Is tooth bleaching better or composite?

One of the benefits of bleaching compared to a method like tooth lamination is that it is considered a non-invasive method and does not require removing part of the tooth enamel surface. As a result, the tooth enamel remains healthy and any serious damage to the tooth structure is prevented. This positive feature of bleaching makes teeth bleaching a suitable option for people who do not want to make a permanent and irreversible change in their teeth. #### Can be done at the dentist's office or at home Teeth bleaching is very flexible in terms of how it is done. Because you can do it professionally in the dental office or at home using special kits. Of course, as we said, the bleaching method in the office is usually faster and more effective, but the home method is also a good option for people who prefer to do it at home. #### Quick and visible results after one or more sessions One of the most important advantages of teeth bleaching is its high speed in creating visible results. In professional bleaching methods, results are often visible after one session. While home methods may take several weeks. Therefore, this feature makes bleaching an ideal option for people who are looking for a quick change in the appearance of their teeth. **Read more:** The difference between dental scaling and bleaching ### Disadvantages of teeth bleaching After all the advantages that we read about bleaching, we should also look at the side effects of bleaching and the disadvantages of this method of beautifying teeth so that we can make a decision about doing or not doing this method with full knowledge. #### The possibility of tooth sensitivity after bleaching One of the common problems of teeth bleaching is the temporary sensitivity of the teeth after the treatment. There are some people who become more sensitive to hot and cold foods and drinks after bleaching. Of course, this sensitivity is usually temporary and decreases after a few days. But in some cases, sensitivity may take a more serious form and make you need side treatments. Treatments such as using hypoallergenic toothpaste or gels containing fluoride can help reduce tooth sensitivity after bleaching. In more severe cases, if the sensitivity continues for a long time and more than 2 months, the person should go to the dentist for treatment such as bonding or composite veneer. Methods that protect the dental nerves against irritating factors by covering the surface of the tooth. **Read more:** Does bleaching damage tooth enamel? #### Limited shelf life (6 months to 2 years depending on diet and oral hygiene) To understand more and better the question of teeth bleaching or composite, you should know that according to many clients and even our dental professionals, one of the biggest disadvantages of bleaching is that its results are not permanent. This means that the duration of whiteness of the teeth in this method will not be very long even if the person pays attention to effective factors such as diet, lifestyle and compliance with oral and dental hygiene. This shelf life varies from 6 months to 2 years. The more a person takes care of the whiteness of his teeth, uses less tobacco, brushes his teeth and avoids consuming colored foods and drinks such as puffs, tea and coffee, the longer this will last. #### The need for periodical extension to maintain the whiteness of the teeth Because the effects of bleaching are not permanent, people need to do this treatment again after some time to maintain the whiteness of their teeth. Now, depending on the lifestyle and oral hygiene, this renewal period can be every 6 months to every 2 years. Of course, you should also keep in mind that the substances that are placed on your teeth during the bleaching process are chemicals. So using it too much can damage your tooth enamel over time. #### No effect on veneers, composites or dental fillings One of the limitations of bleaching is that it only affects natural teeth and does not change the color of veneers, dental fillings, and composites. Therefore, people who have cosmetic restorations on their teeth may need to replace them to match the color of the teeth. **Read more:** Bleaching for filled teeth Familiarity with dental composite