What Makes Zoom Teeth Whitening an Effective Cosmetic Dentistry Treatment?

If you have wanted to whiten your teeth, then a cosmetic dentist near you may have recommended Zoom teeth whitening for you. This procedure involves a gel and a light that work together to remove deep stains from your teeth. This is effective whether these stains have come from beverages, smoking, age or other factors. You might be wondering why Zoom teeth whitening is so effective.

Why Zoom teeth whitening is effective

Zoom teeth whitening works by a gel that is activated by a light. This gel has been scientifically formulated and it is pH balanced. The solution consists of hydrogen peroxide and other ingredients that have been designed to help minimize sensitivity in the teeth and gums after treatment. The ultraviolet Zoom light activates this gel to allow it to penetrate the teeth.

This allows the substance to remove discoloration and stains that have set deep into the teeth. When the hydrogen peroxide in the solution breaks down, the oxygen can enter the dentin and enamel of the teeth. This allows the color of the teeth to be bleached while the structural integrity of the teeth is not changed. This can help to minimize any discomfort for the patient.

Maintaining Zoom teeth whitening results

Patients can help their results from Zoom teeth whitening procedures to remain effective. There are some precautions that individuals can take to help the results to last. Each individual’s set of teeth contains a protective layer known as dental pellicle. The layer is built up from chemicals in the saliva. During the whitening process, this layer is completely removed because this is the layer that also contained the stains. It will take about 48 hours for this layer to be completely built up again.

During the first 48 hours, it is a good idea to avoid eating dark or yellow substances because the teeth can more easily stain without the dental pellicle. Some of the foods and other things that are good to avoid can include:

• Mustard
• Soy sauce
• Soft drinks
• Potato chips
• Tomatoes, including ketchup and tomato sauce
• Berries
• Coffee, tea or hot chocolate
• Red wine
• Colored lipsticks
• Colored toothpaste or mouthwashes

During the first 48 hours, it is a good idea to stick with light-colored foods. This can include white meat, plain pasta, white rice, white bread without the crust and milk or water. Women might choose to use only a clear lip gloss while men and women alike can use a plain white toothpaste. Following these suggestions for food, beverages, makeup and oral care can help the Zoom teeth whitening results remain as effective as possible.

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Zoom teeth whitening is effective because of the hydrogen peroxide solution that is used. The ultraviolet light activates the solution to penetrate further into the patient’s teeth. This can help to remove very deep stains. Patients can help these results remain effective by using only light-colored food and products around the teeth for the first 48 hours.

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