The procedure laser bleaching or lazer bleaching as it is more popularly known, is a technique that is used to whiten teeth. This method is ideal for removing very stubborn stains that obscure the beauty of our teeth. Since the procedure was recently approved by the American dental association (ADA) many people are not that familiar with the procedure. So this article is going to cover the basics of lazer bleaching.



The laser bleaching technique does not completely deviate from other dental procedures that most people are familiar with. It begins with a thorough cleaning of the teeth to get rid of all the dirt that is between the teeth. Once this is done a gel is applied, but this is no ordinary gel but this gel becomes active once it is hit by incident laser beams.

The gel used in lazer bleaching has a peroxide component and once it is hit by laser rays it becomes active and starts to bleach the teeth. Patients are not exposed to the laser for a long time, exposure time is brief after which the patient just has to keep his/her mouth closed as the gel does the job.

It is heart warming to know that laser bleaching is safe for patients will not be exposed to laser radiation for a long period of time, and even so the intensities are as recommended by ADA safe levels of radiation. The laser bleaching technique is fast becoming the preferred method of whitening teeth since it is a painless procedure as compared to other procedures such as when using the drill. Since a drill is not used there is no harm to the gums so your gums will not be affected much. Because of this lazer bleaching is ideal for patients who have hyper sensitive teeth.

If your teeth have been heavily stained your laser bleaching procedure may have to take longer so your teeth can be restored back to sparkling white again. This can be done by making you stay longer with the gel in your mouth after exposure to the laser, or you will have to return for other sessions till your teeth are shinning white.

The lazer bleaching technique is safe for any person to use and it does not bleach anything either than the enamel of the teeth. There are a few exceptions however to lazer bleaching i.e. if you are pregnant you will have to first consult your doctor if you can undergo this procedure and your doctor will decide for you the best move depending on your state. It is however good to know that laser bleaching can be safely administered to pregnant mothers with no adverse effects.

Once your teeth have been whitened by laser bleaching, for the whiteness to last a longer time good oral hygiene has to be practiced. You will have to ensure that the toothpaste products and mouth wash products you are using have the ADA seal of approval which signifies that the products are safe and effective. So why not go for laser bleaching, it is a safe way to whiten your teeth.