Zoom Teeth Whitening Treatment In Chair and Home Kits

We recommend that teeth bleaching treatments begin as close to a general check-up and hygiene appointment as possible. This is because the presence of dental plaque and tartar on the teeth will affect your results.

If your teeth or gums show signs of a dental problem, this will need to be addressed as a priority before we can begin a cosmetic dental treatment. Your gums may also need some time to heal.

In-chair and at-home teeth whitening treatments don't normally involve pain and discomfort. Your teeth may feel slightly more sensitive to heat and cold after the whitening gel is applied, but this should fade after the treatment.

If you have sensitive teeth or gums, we may use a lower concentration of bleaching agent and apply a desensitising gel to your teeth to help reduce discomfort.

Teeth whitening is safe when it's provided by a dental professional at our clinic or following our guidance at home. However, we'll make sure you understand what the possible risks are before you agree to a treatment so you can make a fully informed decision.

Teeth bleaching gels for home use contain hydrogen peroxide at safe concentrations. More concentrated whitening gels may only be used by a qualified dental professional in a clinical environment.

The risk of chemical burns to gums and other soft tissues is reduced when you use custom-fitted trays and use the correct amount of bleaching gel. Adding more gel to your trays will not whiten your teeth faster, but it will increase the risks.

You might have seen teeth whitening products on sale at supermarkets and pharmacies. While these are usually safe to use, the less concentrated bleaching gel they contain is not likely to produce results as noticeable as at-home whitening using a kit provided by a dentist.

As over-the-counter kits are not custom made, the bleaching trays also won't fit perfectly and the whitening solution may be unevenly distributed across your teeth. This also increases the risk of the bleaching gel coming into contact with your gums and causing burns or discolouration.

Teeth whitening is not a permanent treatment. If your brighter smile starts to fade, you can contact our clinic for a repeat treatment or a take home kit to top up your smile. We may also recommend using a whitening toothpaste to help you maintain your smile.

How long the treatment will last can vary from patient to patient. It depends on the type of whitening treatment you choose and how well you look after your teeth. Zoom! teeth whitening can last up to 3 years, but other treatments may need a top up after 6 months or 1 year.

Your white smile will fade faster if you don't take care of your teeth. You should try to avoid or minimise sources of stains such as certain food and drink and smoking and maintain good oral hygiene to prevent the build-up of plaque and tartar.

We recommend:

• Brushing your teeth twice a day for two minutes using a fluoride toothpaste
• Flossing once a day to remove food and plaque from between the teeth
• Cutting down on sugar and following a healthy diet to prevent decay
• Keeping up with your regular dental check-ups and professional teeth cleaning