Causes of stained teeth

Foods and drinks can easily stain a patient’s teeth. Some beverages, such as coffee, tea, soda and red wine, can all leave stains on a patient’s teeth over time. Tobacco usage, including smoking or chewing it, can also cause brown discoloration of the teeth. Excessive fluoride use is another cause of discolored teeth, especially during the younger years. If these substances are not removed through proper brushing and dental cleanings, then Zoom teeth whitening can take care of these stains.

Most adults’ teeth will naturally become less white as the adults age. The dentin in the middle of the teeth will naturally take on a more yellow appearance over time, meaning that the teeth can naturally discolor even if patients never drink tea, coffee or other stain-causing beverages. The enamel on the outside of the teeth also becomes thinner over time, which means that the discoloration of the dentin can become more prominent. Combined with foods, beverages, and other things, most adults will benefit from Zoom teeth whitening.

Benefits of Zoom teeth whitening

A smile is an individual’s first impression when it comes to meeting new people, whether that is at work or in casual social situations. First impressions mean a lot, so making a good one is important. Having a bright, white smile can help individuals make that great first impression. This can be important when it comes to making new friends or getting a new job.

Compared to other methods of whitening teeth, Zoom teeth whitening has several benefits that patients might find themselves enjoying. For example, at-home bleaching kits can be more difficult to use than an appointment at a dentist’s office. These trays also take some time to use. A patient may need to use the trays for at least two weeks to get the same results than an hour-long Zoom teeth whitening treatment would yield.

Other types of teeth whitening use a type of whitening gel that is not as strong as the one used with Zoom teeth whitening. This can yield different results than what Zoom does. Patients might find that other teeth-whitening methods do not make the teeth quite as white. Individuals with very stained teeth can especially benefit from Zoom teeth whitening.

Another benefit of Zoom teeth whitening is the fact that the ultraviolet light is not harmful to the teeth. This light has a filter that can prevent too much heat from going onto the teeth. With other methods of teeth whitening that use a light, there is a risk of damage to the nerves around the teeth from the heat of the light. However, the light of Zoom teeth whitening does not pose this risk for patients.

How Zoom teeth whitening works

We will begin with a consultation for each patient before treatment. Zoom teeth whitening is an option for most patients. However, we will go over patients’ health history to help patients make the right decision about whitening. We will perform a dental examination to determine the overall health of the patient’s teeth, mouth and gums.

Before we whiten a patient’s teeth, we will most likely clean the teeth. This will allow the teeth to be whitened evenly. It will also prevent any staining agents from remaining on the teeth. We can then apply the Zoom teeth whitening gel.

The gel that our cosmetic dentist will use contains hydrogen peroxide, a strong bleaching substance for a patient’s teeth. Our cosmetic dentist will apply this gel to a patient’s teeth, taking care to avoid the lips and gums. We may choose to cover these areas with a protection at first. Next, we will apply ultraviolet light to the area.

This light will serve to activate the hydrogen peroxide that is in the gel. It causes the gel to release oxygen, which can penetrate into the enamel and the dentin layers of the teeth. Any stains and discoloration will be bleached out during this process, leaving the teeth sparkling white.

After Zoom teeth whitening

Our cosmetic dentist can apply fluoride to the patient’s teeth after the whitening treatment. This will help to reduce any sensitivity in the patient’s mouth, especially for hot, cold or sweet foods. We might recommend that patients avoid staining foods and beverages after the treatment. This is especially important within the first two days after treatment.

Avoiding staining foods can help patients to maintain the new smiles after treatment. We can give patients kits to make touch-ups at home. This can help the results to last as long as possible. If patients have any tooth sensitivity after the treatment process, then they can take over-the-counter pain relievers.