Cosmetic teeth whitening PearlSmile: pros and cons of Pearl Smile, reviews

A snow-white smile is a dream, for the realization of which many methods and technologies have been developed.

One of them is PearlSmile cosmetic teeth whitening, which allows you to safely whiten in several shades.

Difference from dental brightening

Dental method whitening is as follows: a special gel with a reagent is applied to the teeth, the activation of which occurs with the help of light, laser, ultrasound or acts independently. Gums and other soft tissues in the mouth are protected with special devices - mouth guardsso as not to burn the mucous membrane.

In dental clinics, professional preparations are usually used that contain a fairly large percentage of peroxide (the allowable rate is 6%). When using them, often the thinnest upper layer of tooth enamel is removed, its sensitivity increases, and there is a risk of caries. Teeth whitening in dentistry involves the use of additional examinations, accessories and equipment. The procedure is quite lengthy, complicated and expensive, but its result is longer.

In search of more time- and cost-effective ways, more and more people are opting for almost peroxide-free cosmetic lightening systems such as PearlSmile. This is a 100% cosmetic procedure. You can find a salon near your home and find answers to popular questions about the procedure at manufacturer's website.

PearlSmile gel contains only 0.1% of the active substance - carbamide peroxide. It effectively cleans enamel, is safe for health. The procedure using PearlSmile materials allows you to whiten your teeth without destroying the enamel. Only its pigmentation changes.

About the developer

The technique was developed by the German company PearlSmile GmbH, a manufacturer of teeth whitening products.

The company has been developing safe bleaching technologies, producing materials and equipment since 2010. At the same time, it provides services for cosmetic teeth whitening using the PearlSmile method in a wide network of specialized salons. The main one is located in Dusseldorf.

The high quality of products and technologies makes the company a leader in the world market for this segment of cosmetic products.

Advantages and disadvantages

Benefits of PearlSmile technology:

• whitening from 2 to 9 tones;
• activation of the reaction by LEDs does not dehydrate dentinedoes not irritate the gums;
• the speed of the session (up to 21 minutes);
• painless;
• can be repeated several times, does not destroy the enamel;
• easy to carry out outside the salon.

The results of the PearlSmile procedure in the photo:

Disadvantages:

• non-observance of the rules of the procedure can lead to burns of the mucous membrane;
• if the enamel is damaged, there is a risk of developing caries;
• to complete the full course, you will have to spend a fairly large amount of money.

Indications, contraindications, side effects

It makes sense to carry out procedures using the pearlsmile technique:

• to remove age spots that occur in smokers and lovers of strong coffee, tea, food with coloring pigments;
• with age-related changes in the color of tooth enamel;
• after taking antibiotics;
• to reduce the contrast of spots arising from fluorosis.

Side effects when using the system have not been established. The gel has passed a toxicological examination and is recognized as a 100% safe cosmetic product that complies with all EU standards.

It is not recommended to carry out PearlSmile whitening until the age of 18, during pregnancy, lactating breastfeeding women, people who are allergic to ultraviolet light and components of consumables materials.

Contraindications for use:

1. Diseases of the teeth and gums.
2. Weakened, thinned enamel.
3. Chips and cracks.
4. Acute phase gingivitis, periodontal disease.
5. Inflammatory processes of the oral cavity.

You cannot do bleaching for bone diseases, oncology, tuberculosis.

Technology

The PearlSmile whitening procedure is quite simple:

1. The initial tone of the teeth is measured.
2. Their surface is cleaned with a special napkin.
3. Mouth guards with a gel containing an active substance are put on the teeth. It is activated using an LED lamp.
4. After installing the lamp at a close distance to the cap, its timer turns on for a time from 7 to 21 minutes. Penetrating into hard tissues, the whitening substance under the influence of light begins the reaction of liberating free oxygen radicals. Discoloration of pigmented areas occurs.
5. At the request of the client, to achieve the maximum effect, the procedure is repeated several more times.
6. The final tooth tone is measured.

Before carrying out the procedure, it is necessary to find out the reason for the discoloration of the tooth enamel, check the condition of the teeth and gums.

How many sessions are needed, duration of the effect

The PearlSmile technique is popular precisely because of its safety. It is possible to carry out a whitening session several times without fear of ruining the enamel.

To achieve the maximum effect in a beauty salon, under the supervision of a specialist, you can carry out 3 sessions at once.

The duration of the effect depends on many factors:

• observance hygiene of teeth and oral cavity;
• saliva composition;
• food consumed;
• the patient's lifestyle;
• bad habits, in particular - smoking.

One procedure is often enough for those who do not smoke, do not drink strong coffee, tea, or red wine. The effect in this case lasts up to six months.

The yellow discoloration of the teeth is easier to remove. The gray color of the enamel is more difficult to remove.

Price

The price depends on where the procedure is performed: at home or in the salon.

For home use, the kit consists of a standard mouth guard, a clarifying gel (15 ml) and an LED lamp. The kit includes instructions and cleaning wipes. The set is designed for carrying out three sessions. The cost is about 2900 rubles.

Prices in salons or dental clinics depend on the number of procedures chosen and the status of the institution. The maximum price for three sessions is 5000 rubles.

The first cosmetic whitening session is recommended to be carried out in the salon under the guidance of a specialist. Only then can the procedure be carried out at home to maintain the whiteness of the enamel.

Recommendations after the procedure

After a whitening session, the action of the active ingredients lasts for several hours. During the session, the teeth lose some amount of moisture, which is quickly replenished. During this period, the teeth are more susceptible to pigmentation than usual.

Therefore, it is not recommended to eat for 2 hours, and you can only drink water. Do not smoke or consume pigmented products within 48 hours!

To maintain the achieved effect, you should:

• use whitening pastes and powders;
• after consuming products containing dyes or smoking, use cleansing wipes;
• use balms after meals-rinses;
• cleanse in the evening dental floss the spaces between the teeth.

When is it useless to bleach?

Cosmetological whitening will not give positive results when the enamel darkens in the following cases:

1. Braces installed, crowns, prostheses.
2. If there is fillings and restoration.
3. Darkened teeth after nerve removal.

Reviews

Reviews of PearlSmile cosmetic whitening are mostly positive.