9 FAQs About Zoom Teeth Whitening

Your pearly whites can turn dull or stained over time if you regularly drink highly pigmented things like coffee, tea, red wine, or soda. Dental tartar, certain medications, dental trauma, and smoking are other common reasons for stained teeth.

While tooth stains don’t affect oral health or functionality, they can make you feel and look less attractive. It can cause you to feel self-conscious about smiling or socializing, which can hurt your career and overall quality of life.

Fortunately, Zoom teeth whitening gives you a reason to smile confidently again. Zoom whitening is a quick, simple, and non-invasive procedure to whiten or brighten your smile. This article addresses nine frequently asked questions about Zoom whitening.

• How does Zoom Whitening Work? 

Zoom in-office whitening uses active hydrogen peroxide-based whitening gel and a unique lamp known as zoom laser light. The dentist applies the whitening gel to each tooth. The gel penetrates through the enamel and dentin, breaking down and dispersing the stains to make the teeth appear brighter.

The Zoom light or laser is used as an activating agent, making the hydrogen peroxide gel more effective at removing tooth stains. After the treatment, the dentist will wash away the bleaching gel and rinse your mouth. You’ll be ready to return to your routine with a brighter smile.

• How Long Does Zoom Whitening Take?

Since everyone’s needs are unique (some patients might have deeper stains than others), there can be slight variations in the time the treatment sessions take. On average, the treatment takes around 45 – 90 minutes. Your dentist can tell you how long it will take after examining your teeth stains.

• Is Zoom Whitening Permanent? 

No, Zoom whitening isn’t permanent. That said, staying away or limiting staining ingredients after the procedure is crucial. You should adhere to a white diet for the next three days after the treatment. Colored foods, drinks, and tobacco can easily re-stain your teeth.

• Is Zoom Whitening Safe? 

When provided by a trained and experienced dental professional, Zoom whitening is unlikely to cause any damage to your teeth. However, whitening your teeth too frequently can weaken the teeth’ enamel over time, exposing you to sensitivity and decay. Limit staining habits to prevent the need for regular whitening treatments.

• Is Zoom Whitening Painful?

 Zoom whitening is non-invasive and painless. However, some patients with sensitive teeth might experience mild pain or sensitivity during or after the procedure. Fortunately, the effects should fade away within a few days. The dentist can recommend sensitive toothpaste before and after the procedure to minimize discomfort.

• Can I Smoke After Zoom Whitening?

 While Zoom whitening is highly effective at removing teeth stains, it does not prevent them. Therefore, smoking after your treatment will re-stain your teeth over time. If you can, it’s better to avoid smoking altogether. It’s good for your teeth and overall well-being. If you must smoke, you should wait at least 72 hours.

• Can I have Zoom Whitening if I have Cavities or Gum Disease? 

Generally, having gum disease or tooth decay doesn’t automatically disqualify you from whitening your smile. However, the whitening procedure with these conditions can irritate the gums and teeth, causing increased discomfort. That said, the dentist has to address these problems before whitening your teeth.

• Does Zoom Whitening Work on Crowns?

 Zoom whitening cannot whiten dental restorations. It only works for your natural teeth. Since dental restorations contain artificial and non-porous materials like porcelain, they won’t respond to bleaching. If your restoration is stained, it can only be repaired or replaced.

• How can you Maintain the Zoom Whitening Results? 

After whitening your teeth, excellent dental hygiene and habits are essential to maintain a bright smile for as long as possible. Use these tips to care for your smile:

• Brush and floss daily.
• Avoid or limit staining food items like coffee, tea, red wine, and soda.
• Avoid or limit acidic things like limes and apple cider vinegar.
• Brush or rinse your mouth after taking staining items.
• Avoid tobacco products.
• Schedule frequent dental check-ups and cleanings.

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Ready to transform your smile with Zoom Teeth Whitening? Or perhaps you’ve got further questions about Zoom whitening? Contact Hammond Pond Dental Group to speak with our dentist in Chestnut Hill, MA.