Professional hygiene · Whitening
Philips ZOOM 4 teeth whitening in Tallinn
In-office whitening in a single visit. A gel is applied to the teeth and the Philips ZOOM lamp helps it work faster. How much lighter your teeth become depends on their starting colour.
A professional cleaning 3–4 days before whitening is required and is charged separately.
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A professional cleaning 3–4 days before whitening is required and is charged separately.
What do you actually need?
Cleaning and whitening do different jobs, and you often need both.
Professional cleaning
Removes plaque, tartar and staining from coffee, tea and cigarettes, and brings back the natural colour of your teeth. It must be done 3–4 days before whitening.
ZOOM whitening
Lightens the enamel from within. The gel works on the colour of the tooth itself, not on staining that sits on the surface. It is done after a cleaning, on clean teeth.
At a consultation the dentist will tell you what suits you best. Sometimes, after a cleaning, whitening is no longer needed.
What is Philips ZOOM 4?
Philips ZOOM 4 is an in-office whitening system. A gel is applied to the teeth and the ZOOM lamp helps it work faster.
ZOOM is neither a laser nor a cleaning.
Is ZOOM right for you?
Three typical situations and the route to whitening in each. The dentist makes the final decision at the examination.
Your teeth are healthy
Your treatment is complete, your gums do not bleed and there is no decay or tartar.
- Professional AirFlow cleaning and polishing
- A 3–4 day break so the enamel can recover after the cleaning
- ZOOM 4 whitening in a single visit
You have tartar or decay
Whitening is possible, but it is not the first step. The gel is not applied to a tooth with decay, and the protective coating does not hold well on bleeding gums.
- Ultrasonic cleaning to remove the tartar
- We treat decay in the back teeth and place permanent fillings
- We place temporary fillings in the front teeth
- A 10–14 day break while the gums heal
- ZOOM 4 whitening
- Two weeks later we replace the temporary fillings in the front teeth with permanent ones matched to the new shade
Gum problems
If your gums are inflamed, bleeding or receding, whitening is not possible. We treat the gums first and whiten afterwards.
- We treat the gums until the inflammation has cleared
- At the examination the dentist checks for exposed areas of tooth at the gum line
- We cover the exposed areas with a protective coating and apply the gel to the enamel only
- The exposed part of the tooth will not get lighter. If the difference shows, the dentist will suggest other options, such as veneers or crowns
Crowns, veneers and fillings do not whiten
ZOOM lightens only the natural tooth, while fillings, crowns and veneers keep their colour. If you have them on your front teeth, the difference may become noticeable after the procedure, so it is best to talk it over with the dentist beforehand.
When we do not whiten
In these cases the dentist will decline to whiten your teeth or will postpone the procedure.
- Under the age of 18.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Medicines that make you more sensitive to light, such as some antibiotics, acne treatments and certain sedatives. The light from the lamp can cause a reaction, so tell the dentist about every medicine you take.
- An allergy to hydrogen peroxide or to anything in the protective gum coating.
- Deep cracks in the enamel or badly worn teeth.
- Teeth that have had a grey or mottled tint since childhood, for example after antibiotics. They whiten unevenly, and the dentist will suggest other options.
How the procedure goes
Four steps in one visit.
The dentist examines your teeth, checks that the cleaning has been done and confirms that whitening can go ahead.
The dentist photographs your teeth and notes their starting shade on a shade chart, then covers the gums with a protective coating and shields the lips and cheeks.
The gel is applied to the teeth and activated by the Philips ZOOM lamp in several cycles. The whitening itself takes up to 60 minutes.
The dentist applies a gel that reduces sensitivity, photographs your teeth again and compares the shade and photos with those taken before. Finally, the dentist explains how to look after your teeth and keep the new shade.
The whitening itself takes up to 60 minutes. The whole visit, including preparation and aftercare advice, takes about 90 minutes.
Prices
We are a Stebby partner. If your employer provides a health benefit through Stebby, you can use it to pay for treatment with us. Show an ID document at reception and our administrator will process the payment through Stebby. If you have already bought a voucher in Stebby, we accept that too.
The price of the procedure is fixed and already includes before-and-after photos and a home whitening kit. The professional cleaning before whitening is charged separately.
- Whitening with ZOOM 4 One visit of about 90 minutes, with a home whitening kit299 € 269 € 269 € with membership 299 € without membership You save 30 €What the price includes
- An examination and assessment of your teeth
- Recording your starting shade
- Photos before and after whitening
- Protection for the gums, lips and soft tissues
- Philips ZOOM 4 whitening, up to 60 minutes of active treatment
- A gel after whitening to reduce sensitivity
- A home kit for top-up whitening
- A review of the result
- Advice on aftercare and keeping the new shade
- Teeth cleaning Ultrasonic + AirFlowfrom150 € from135 € from 135 € with membership from 150 € without membership You save 15 €
How you can pay
In cash, by card, with your Stebby balance or in instalments. Tervisekassa and health insurance do not cover whitening.
Pay for any service at the clinic with your Stebby balance. All you need at reception is an ID document. A voucher bought in Stebby in advance works too.
How to pay with Stebby
Instalments up to 120 months Implants, braces and prosthetics — in comfortable monthly payments, from 0% a year.
Who does the whitening
At Soul Dental Studio, ZOOM 4 whitening is carried out by our dentist Elizaveta Ivanova. Before the procedure she examines your teeth, photographs them and records the starting shade. Afterwards she compares the photos and gives you advice on caring for your teeth. She sees patients in Russian, Estonian and English.
Common questions
How does whitening affect the enamel?
The dentist follows the manufacturer's instructions and does not carry out the procedure if there is decay or cracked enamel.
After the procedure your teeth may react to cold and heat for a while. This usually passes within a day or two.
Will my teeth be sensitive?
Some patients find their teeth react to cold and heat for a day or two. This is a normal reaction to the gel, not a sign of damage. Straight after whitening the dentist applies a gel that reduces sensitivity and suggests what you can use at home to ease any discomfort.
How long does the result last?
It depends on your habits. Coffee, tea, red wine and smoking bring the staining back sooner. Regular professional cleaning helps the colour last longer. We do not promise a set period in advance because it is different for everyone.
Do I need a cleaning before whitening?
Yes. At Soul Dental Studio a cleaning 3–4 days before whitening is required. Plaque and tartar stop the gel from working evenly, and after a cleaning the dentist can see the true colour of your teeth and record the starting shade more accurately.
Why can't I have whitening straight after a cleaning?
After polishing, the enamel loses its natural protection for a few days. The gel then acts on it more harshly and the teeth become more sensitive. That is why we leave 3–4 days between cleaning and whitening, or 10–14 days if your gums bled after ultrasonic cleaning, so that they have time to heal.
I have fillings in my front teeth. What will happen to them?
Fillings, crowns and veneers do not change colour, so after whitening they may stand out more. If the fillings in your front teeth are due to be replaced anyway, the dentist places temporary ones and carries out the whitening. Two weeks later, once the colour of the enamel has fully settled, the dentist replaces them with permanent fillings matched to the new shade. A filling placed sooner than two weeks does not hold as well, because the enamel needs time to recover after the gel.
Can I have my teeth whitened if my gums hurt or bleed?
No. If your gums are inflamed, bleeding or receding, we do not carry out whitening, because the gel irritates unhealthy gums. We treat the gums first, and once the inflammation has cleared, the procedure becomes possible. Exposed areas of tooth at the gum line are covered with a protective coating and the gel is applied to the enamel only. The exposed part of the tooth will not get lighter, and if the difference shows, the dentist will suggest other options.
Can I drink coffee after the procedure?
For the first day after the procedure it is best to avoid coffee, tea, red wine, cigarettes and anything else that stains strongly, because after whitening the enamel absorbs colour more easily. The dentist will give you specific advice after the procedure.
Does Tervisekassa cover the procedure?
No. Whitening is a cosmetic procedure, and the Tervisekassa dental benefit does not apply to it. You can pay for whitening with your Stebby balance if your employer provides a health benefit through Stebby, or in instalments through the clinic's partner banks.
Book your whitening
Leave a request or give us a call. The receptionist will find convenient times for your cleaning and whitening.
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