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White Spot treatment for tooth discolouration
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.
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Suuhygienisti
Revised 12/17/2019
Facts about White Spot treatment
- 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.
- 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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Whitening consultation (free)
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Laser teeth whitening
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Dental hygienist
Provides individual advice for tending to your oral health.
In 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.
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.
1
Exposed to hydrochloric acid
In the first phase of the actual treatment, the stained tooth is exposed to hydrochloric acid.
2
Dried with ethanol
In the next phase, the tooth is dried with ethanol.
3
Treatment agent
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.
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.
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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Take into account in the price list
The price estimate not include the outpatient clinic fee (€33,90). No Kanta fee is charged for visits to the dentist. The outpatient clinic fee for a dental hygienist visit €19.30. If the procedure is with a specialist dentist,prices will be increased 30%| Service | Price estimate |
|---|---|
| Dental check-up | 54,00 € Without Kela reimbursement 84,00 € |
| Dental check-up for patients with dental fear | 91,00 € Without Kela reimbursement 121,00 € |
| 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 207,75–239,75 €, without Kela reimbursement 227,90–259,90 € | 207,75 € Without Kela reimbursement 227,90 € |
| Dental X-ray of the teeth and jaws | Mobile Benefit 98,00 € The price with a doctor's referral after Kela compensation is €86. 109,00 € Without Kela reimbursement 118,00 € |
| Tartar removal 30–45 minute appointment with a dental hygienist. Book an appointment for tartar removal Explore different payment methods Prices 130,00–183,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 138,00–195,00 € | from 130,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 138,00 € |
| Tooth jewellery application The price does not include the price of tooth jewellery. | from 68,00 € No Kela reimbursement |
| Dental fillings 1–3 surfaces. Prices 94,00–262,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 104,00–285,00 € | from 94,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 104,00 € |
| Ceramic filling of the tooth 1–3 surfaces. Explore different payment methods Prices 279,00–561,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 279,00–618,00 € | from 279,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 279,00 € |
| Dental ceramic crown Laboratory costs are not included in the price estimate. Explore different payment methods Prices 616,00–798,00 € | from 616,00 € No Kela reimbursement |
| Chipped tooth Prices 94,00–262,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 104,00–285,00 € | from 94,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 104,00 € |
| Tooth extraction Explore different payment methods Prices 109,00–732,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 119,00–794,00 € | from 109,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 119,00 € |
| Tooth whitening Price estimate given at the free consultation appointment. Book an appointment for a free whitening consultation Prices 101,00–455,00 € | from 101,00 € No Kela reimbursement |
| Whitening consultation appointment Includes an individual price estimate for teeth whitening. Book an appointment for a whitening consultation. | Free No Kela reimbursement |
| Anaesthesia Prices 38,00–39,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 41,00–42,00 € | from 38,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 41,00 € |
| Irrevocable absence Prices 74,00–96,00 € | 74,00 € No Kela reimbursement |
| Initial assessment of sleep apnea Learn more about sleep apnea and book an appointment (in Finnish) | from 57,00 € Without Kela reimbursement from 84,00 € |
| Bite guard Includes clinical work and the bite guard. Prices 638,00–685,00 €, without Kela reimbursement 695,00–742,00 € | 638,00 € Without Kela reimbursement 695,00 € |
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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.
