FAQ

Teeth whitening is the dental procedure that aims to improve the color of the patient’s teeth.

Whitening can be done by an adult who is unhappy with their natural tooth colors.

The shade of teeth varies from person to person and usually changes over the years (normal wear and tear). Smoking, the stains from red wine and soft drinks and not eating enough brushing are some of the causes of discolouration in surface of the teeth.

The bleaching agents used in teeth whitening are two:

• hydrogen peroxide and
• hydrogen peroxide carbamide.

Their form is gel-like, and they release oxygen. The oxygen in turn neutralizes the pigments, without the need for without damaging the teeth.These two whitening agents are used in a number of different applications.
There are 3 bleaching techniques:

• Whitening at the Dentist
• Whitening at home
• The combination of the two.

The dentist will choose which method to use based on the personal needs and characteristics of each patient.

There will be an improvement in the color of the teeth depending on:

• The technique to be chosen by the dentist and the patient (at home or at doctor’s office).
• The initial severity of the discoloration that the teeth had before start treatment.
• The target color chosen by the patient and the doctor.
• The existence or not of tooth sensitivity (can change it choice of bleach content).

The answer is no, because of the reasons mentioned above (why are my teeth turning yellow? hyperlink). The effects of whitening diminish over time, but the patient plays the biggest role in maintaining the whitening effect.

Intense smoking, consumption of foods or drinks with intense pigments (e.g. coffee, red wine, tea, beets, cherries, etc.), are causes that contribute to the whitening results diminishing more quickly and the teeth to regain their original yellowish, brown or gray color.

Intense smoking, consumption of foods or drinks with intense pigments (e.g. coffee, red wine, tea, beets, cherries, etc.), are causes that contribute to the whitening results diminishing more quickly and the teeth to regain their original yellowish, brown or gray color.

GESY covers dental work for its beneficiaries once every 365 days.

Analytically:

• From the age of infant – 4 years: oral cavity check and information on proper oral hygiene
• 4-6 years: deworming (cleaning), oral cavity check and informing beneficiaries about proper oral hygiene.
• 6-12 years: deworming (cleaning), topical application of fluoride (fluoridation) and oral cavity check.
• 12+ : weaning (cleaning), and oral cavity control

No you don’t need a referral. You must be a beneficiary of GHS and your dentist must be covered by it.

• All children over 6 years old. In cases where the dentist deems it useful, it can start from the age of 4.
  
• Patients with active caries or with signs of risk of developing caries. Patients with white spots indicating calcium loss from the teeth.
• Patients with orthodontic devices (braces). People with dental hypersensitivity (to the cold, to the air)
• People who cannot maintain proper oral hygiene (autism, mobility difficulties, Parkinson’s, etc.)
• People with dry mouth, cancer patients.

It is a trace element that exists widely in nature, and it contributes to the fight against dental caries, strengthening the resistance of the teeth to the acids of the mouth.

It is the topical application of fluoride in the form of gel or foam or varnish in the dental office. It aims to prevent tooth decay.

Having your dentist make a custom mouth brace that is worn while you sleep would be an ideal solution.

One of the most common causes is clenching/grinding of the teeth. The best solution would be to make a hump splint. By wearing it during the night, the patient’s teeth are protected and the muscles relax, resulting in relief from the unpleasant symptoms. (It will prevent the teeth from coming together with the ultimate goal of reducing the pressures between the teeth and relaxing the muscles).

It is an acrylic structure that is placed on the teeth at night and acts as a preventive measure for damage that may be caused to them. It can minimize pain in the muscles of the face, neck, joints and reduce headaches.

The main reason for tooth sensitivity is the exposed deeper tissues of the teeth (dentin and bone) in the oral cavity. The following factors contribute to the appearance of sensitivity: Brushing vigorously or using a hard toothbrush. Frequent consumption of acidic foods (eg lemon juice, soft drinks).

Bruxism, teeth grinding. Periodontitis, which leads to the loosening of the gums and the appearance of the root (osteine) in the mouth. After some dental work (deep filling, or loss of enamel after braces) Sometimes sensitivity to cold in a particular tooth indicates inflammation of the pulp (nerve of the tooth) from advanced caries. Based on the clinical examination, your dentist will provide the appropriate treatment for each case.

The panoramic radiograph is the two-dimensional visualization of the teeth of the upper and lower jaw as well as other anatomical elements. It is mainly used to diagnose dental diseases, to plan treatments or surgeries, and to evaluate the results of treatment or surgery.

The panoramic x-ray is the three-dimensional imaging of the teeth of the upper and lower jaw as well as other anatomical elements which helps the dentist for a comprehensive diagnosis.

No, the panoramic radiation is zero.

Pregnant women are prohibited from taking it and limited use is indicated for children under 6 years of age.

There are three categories of discoloration, each with its own causes.

1. discoloration due to external factors such as coffee, cigarettes, tea, red wine, etc.
2. endogenous factors such as administration of antibiotics at a young age or during pregnancy.
3. due to age and abrasion of the enamel.

Factors that can cause this strong and continuous mouth odor can be plaque around the teeth, periodontal disease, incorrect prosthetic work and tooth decay.

Not necessarily. After a clinical and radiological examination, if any problems are observed in the wisdom teeth, in the adjacent teeth or in the tissues around the wisdom teeth, then their extraction is recommended. If there are impacted wisdom teeth, i.e. teeth that have not erupted in the mouth, and may cause problems for the rest of the teeth (eg absorb the adjacent root of the tooth) then it would be an indication to perform a surgical extraction. As well as partially impacted wisdom teeth, where the patient may find it difficult to clean the area it would be good to arrange an extraction to prevent further problems developing.

It is recommended to drink water immediately, so as to reduce the acidity of the mouth and remove food residues. After at least 30 minutes you can brush your teeth.