Is Teeth Polishing The Same As Teeth Whitening?

Scaling

First, the dentist or the hygienist will remove plaque and tartar (the calculus) which have been hardened and built up on the tooth surface and below the gum line. Plaque is a sticky layer of bacteria that sticks to teeth, and tartar is an accumulation of mineralized plaque which is more firmly attached. Scaling is often done using an ultrasonic scaler, a hand instrument that vibrates to loosen and break the tartar from teeth.

Polishing

After enamels are scaled, polishing is done with a rotary brush, incorporated with a special paste, which helps to buff and smooth the dental enamel eliminating front tooth stains such as those caused by coffee, tea, wine and other foods and drinks. It leaves your teeth feeling clean and fresh.

Improved Oral Health

Regular teeth polishing cleans plaque and tartar accumulation, which provides the perfect environment for the resident bacteria leading to gum disease and tooth decay. This is beneficial for oral health and in preventing future dental troubles.

Brighter Smile

With the help of teeth polishing the surface stains can be removed and the inherent whiteness of your teeth revealed. This results in having your teeth radiant and polished. Nevertheless, it doesn't make the tooth’s inherent colour any less intense.

Fresh Breath

Plaque formation could be associated with the condition of bad breath. Routine cleanings, including polishing, help remove this cause of the bad smell, which results in fresh breath.

Smooth Teeth

Elimination of microscopic irregularities gives the surface a feeling of being smoother and reduces the chance of them being stained.

In-Office Whitening

This is usually done by a dentist through the application of a strong bleaching agent to the teeth and the activation of the agent with a special light. In-office whitening provides the fastest and most evident outcomes; however, they are pricier compared to the at-home whitening methods.

At-Home Whitening Products

A variety of whitening products, like whitening strips, gels, and toothpaste, are sold over the counter. Such products have lower concentrations of bleaching agents than in-office treatments and it takes them longer to achieve noticeable results. On the one hand, they offer a more straightforward and cheaper journey.

Whitening Toothpaste

Several pastes contain abrasives that are mild and have low levels of bleaching agents, which can contribute to decreasing the surface stains and whitening your teeth a little. Nevertheless, their bleaching effect is quite mild and may not work for the removal of deep stains.

Dramatic Results

Teeth whitening gives a significantly whiter smile compared to the tooth polishing procedure alone. It is the best choice for those who want to see a significant change in the brightness of their teeth.

Boosts Confidence

A whiter smile raises self-esteem and makes the person more beautiful.

Wide Range of Options

Customers are now able to choose in-office and at-home teeth whitening procedures depending on their needs and budget options.

Sensitivity

Teeth whitening may result in temporary tooth sensitivity, especially when people who have sensitive teeth do the procedure. Seek the advice of your dentist to know if whitening is the right option for you and how to reduce the sensitivity.

Existing Dental Work

Whitening agents don't work on artificial elements like crowns, veneers, or fillings. If you have these aesthetics, have a discussion with your dentist as to making sure your smile is uniform after whitening.

Realistic Expectations

The whitening results may differ from one person to another depending on the starting shade of your teeth, the type of treatment used, and the underlying cause of discoloration. Please, don't come to me with an unrealistic request for a very white look.

Maintaining Results

The effects of teeth whitening will not be permanent. To keep your whiter smile, follow good oral hygiene, avoid stained foods and drinks, and consider touch-up treatments when necessary.

Gentle Stain Removal

Although not a full-fledged teeth whitening treatment, some clear aligner systems, for example, ALIGNERCO, use a special aligner material that removes surface stains while you wear the aligners. This may seem like no big deal, actually makes your teeth feel a bit whiter.

Improved Enamel Exposure

Straightening teeth exposes the bigger part of enamel that shines nicely with its natural light reflection feature and that is why teeth look brighter.

Reduced Gum Recession

Gum recession can show the deeper dentin layer of the tooth, thus making teeth look lifeless. This orthodontic treatment can also help prevent or reverse the side effects of gum recession, such as a more bright smile.

Advanced Aligner Material

ALIGNERCO's unique aligner material is designed to be comfortable to wear and remove surface stains while straightening your teeth gently.

Impression Kit

Get started from home by purchasing the impression kit and get a personalized plan without having to go to the dentist's office.

Remote Monitoring

ALIGNERCO ensures you online monitoring by licensed dentists during your treatment period so you can get the best results.

Teeth Whitening Kit

If you want a more dramatic whitening effect, you can use the teeth whitening kit that ALIGNERCO offers together with your aligner treatment.