WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS OF TEETH WHITENING?

TOOTH SENSITIVITY:

Depending on the type, duration and strength of the teeth whitening treatment, some people can experience some tooth sensitivity, often referred to as “zingers”, during the first 24 – 48 hours after the whitening treatment. The likelihood of experiencing zingers increases with stronger gels. Our gel is designed to balance whitening effectiveness with minimal sensitivity  providing amazing results with little-to-no discomfort.

If you do experience sensitivity, we can add on a desensitizer, remineralized after whitening treatment is completed, this is an add on service with a fee. You can also use sensitivity products that contain potassium nitrate-a desensitizer, found in most sensitivity toothpastes. Follow this routine until tooth sensitivity goes away. Certain factors can heighten or extend sensitivity after whitening., including already sensitive teeth, recently cracked tooth, micro-cracks, weakened enamel, and other dental issues.

BLANCHING AND MINOR GUM IRRITATION TOOTH SENSITIVITY:

Blanching is when the gums turn white and possibly even sting a little after a teeth whitening treatment. Blanching is normal and usually goes away in 5-20 minutes. Rinse your mouth well.

If you experience severe irritation or blistering, stop the treatment immediately. Rinse your mouth with warm salt water and consult your doctor if desired. You may have an allergic reaction or gum disease.

CALCIUM DEPOSITS MAY SHOW UP MORE:

Some people have concentrated amounts of calcium in their enamel, and this usually shows up as white spots or streaks on the teeth. These are most noticeable in children’s teeth, but as people get older and teeth get stained over time, the calcium deposits become not very noticeable. If you have calcium deposits, teeth whitening whitens them more than the rest of the teeth, and they can become quite noticeable. The deposits were always there, so the whitening gel did not create them. That said, over the next couple of weeks, the bright calcium deposits will tone down and will become much less noticeable, so most people don’t think it’s a big deal.

How long will my teeth stay white?

After a teeth whitening treatment, it is normal for tooth color to regress somewhat over time. Sometimes, a noticeable amount of color can return over the days following the treatment. The best way to avoid this or limit it is by applying a liquid or gel containing hydrogen peroxide to your teeth over the next 5 days or so. The best product options for this are a touch-up pen. Certain foods and beverages such as coffee, tea, spaghetti sauce, and red wine speed up color regression. Be aware that lipstick and tobacco also stain teeth. We recommend that you follow “The White Diet” for at least 24 hours after a whitening treatment. You should also not eat or drink anything other than water over next 60 minutes following the end of your whitening application.

What is the white diet?

Exactly what it sounds like, food that doesn’t have much color to it. Examples: water, milk, chicken & turkey, white rice, pasta, cottage cheese, bananas.

Who can’t whiten their teeth?

We don’t recommended women who are pregnant and/or breast feeding. People who are have allergies to hydrogen peroxide.

How long do zingers last after teeth whitening?

Tooth sensitivity, aka zingers, usually subsides within 24-48 hours after a teeth whitening treatment for most people. Most state they go away by the end of the night.