Zoom- Teeth Whitening
Enhance Your Smile with Zoom Teeth Whitening
A sparkling white smile radiates health, happiness, and success. It’s no surprise that many people opt for teeth whitening to improve their appearance. Among the various methods available, Zoom Whitening stands out as a popular and effective treatment.
What is Zoom Whitening?
Zoom Whitening is a safe and efficient bleaching process used to lighten the discoloration of enamel and dentin. Discoloration can result from coffee, tea, cola, red wine, or smoking. Age can also stain and darken teeth.
The Zoom in-office procedure uses the Zoom Advanced Power Chairside Lamp to accelerate bleaching. This lamp activates a 25% hydrogen peroxide whitening gel. As hydrogen peroxide breaks down, oxygen enters the enamel and dentin, bleaching stained substances without changing the tooth’s structure.
The Zoom Whitening Procedure
Before starting the Zoom in-office treatment, your dentist will conduct a comprehensive examination of your teeth and gums to ensure their health. They will also discuss your oral hygiene and lifestyle habits to determine if you would benefit from whitening.
What to expect?
- Initial Exam: The dentist performs a thorough exam to address any dental issues before whitening.
- Preparation: Teeth are cleaned, and the lips and gums are covered, leaving teeth exposed.
- Gel Application: The dentist applies the proprietary Zoom gel to your teeth and uses the Zoom light to activate the gel.
- Multiple Treatments: For optimal results, patients may need three treatments.
- Home Maintenance: A home touch-up kit may be provided to maintain results. The kit includes trays and whitening gel for two-hour use.
Benefits of Zoom Whitening
- Quick Results: Unlike at-home kits that take weeks, Zoom can whiten your teeth in a single visit.
- Professional Supervision: Ensures safe and effective application, especially for sensitive teeth.
- Long-Lasting: Results can last 18 to 24 months with proper care.
- Effective: Zoom is more powerful and provides dramatic results than over-the-counter options.
Maintaining Your White Smile
To keep your teeth white and bright:
- Avoid staining beverages and foods when possible.
- Brush or rinse your mouth after consuming staining substances like coffee, tea, or red wine.
- Avoid tobacco products.
- Maintain effective oral hygiene and regular professional cleanings.
Teeth Whitening FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
How does teeth whitening work?
We provide you with custom-made mouth trays and several Polanight syringes so that you can whiten your teeth from home.
These syringes contain a carbamide peroxide whitening gel. This gel is positioned between your teeth and the tray. The gel comes in a variety of strengths with the higher percentages requiring less contact time.
When applied to the tooth, the chemicals break down into water and oxygen ions. Whilst the water will work to nourish and hydrate your tooth, the oxygen is able to enter the enamel. On entry, the ions break down long stain molecules which makes them lose their colour.
How long will the results of my teeth whitening last?
Again, this can vary. But, the results of your teeth whitening will last much longer if you make the effort to maintain them.
Coffee, tea, red wine and smoking also stain your teeth but with a good home oral hygiene routine and regular appointments with your dentist, your teeth could stay white for years.
How white will my teeth go?
This will depend on the concentration of whitening gel used, as well as the frequency and length of time you use it for. But, there will be a limit on how white your teeth will get.
In most cases, you can expect your teeth to lighten by at least three to four shades. The teeth whitening gel will bring your teeth to their optimum level of natural whiteness, and then plateau. Once your teeth reach the level of brightness you want, or are not getting any lighter with the treatment, that’s when you know your treatment is complete.
The best teeth whitening results are normally seen after two or three weeks of using Polanight every day.
Am I suitable for teeth whitening?
Instead of visiting a qualified cosmetic dentist, many people buy home teeth whitening products online and assume they will be fine using them. This is extremely dangerous as these people don’t realise there are a large number of factors your dentist takes into account before starting a teeth whitening programme.
When you come in for your consultation your dentist will ask you a number of health and lifestyle questions and give you a physical assessment. If they say you’re okay to continue, you can start your treatment with our teeth whitening kit.
However, there are certain groups of people that we can’t treat. These groups are children, pregnant women, nursing mothers, and patients who suffer with gout.
What causes tooth discoloration?
Common causes include aging, coffee and tea consumption, and smoking. Antibiotics and excessive fluoride during tooth formation can also cause discoloration.
Is teeth whitening safe?
Yes, under a dentist’s supervision, teeth whitening is considered safe. However, it is not recommended for children under 13 and pregnant or lactating women.
How long does the Zoom procedure take?
The entire procedure takes just over two hours, including preparation, bleaching, and fluoride treatment.
How long do the results last?
Results can last from 18 to 24 months, depending on personal habits such as diet and smoking.
Can Zoom whitening cause sensitivity?
Some people may experience temporary cold sensitivity during treatment, but this typically disappears within 1-3 days.
Will Zoom whitening damage my teeth or my dental restorations?
No, Zoom whitening does not damage teeth or existing dental restorations. However, dental restorations such as crowns and fillings may not be affected by the whitening process. They may need to be replaced to match the whitened teeth.
Is Zoom recommended for sensitive teeth?
Zoom is generally gentle and effective, but it is important to assess any health concerns with your dentist before proceeding.