Teeth Whitening

In-office laser teeth whitening and at-home bleaching treatments. Get several shades whiter teeth in 1 hour at Emrivadent Antalya.

Teeth whitening (bleaching) is a safe and rapid cosmetic dental treatment that breaks down colour pigments in the enamel and dentine using a chemical agent (hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide). With in-office laser whitening at Emrivadent, a shade improvement of 6–8 tones can be achieved in a single session.

How Does Teeth Whitening Work?

Oxygen radicals in the whitening gel bind to organic colour molecules in the enamel and dentine, breaking them down into smaller, colourless molecules. LED or laser light accelerates this reaction.

Whitening Methods

Method	Effectiveness	Duration	Location
In-office (clinical) whitening	6–8 shades	60–90 min	Clinic
At-home (tray) whitening	3–5 shades	2–4 weeks	Home
Combination (clinic + home)	8–10 shades	1 session + 2 weeks	Both

Who Can Have Teeth Whitened?

Individuals aged 18 and over
Those without cavities and with healthy gums
Those with staining caused by coffee, tea or smoking

Who Should Not Have Whitening?

Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers
Those with active gum disease
Those with intrinsic tetracycline staining (veneers are more suitable)
Those with extreme tooth sensitivity (pre-treatment required)

Post-Whitening Care

Avoid coloured foods and drinks for the first 48 hours ("white diet")
Limit acidic beverages
Use fluoride gel if sensitivity occurs
Clinical check-up every 6–12 months

Teeth Whitening at Emrivadent

Emrivadent uses clinically approved LED whitening systems from Philips Zoom and BEYOND. Colour treatment is performed in a completely safe environment with a gum protection barrier.

Frequently Asked Questions

Teeth Whitening FAQ

Find answers to your questions here

At clinically approved concentrations (15–40% hydrogen peroxide) and with professional application, enamel damage has not been demonstrated. Temporary sensitivity may occur; this resolves within 24–72 hours.

In-office whitening takes 60–90 minutes and results are seen the same day. At-home whitening involves wearing a tray for 30–60 minutes daily for 2–4 weeks.

The achieved shade can be maintained for 1–3 years depending on lifestyle. Coffee, tea and smoking cause the colour to fade more quickly. An annual touch-up session extends longevity.

No. Whitening gel is only effective on natural tooth tissue (enamel and dentine). Composite fillings, porcelain crowns and veneers retain their colour. Therefore, colour mismatch with existing restorations may occur after whitening; replacement may be necessary.

No. Teeth whitening is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. There are insufficient clinical studies on the safety of peroxide-containing agents during this period.