What
is Zoom®
Teeth Whitening?
Zoom
Teeth Whitening is a teeth whitening process
that lightens discoloration of enamel and dentin.
What causes discoloration
of teeth?
There are many causes.
The most common include aging and consumption
of staining substances
such as coffee, tea, colas, tobacco, red wine,
etc. During the formation of teeth, consumption
of
tetracycline, certain antibiotics or excessive
fluoride may also cause tooth discoloration.
Who may benefit
from Zoom Teeth Whitening?
Almost anyone. However,
Zoom
Teeth Whitening may not be as effective or
some as it is for others.
Your dental professional can determine if you
are a viable candidate for this Zoom
Teeth Whitening
through a thorough oral exam, including a teeth
shade assessment.
Do many people whiten
their teeth?
More people whiten
their teeth than you might imagine. A bright,
sparkling smile can make a big
difference for everyone. The Zoom
Whitening System makes it easier and faster
than ever before.
Is teeth whitening
safe?
Yes, extensive research
and clinical studies indicate that whitening
teeth under the supervision of
a dentist is safe. In fact, many dentists consider
teeth whitening the safest cosmetic dental
procedure available. As with any teeth whitening
product, ZoomTeeth
Whitening is not
recommended for children under 13 years of
age and pregnant or lactating women.
How long do Zoom
Teeth Whitening results last?
By following some
simple post teeth whitening care instructions,
your teeth will always be lighter
than they were before. To keep your teeth looking
their best, we recommend flossing, brushing
twice daily with Zoom
Teeth Whitening Toothpaste.
Is there any difference between over-the-counter
teeth whiteners and
Zoom Teeth Whitening?
Yes! Consulting your
dental professional is always the first step
to whitening your teeth safely. Plus,
over-the-counter teeth whitening strips, brush-on
gels and toothpastes take weeks or months to
whiten your teeth just a few shades. Zoom
Teeth Whitening is clinically proven to whiten
your teeth
eight shades in one hour. Only a dentist can
get your teeth this white, this fast.
How does the Zoom Teeth Whitening In-Office
System work?
The Zoom
light-activated teeth whitening gel's active
ingredient is hydrogen peroxide. As the hydro-
gen peroxide gel is broken down, oxygen enters
the enamel and dentin, bleaching colored substances
while the structure of the tooth is unchanged.
The Zoom
Teeth Whitening light aids in activating the
hydrogen peroxide and helps it penetrate the
surface of the tooth. A study has shown that
use of the
Zoom
lamp increases the effectiveness of the Zoom
Teeth Whitening gel by 33% or more, giving
an average improvement of eight shades.
What does a patient
experience during the Zoom Teeth Whitening
procedure?
During the Zoom
Teeth Whitening procedure, patients may comfortably
watch television or listen to
music. Many actually fall asleep. Individuals
with a strong gag reflex or anxiety may have
difficulty
undergoing the entire procedure.
Are there any side effects to Zoom Teeth Whitening?
Some people experience
temporary increased tooth sensitivity to cold
during the Zoom Teeth
Whitening treatment. These symptoms disappear
within 1-3 days after completion of the teeth
whitening treatment.
How is exposure
to the Zoom Teeth Whitening light controlled?
The Zoom
Teeth Whitening procedure requires that all
soft tissue in and around the mouth be pro-
tected. The
clinician is required to monitor the procedure
to insure any exposed skin or tissue is
isolated and protected. Protective eyewear
is required during the teeth whitening procedure.
Light
sensitive individuals including those undergoing
PUVA (Psoralen+UV Radiation) therapy or other
photo-chemotherapy, as well as patients with
melanoma, should not undergo the Zoom
In-Office
procedure. Also patients taking any light sensitive
drugs or substances, whether over-the-counter,
prescription or homeopathic, should consult
their primary physician prior to procedure.
How long does Zoom
Teeth Whitening take?
The complete Zoom
Teeth Whitening procedure takes just over an
hour. The procedure begins with
a preparation period followed by one hour of
whitening with Zoom
Teeth Whitening. A five minute
fluoride treatment completes the procedure
(a cleaning is recommended prior to the actual
Zoom
Teeth Whitening session).
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