Users' questions

Is there a paint on whitener for teeth?

Is there a paint on whitener for teeth?

Paint-on whiteners can be purchased over-the-counter and generally are less expensive and less effective than whitening strips or professional options. Paint-on teeth whiteners consist of a gel that is applied to the tooth using a small brush.

Does in office teeth whitening hurt?

During the teeth whitening procedure, you may experience what we call “zingers.” Zingers are brief flashes of pain that happen when the nerves in your teeth react to the whitening process. This pain can continue even after you leave the office, which is why we always give our patients pain relievers to take afterwards.

What paint is safe for teeth?

CHRŌM is a tooth polish, just like nail polish, that can be applied to teeth and removed in a matter of seconds, and lasts for up to 24 hours at a time. It has no taste and comes in brights, whites, black, metallics, glitters, glow, and more.

What is the most effective in-office teeth whitening method?

Option #1: In-Office Laser Whitening This is one of the popular teeth whitening methods that some people believe is the most effective way to get a brighter smile. Using lasers and peroxide-based whitening agents in a professional setting, this teeth whitening method provides dramatic, lasting results.

How much is it to get teeth professionally whitened?

Cost of Teeth Whitening

Procedure Estimated Fee
In Chair from $500 (for new patients only)
Take Home $350.00

Should I brush my teeth after Zoom whitening?

Brush your teeth with desensitising toothpaste and a soft bristled toothbrush to help reduce tooth sensitivity. Do not brush and floss aggressively as this can wear down soft enamel after treatment and irritate the gums.

Does Zoom whitening actually work?

Does Zoom Whitening Really Work? Zoom teeth whitening is effective. Many studies have demonstrated that patients who undergo Zoom achieve an average of 6 to 8 shades of whiter teeth 30 days after the procedure. The Zoom teeth whitening process works by breaking down stains below the surface of teeth.

How to prepare for teeth whitening in the office?

Patient with cheek retractors during in-office teeth whitening. Gums are protected. Make you rinse your mouth with a lot of water, and polish your teeth with pumice again (if necessary). Assess the degree of teeth whitening to gauge whether the procedure should be repeated or not. Apply more whitening gel if necessary.

What kind of whitening system do I need for my chair?

Chairside whitening systems are designed for in-office whitening applications that will leave your patients with a brighter smile when they leave your chair. Some systems work with a light or laser, while others work with just the whitening gel or paste.

What kind of whitening gel do you use?

Some systems work with a light or laser, while others work with just the whitening gel or paste. Most of the whitening systems make use of either hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide to achieve their whitening results. Peroxide strength varies between 25 percent to 40 percent.

How does a dentist speed up the whitening process?

Your dentist preps your mouth for whitening and applies a layer of advanced whitening gel to your teeth. To speed up the whitening process, they’ll shine our WhiteSpeed blue LED lamp onto your teeth.