The outfits are chosen and the mehendi artist is booked. But from the haldi to the varmala, there’s one thing that will appear in every photo: your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Teeth whitening seems simple until the questions start. Is it safe? How early should you start? How late is too late? And how much will it cost?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Get the timing wrong and you could be dealing with sensitive teeth at your sangeet. Here’s how to plan it right, starting with the most important question.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Yes, as long as a dentist does it or supervises it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The dentist protects your gums and applies a whitening gel to your teeth. This lightens surface stains from tea and coffee, and sometimes deeper stains too, though results vary from person to person. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It won’t change the color of crowns or fillings, so if you have any near the front, they may not match your newly whitened teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some people get temporary sensitivity or mild gum irritation afterward. That’s why a dental check-up comes first. Your dentist can treat any cavities or gum problems before whitening, and tell you what results to expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
An in-clinic session takes 45\u201390 minutes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When<\/strong><\/th>| What to do<\/strong><\/th> | Why<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead> | 3\u20136 months before<\/td> | Dental check-up, with X-rays if needed<\/td> | Time to treat cavities or gum problems<\/td><\/tr> | 1\u20132 months before<\/td> | Professional cleaning (scaling and polishing)<\/td> | Removes plaque and tartar before whitening<\/td><\/tr> | 3\u20134 weeks before<\/td> | Whitening session<\/td> | Time for any sensitivity to settle<\/td><\/tr> | 1 week before<\/td> | See your dentist only if something’s bothering you<\/td> | Avoids rushed last-minute treatment<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n | Tip:<\/strong> Count back from your first function, whether that’s the engagement, haldi or mehendi, not from the wedding day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your dentist may also suggest combining in-office whitening with take-home trays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your final cost depends on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n These are indicative ranges across Gurgaon clinics. At Thyme Dental, you\u2019ll get a treatment plan and exact cost before anything starts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some sensitivity to hot or cold food and drinks is normal for a few days and usually settles on its own. If your teeth are already sensitive, ask about desensitizing toothpaste before your appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For the first 48 hours, limit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n After that, rinsing with water after meals helps keep new stains away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n |
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