Teeth Whitening
Preparation
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It is recommended to get your teeth professionally cleaned before coming into your appointment. That way you get the best results possible.
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If possible please brush your teeth before your appointment.
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Bring some headphones so you can listen to music or a podcast while your teeth are whitening.
Aftercare
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Follow up appointments must be scheduled at least 7 days apart.
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Teeth may be sensitive after treatment. Use sensitive toothpaste (Sensodyne), or Orajel to help with your sensitivity. You can also take Ibuprofen or Tylenol to help.
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If sensitive, avoid acidic foods (oranges, lemons, juices, etc) until sensitivity has dissipated.
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Avoid any dark or red colored beverages/food for at least 24 hours (ketchup, pasta sauce, red wine, etc.) It is recommended to use a straw if dark beverages are consumed to prevent re-staining of the teeth.
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No smoking for at least 24hrs.
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After 2 hours you may brush your teeth & floss. This will help remove any residual stains leftover.
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It is recommended to come in once every 6 months for a maintenance session. Preferably a couple days after your biannual dental cleaning appointment so the whitening product can work much better.
*seek regular professional dental hygiene care to maintain oral health & keep staining to a minimum*