TEETH WHITENING
With the latest Zoom! whitening products and the aid of a LED accelerator light will make you achieve the whiter and lighter smile in the safest way.
For the Teeth whitening process with perfect, the Phuket dentists utilize ZOOM!, the state -of-the-art dental technology designed by Phillips. Only dental professionals make use of this technology that is much more effective than at-home whitening treatment.
Zoom! Whitening: Is it Right Option For You?
Zoom! is a tooth bleaching process extensively used over the globe in the lightening of discolored enamel and dentin. The discoloration of the teeth may be as a result of either drinking coffee, tea, cola and red wine, or from smoking. The aging process can also be suspect to staining and darkening of your teeth.
The Zoom in-office tooth whitening process makes use of the attributed to the acceleration of the bleaching process – Zoom Advanced Power Chairside Lamp – to activate the 25 percent hydrogen peroxide whitening. As the hydrogen peroxide is decomposes, oxygen enters the enamel and dentin and bleaches the stained substances, leaving the tooth structure intact.
Consultation and Treatment Planning
Your dentist will conduct a comprehensive examination of your teeth and gums to ascertain good health before deciding if Zoom in-office teeth whitening is right for you or not. The dentist will also talk with you on your oral hygiene and lifestyle habits to assess if whitening will be beneficial for you. This will help both of you to agree on the whitening product or technique suitable for you.
Your dentist may also need you to undergo whitening in case you are planning other cosmetic dental procedures like veneers or composite bonding to ensure a better integration between the restoration and your natural dentition, or after removing the braces. Whitening depends on the condition of your teeth and your goals for changing the look of your smile.
During your consultation and evaluation for teeth whitening, your Phuket dentists will also note existing dental work, such as crowns, veneers, and composite fillings which will not respond to conventional whitening agents.
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The Zoom! Procedure
The whole process takes up to an hour, but a regular teeth cleaning is recommended prior to the actual Zoom! teeth whitening session. The procedure begins with a short preparation to cover the lips and gums, leaving the teeth exposed. The dentist then applies the Zoom hydrogen peroxide whitening gel that works with the Zoom light to penetrate the teeth to disintegrate the stains and discoloration. The gel remains in place for 15 minutes with the light activated. During this time, you can relax, watch TV or listen to music, waiting for the gel to do its work.
The gel is applied for three 15-minute sessions of light activation, for a total treatment time of 45 minutes. Individuals with a concern of strong gag reflex or anxiety may have difficulty undergoing the entire process. Right after this, a sensitivity-reducing fluoride paste-gel is applied to the teeth.
Maintaining Whitening Effects
To help the maintenance of whitening effects of your treatment, your dentist may advise you to avoid certain foods and beverages for a few days or consume them in moderation to avoid staining your teeth. This includes tea, coffee, red wine, cola, and many other such beverages. Tobacco products will also stain teeth even after whitening treatment. Maintenance an appropriate oral hygiene (brushing and flossing) regimen to prevent stains from reforming and see your dentist and hygienist regularly for scheduled teeth cleaning.
Toothpastes consisting of whitening agents may also be recommended by your dentist for maintenance the results of the process.
Considerations Before Teeth Whitening
During the treatment, sensitivity might occur to some people. The Zoom light emits negligible heat, which normally creates a discomfort. Minor tingling is hardly experienced right after the process, but always disintegrates. Ask your dentist for an anti-sensitivity toothpaste prior to treatment to reduce sensitivity.
As with other whitening products, Zoom is not recommended for children under 18 years of age, or for expectant or lactating women. Also, it is important to remember that whitening treatment may not be effective for all people. Only your dentist can determine if teeth whitening is right for you after a thorough examination of your teeth.
Frequency Asked Questions
– Is it safe? Yes. Scientific research and clinical studies have proved so, it has been clinically proved that Zoom! whitening is simple, safe and effective for your teeth and gum on condition that a trained dental professional supervises it.
– Are there any side effects? The commonly known side effect is tooth sensitivity which is temporary. This is generally experienced during or after treatment but it usually goes away within 1-3 days after whitening. Some people are completely free any sensitivity while others find it like the sensitivity to ice-cream.
– Will whitening damage my teeth and existing dental treatment? The Zoom whitening gel contains ACP and potassium nitrate which does not weaken, damage, soften or remove the enamel of your teeth and it has no adverse effects on existing dental work such as veneers or crowns.
– How long will my result last? Whitening treatment can last as long as possible with the only limitation being your lifestyle factors such as coffee, soft drink and wine consumption etc. Natural aging may also contribute towards the discoloring of the teeth again. Having a take-home whitening kit with custom-made trays might help to keep your teeth white.