Teeth Whitening at Dental World Clinic
Disclaimer: Not medical or professional advice. Always seek the advice of your physician.
Are you dreaming of a brighter, whiter smile? Teeth whitening offered by our office can make your dream come true. The procedure is simple and won’t bother you at all. Unlike teeth-whitening kits sold at every mall, the materials we use have proven to have an outstanding and long-lasting whitening effect.
We found out that teeth whitening results achieved by strong light or laser WON’T last for long. Moreover, they can increase sensitivity in your teeth and the initial color you wanted to get rid of will return quite fast.
Here’s How Our Whitening Works
After making molds of your mouth, we create teeth whitening trays tailored specifically to you. Then we provide you with a whitening gel made by the acclaimed dental companies like Philips’ Nite White.
You apply the gel inside the trays and put them into your mouth for several hours a day (or night – they are comfortable enough to let you sleep). You will notice a difference after the first time. The more applications you do, the whiter your teeth will become. You can control the whitening effect and stop when you feel they’re white enough. Unless you smoke cigarettes, drink red wine or too much coffee and tea, your teeth will remain white for years. Otherwise, you will need to repeat the application. The good news is you can keep your trays and re-whiten teeth whenever you want. It’s super-easy! You can’t imagine how fast you can get yourself a new, shining smile.
Our office is based in Marietta, Georgia. Schedule a consultation right now if you can’t wait to bring back your perfectly white smile with the help of teeth whitening.
How to Maintain the Result of Teeth Whitening
If you want to extend your teeth whitening results, you need to follow the post-whitening care recommendations by your doctor. These guidelines include special dietary requirements (White Diet) and oral hygiene.
White Diet after Teeth Whitening
Dentists recommend a special diet called the ‘white diet” after teeth whitening. It is necessary because teeth become porous and sensitive after the whitening process. Besides, it significantly increases their ability to absorb color pigments.
The diet aims to protect tooth enamel from staining that occurs due to synthetic and natural dyes contained in some drinks and foods.
The complete restoration of the enamel takes at least 12 days. If it is impossible to completely avoid products with dyes, you are allowed to have a slight deviation from the diet. However, it should happen only from the fourth day after whitening.
List of Foods to Avoid on the White Diet
- any tea types, except white tea
- coffee and hot chocolate
- brightly colored sauces
- fruit or vegetable juices
- brightly colored fruits and berries
- all citrus fruits and sour berries
- hard candies, chocolate, jams
- egg yolk.
- vinegar
- alcohol
- canned fruits and vegetables
- colored vegetables (carrots, pumpkins, beets, tomatoes)
- greens
- red meat
Dentists advise controlling the consumption of products that contain dyes and checking the ingredients on the product packaging before buying it. It is also essential to avoid eating food that is too hot or cold. The sudden temperature change can negatively affect the enamel.
White Diet Foods Allowed
- White meat, white fish, egg white.
- Rice, pasta.
- White or pale vegetables: white bell pepper, thermally processed celery roots and white cabbage, peeled cucumber, potatoes.
- Soft cheese, butter oil, vegetable oil.
- White beans.
- Champignon mushrooms.
- Bread.
- Bananas, pear (peeled).
Some seemingly harmless vegetables and fruits can pose a threat to teeth. For example, apples can be highly acidic, and cabbage can have a vibrant green color. If you decide to drink beverages with darker pigments (it should not be red wine or carrot juice), use a straw. You should also brush your teeth after consuming teeth-staining foods or drinks.
Can you Smoke after Teeth Whitening?
You can smoke after teeth whitening, but keep in mind that all chemicals in tobacco smoke instantly penetrate the unprotected tissues of the teeth and cause harm. As a result, the aesthetic impact will be quickly ruined. 2-3 cigarettes immediately after dental bleaching are enough to give the tooth enamel a yellowish-brown tint.
Many patients believe that hookah smoking is allowed after teeth whitening since it differs from smoking cigarettes. However, hookah is not healthier than cigarettes. Smoking mixtures used for hookah contain toxic components and tobacco leaves. Waterpipe smoke also contains combustion products and tar that stain tooth enamel. For this reason, dentists warn against smoking hookah after teeth whitening.
Other Recommendations after Teeth Whitening
Common side effects of teeth whitening include tooth and gum sensitivity in the first few weeks. Patients need to comply with suggested oral hygiene.
- Replace your toothbrush. It is recommended to change it every three months due to the accumulation of harmful germs and bacteria on toothbrush bristles over time. You need to replace it immediately after you have whitened your teeth, as the gums and enamel might be slightly damaged. Even the smallest cracks could create a pathway for bacteria to enter the enamel. You should buy a soft-bristled brush.
- Choose the right toothpaste. The toothpaste should not contain abrasive ingredients that can damage the enamel. The best option is toothpaste for sensitive teeth. You should use it for the first 2-3 weeks after whitening. Then you can buy fluoride toothpaste. It is a great option for strengthening the enamel and protecting against decay.
- Mouth rinses should not contain chlorhexidine, as this chemical can cause stains on your teeth.
- Women need to stop using colored lipstick for a while.
- Prescribed medications should not contain dyes.
- It is advisable to have a professional dental cleaning every 6 months to extend the results of your teeth whitening.
- Stick to a whitening system prescribed by your dentist rather than other whitening kits.
Repeating teeth whitening treatment at a dental clinic depends on many factors. The interval between clinic sessions is determined individually for each patient (from six months to five years).