Internal Bleaching for a Dead Tooth
A single darkened tooth after a root canal can be whitened from the inside. Here's how.
Dr. Ahmed Al-Rashid
Medical Director
Why dead teeth darken
After a root canal, blood pigments can enter the dentin, causing the tooth to turn grey or brown over months or years.
The procedure (walking bleach)
- Small access cavity reopened in the back of the tooth
- Bleaching paste placed inside the tooth
- Temporary filling seals it
- Paste refreshed every 3–7 days
- Continues until colour matches neighbours
Expected results
- 1–3 sessions usually sufficient
- Lifespan of result: 2–7 years
- Repeatable if darkening returns
Cost in Dubai
- AED 800–1,800 for a single tooth internal bleach
- Dramatically cheaper than a crown or veneer
When internal bleaching doesn't work
- Severe discoloration (consider veneer or crown)
- Root-end infection still active
- Large existing restoration interfering
Aftercare
- Final restoration (composite or crown) after colour is stable
- Regular whitening maintenance possible if desired
References
- American Association of Endodontists
Referenced sources
- American Association of Endodontists
Medical disclaimer. This article is informational and does not replace professional clinical advice. For a plan specific to your situation, book a consultation with a Paradise Dental specialist.
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