White Spot treatment for tooth discolouration
Many people have stains, stripes and white or brown spots on their teeth. In most cases, they are caused by defective enamel development but, in some cases, they can also be due to excessive intake of fluoride from drinking water. Orthodontic treatment can also damage the enamel and cause stains.
Facts about White Spot treatment
- White Spot treatment is a three-phase treatment in which the tooth is exposed to hydrochloric acid and dried with ethanol. Finally, a treatment agent is spread on top of the tooth to fade the stains and close the surface of the tooth.
- Due to the protected gums, White Spot treatment is safe and can also be performed on children.
- Before White Spot treatment, teeth whitening is recommended, as whitening improves the outcome of the treatment, and the best results are achieved with a combination of effective whitening and White Spot treatment.
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Book an appointment for whitening consultationIn what cases is White spot treatment suitable?
Both brown and white spots can be treated with ICON infiltration treatment, also known as White Spot Treatment, performed by a dental hygienist. The treatment repairs or completely eliminates superficial damage sustained by the teeth.
The treatment can be performed on one or more teeth simultaneously. The majority of cosmetically disturbing spots are on the incisors or other teeth that are visible when you smile.
Progress of White Spot treatment
The White Spot treatment, also known as ICON infiltration treatment, consists of three phases. Before the treatment, a dental hygienist will cover your gums with a light-cured gum protector. The treatment is safe once the gums are protected, and it can be performed on children as well.
- In the first phase of the actual treatment, the stained tooth is exposed to hydrochloric acid.
- In the next phase, the tooth is dried with ethanol.
- Finally, a treatment agent is spread on top of the tooth to eliminate the stains and close the surface of the tooth. You will not feel anything during the procedure.
Over the course of the treatment plan, this three-phase operation is repeated three times. In most cases, tooth stains become smaller or are eliminated altogether. If the stain extends deep into the tooth, eliminating it might not be possible.
The tooth may feel rough after the treatment, but this will subside in a short while. The tooth will be polished at the end of the treatment. The tooth’s enamel is not damaged during the treatment. You should not eat or drink anything for an hour after the treatment.
The results of White Spot treatment are permanent and require no regular maintenance. If the results of a single treatment are not adequate, the treatment can be performed again.
Whitening prior to White Spot treatment
Tooth whitening is recommended before beginning White Spot treatment in order to improve the end results. The best results are achieved through a combination of effective whitening and White Spot treatment.
If you are not sure whether White Spot treatment is suitable for you, book an appointment for a free consultation. A dental hygienist can assess whether the treatment is suitable for your teeth.
Book an appointment for a free consultation from Hammas Mehiläinen appointment booking service or by calling our customer service on 010 273 8000 (local network rate/mobile charge).
The expert consulted for the article was Hammas Mehiläinen’s dental hygienist Enni Janhunen.
As of March 15, 2023, the polyclinic fee does not have to be paid after more than five reception visits during the calendar year. After the fifth payment, the polyclinic fee is €0 for visits for the rest of the calendar year.
If you visit our clinic and do not pay for your appointment using the available payment methods, we will send you an invoice for your appointment. The invoicing fee is EUR 5.20.
If the procedure is booked with a specialist dentist, the prices are increased by 30%.
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Service | Mobile Benefit price | Price estimate |
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Dental check-up | 51,00 € Without Kela reimbursement 81,00 € | |
Dental check-up for patients with dental fear | 88,00 € Without Kela reimbursement 118,00 € | |
Children and young people dental check-up Prices include the clinic fee (€33.90). Book a dental check-up for children and young people Prices 165,75–232,75 €, without Kela reimbursement 185,90–252,90 € | 165,75 € Without Kela reimbursement 185,90 € | |
Dental X-ray of the teeth and jaws | Mobile Benefit 95,00 € The price with a doctor's referral after Kela compensation is €86. | 106,00 € Without Kela reimbursement 115,00 € |
Tartar removal 30–45 minute appointment with a dental hygienist. Book an appointment for tartar removal Explore different payment methods Prices 126,00–171,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 134,00–189,00 € | from 126,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 134,00 € | |
Dental fillings 1–3 surfaces. Prices 91,00–253,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 101,00–276,00 € | from 91,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 101,00 € | |
Ceramic filling of the tooth 1–3 surfaces. Explore different payment methods Prices 271,00–693,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 271,00–750,00 € | from 271,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 271,00 € | |
Dental ceramic crown Laboratory costs are not included in the price estimate. Explore different payment methods Prices 598,00–755,00 € | from 598,00 € No Kela reimbursement | |
Chipped tooth Prices 91,00–253,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 101,00–276,00 € | from 91,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 101,00 € | |
Tooth extraction Explore different payment methods Prices 105,00–709,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 115,00–771,00 € | from 105,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 115,00 € | |
Tooth whitening Price estimate given at the free consultation appointment. Book an appointment for a free whitening consultation Prices 95,00–436,00 € | from 95,00 € No Kela reimbursement | |
Whitening consultation appointment Includes an individual price estimate for teeth whitening. Book an appointment for a whitening consultation. | Free Kela reimbursement deducted from the price | |
Anaesthesia Prices 36,00–37,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 39,00–40,00 € | from 36,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 39,00 € |
Frequently asked questions
White Spot treatment is usually not felt at all, but the treatment agent applied to the tooth surface may cause a slight sensation. Due to the protected gums, the treatment is safe and can also be performed on children.
The results are permanent and require no regular maintenance. If the results of a single treatment are not adequate, the treatment can be performed again.
Tooth whitening is recommended before beginning White Spot treatment in order to improve the end results. The best results are achieved through a combination of effective whitening and White Spot treatment.