color of the teeth and show what they will approximately become after the whitening procedure. Usually there is a color change of several shades. The final result depends on the original color: white and yellow shades of teeth are best suited for whitening, gray-brown shades are worse. In general, we can say the following: techniques in a doctor’s office using activation using devices are approximately 50% more effective for the same exposure compared to techniques without the use of activators, i.e. only bleaching composition.
Legend: Teeth whitening is painful.
Fact . Painful sensations during whitening are possible in cases of untreated teeth or cracks in the enamel, which is excluded if you consult a qualified dentist. In order for teeth whitening to be effective and painless, we advise you to contact only dental clinics with a good reputation, then the risk of irritation of the gum mucosa (leaking of the whitening gel) or enamel erosion will be minimized.
Legend: The whitening effect is short-term
Fact. Modern technologies make it possible to preserve the whitening results from 3 to 6 years. But of course, everything depends on dental care, food, bad habits and genetic characteristics of a person. But if a couple of years after whitening your teeth darken by two or three shades, the original white color can be restored by using trays with whitening gel for a couple of hours day or night.
Legend: The only difference between in-office and home whitening is the price.
Fact . There is a difference. Firstly, in time - after 1.5-2 hours of whitening in the doctor’s office, you will leave the dental clinic with a snow-white smile, and at home you will have to wear special trays with a bleaching agent from 2 to 8 hours in a row for 3-4 weeks Secondly, with in-office bleaching the predictability of achieving a whitening effect is 80-90%, and with home bleaching it is much lower. And one more important point - to obtain an effective and safe result with home whitening, the patient must strictly follow the whitening technique, and in the doctor’s office the risk of complications is minimal.
This is interesting
Teeth whitening was invented in ancient times by the ancient Egyptians. They mixed pumice with wine vinegar and used the resulting paste to brush their teeth. Later this recipe was forgotten. But the desire to have a dazzling smile has not disappeared. To get it, people were ready to polish their teeth with a file, brush with nitric acid and other bleaching substances. The modern history of teeth whitening goes back about 150 years. The first information about teeth whitening using oxalic acid appeared in 1850, and in 1877 a method of teeth whitening was described, which is the prototype of the modern approach. Calcium hypochloride was proposed as a bleaching agent, and the use of hydrogen peroxide for the same purpose was first described in 1884. Modern technology is based on the activation of hydrogen peroxide with high-intensity light, and was proposed in 1918, and this procedure was widely used in the second half of the 20th century.
What teeth are considered beautiful?
How to understand which teeth are beautiful and which are not? Let's look at several criteria for a “Hollywood smile”.
Color
It is generally accepted that enamel that has a snow-white tint is considered beautiful. Many people strive to bring the color of their teeth as close to ideal as possible. But here you also need to be careful, since overly bright white teeth will no longer look entirely natural. So the enamel should actually have a slight tint.
Form
The shape of the teeth should look beautiful in appearance and be symmetrical to certain lines on a person’s face. The smile line along the lower row of teeth becomes a kind of smooth continuation when moving to the lips, and the teeth resemble perspective, from the nearest teeth to the farthest ones in the row. The cutting edge should be slightly transparent, this gives a natural look.
Healthy gums
Don't forget about your gums. After all, no matter how beautiful your smile is, if your gums are inflamed, it will not look aesthetically pleasing. Healthy gums are usually light pink in color, and the gums are symmetrically located on top of the teeth.
