At Park Bouldevard Family Dentistry, we use Zoom Teeth Whitening to give patients a brighter and more confident smile. Zoom is commonly used throughout the United States. Smiles tend to fade, especially if you drink coffee, tea on a regular basis. The aging process may also cause your teeth to stain and darken. The Zoom in-office tooth whitening treatments have about 25% of hydrogen peroxide, which helps speed up the teeth whitening process. In today’s blog, your favorite dentist in Pinellas Park, FL, Dr. Wade, talks about Zoom Teeth Whitening.

Treatment Planning and Consultation

Before determining if Zoom Teeth Whitening is the best cosmetic dentistry treatment for you, Dr. Wade will need to see you for a consultation. It’s standard practice for most dentists to review their teeth and gums. This will ensure that the treatment will be effective with your smile. We’ll also be able to see if your smile goals are achievable with Zoom. Whitening may not be the best choice depending on the appearance of your smile.

The Zoom Method

One of the best parts of getting professional teeth whitening is that the results are instant. The entire process takes less than an hour, but prior to the Zoom teeth whitening session, a professional teeth cleaning is recommended. The procedure starts with a brief preparation in which the lips and gums are covered, leaving the teeth visible. The whitening gel is then applied by our team, which acts in tandem with the Zoom light. This is used to penetrate the teeth and break up stains. While the light is turned on, the gel stays in place for 15 minutes. During your treatment, we encourage patients to relax, watch Netflix, or listen to music during this period.

For a total treatment period of 45 minutes, the gel is applied for three 15-minute sessions of light activation. Individuals who have a powerful gag reflex or have dental anxiety can make the teeth whitening process difficult. 

After Professional Teeth Whitening

After your visit to Park Boulevard Family Dentistry, you will be sent a Zoom at-home touch-up kit with custom-fitted whitening trays. Where and how to use this touch-up kit, follow Dr. Wade’s instructions.

To help preserve the whitening effects of your procedure, your dentist Pinellas Park is likely to encourage you to avoid certain foods and beverages such as tea, coffee, red wine, and tobacco. It’s okay to have this in moderation. 

One of the most effective ways to keep your smile bright is maintaining a good oral health regimen, says our friend Dr. Ryan Helgerson, a dentist in Grand Junction. There are toothpastes with whitening agents. Ask Dr. Wade what she recommends. 

Some Considerations

The Zoom light emits very little heat, which can cause sensitivity during treatment. Minor tingling is still felt immediately after the cosmetic treatment, but it will likely go away. To reduce sensitivity, ask Dr. Wade for an anti-sensitivity toothpaste prior to treatment.

Zoom, like other whitening items, is not approved for children under the age of 13, as well as pregnant or lactating mothers. Also, keep in mind that whitening treatments might not be as successful for some people as they are for others. If you have any questions regarding your Zoom Teeth Whitening, contact Park Boulevard Family Dentistry.