Frequently Asked Questions

Of course, it is not harmful. In fact, there is even a department based on this procedure. Dental calculus is a contributing factor to all gum diseases. Ultimately, it needs to be consciously and skillfully removed from the mouth. However, avoiding oral hygiene practices with the mentality of "my dentist will clean it anyway" leads to the accumulation of dental calculus after each procedure. The important thing is not to have dental calculus cleaned, but to keep the teeth clean. Because dental calculus cleaning is not a cosmetic procedure, it is a form of treatment.

Of course, yes. Dental floss is one of the most helpful oral hygiene tools. The areas between the teeth that we cannot reach with a toothbrush are usually the starting points for all diseases related to decay or gums. This is especially important in the case of crooked teeth. Therefore, in addition to brushing your teeth, it is beneficial to use dental floss once a day. Note: Please consult your doctor about which dental floss is suitable for you and how to use it.

In fact, this topic has divided the medical community into two. Alongside doctors who do not believe in its benefits, there are colleagues who have proven the results of the studies. As Medikodent doctors, we accept that teeth whitening will be successful when the appropriate technique, appropriate equipment, appropriate notion guidance, and appropriate case selection criteria are all present simultaneously. Because if health is defined as a state of complete physical, biological, and mental well-being, a person who is not satisfied with the color of their teeth and considers it a problem is considered unhealthy. For a person who fits this definition, teeth whitening will be a form of treatment. However, it must be admitted that the main issue for patients who come to our clinic with the expectation of teeth whitening is teeth that appear stained by coloring substances, and the treatment for this is a professional yet quite routine procedure of tartar cleaning and polishing. And it is proven by experience that this procedure is the most suitable treatment for many people. Nevertheless, for those who still want their teeth to appear whiter, the method we call vital bleaching can be applied. However, patient expectations should not exceed the boundaries of reality. Utopian expectations in teeth whitening cannot be met and dissatisfaction occurs. Additionally, for example, one must be willing to accept minimal harm as much as the damage we see from tea or the radiation we receive while watching TV, and despite everything, teeth whitening can be done under appropriate conditions. And achieving successful results is not difficult at all.

Excessive consumption of tea and coffee can cause yellowish-brown stains on teeth. This can be perceived as an aesthetic loss. Consequently, these areas become accumulation sites where dental plaque can adhere, especially in patients with inadequate oral hygiene, contributing to the development of gum diseases. If possible, tea and coffee consumption should be reduced, and teeth should be brushed at least twice a day for a minimum of 2 minutes.