How do you take care of your teeth after whitening them?
Aftercare Tips
- Avoid Colored foods. Following a teeth-whitening procedure, the first 48 hours are the most crucial to the teeth because they are more prone to blemishes at this time.
- Avoid Acidic Foods.
- Foods You Can Eat.
- Avoid Hot and Cold Meals.
- Enjoying Your New Smile.
Do teeth whitening systems really work?
On average, LED teeth whitening can lighten your smile 6-8 shades during a single whitening session. Overall, the addition of LED lights to whitening procedures has improved the effectiveness of whitening agents, allowing for brighter and whiter smiles.
Are LED teeth whitening kits bad?
Is LED whitening safe? For the most part, it is considered safe. Sensitivity may occur with this type of teeth whitening. Sensitivity is related to the type of gel solution (bleaching agent), strength, and usage.
Should I whiten my teeth in the morning or night?
Smile Brilliant and dentist professionals recommend whitening before bed as it reduces the opportunity for staining and gives your teeth the night to begin rehydrating and remineralizing.
Do UV teeth whiteners work?
Together, the gel and light create a system that can expedite the teeth whitening process. And these in-office treatments are effective—according to a study published in the Journal of Conservative Dentistry, light-activated bleaching showed an increase in lightness compared to bleaching done without light.
Can whitening damage your teeth?
This begs the question “does teeth whitening damage the enamel?” The answer is no, teeth whitening doesn’t damage your tooth enamel. The main portion of the tooth, the dentin, is the portion of the tooth that’s responsible for your teeth’s color.
How much does professional teeth whitening cost at the dentist?
Cost estimate for at-home whitening materials: (Your dentist’s cost.) One syringe of whitening gel – $3.00 to $8.00. The price will vary depending on the volume/size of the syringe and possibly the concentration of the whitener. Most patients’ cases will require 4, or possibly more, syringes.
What you should know about teeth whitening?
Get a brighter smile.
What happens when you bleach your teeth?
The bleach opens the pores (or tubules) in your tooth enamel so that it can remove stains. This stimulates the nerves, which can be painful, particularly if you exceed the time noted on the packaging or if you bleach too often. It takes a few days for your saliva to remineralize your teeth and make the pain go away.
Does my insurance cover teeth whitening?
Dental insurance does not typically cover teeth whitening because it is a cosmetic procedure. Traditional insurance is not always your last resort, however. There are several different whitening methods available, including discount dental plans, which may provide the coverage you need.