First and foremost I warn patients of all the possible side affects.
Yes, the bleach can seep through the barrier and cause burning of the tissues. I also warn patients that they may feel a “thumping” in their teeth, possibly for a few days. I often test our products on myself or our staff members so that I can better explain to our patients the possible side affects.

We have had only one patient complain about swollen lips. All bleaching materials and procedures cause some blanching, burning, sores, redness and discomfort of the gum tissue. As with any cosmetic procedure there are always side affects and you should be completely informed by Dr. or the office staff.

Zoom recommends 3 cycles of 15 minutes under the light, and in most cases this is just fine with my patients, even though we have once in a while patients that stop after 2 cycles ( when they feel tooth sensitivity ).
I also start out with the lowest concentration of bleach and I do not place the light right up to the mouth. I often leave some space between the mouth and the light. I do not recommend doing any at home tray bleaching. I have had some wonderful results and very satisfied patients. I will not perform bleaching on a patient that I do not feel that I can get their teeth at least 5 to 6 shades lighter. I have always been honest with patients during their consult and have turned patients away. At our office we are only interested in great results and not money. If we can’t get you great results we tell them, “unfortunately laser bleaching will not get you the results you are looking for and we won’t have you waste your time or money.” Often the color of our teeth is internal not external. Internal coloring can not be bleached!!!!

To all of you who are considering Zoom keep a few things in mind.

1. Make sure your discoloration is external. (internal coloring will usually be more of a gray shade or a deep yellow coloring….this usually is due to medication or age)
2. Make sure that when having the bleaching that the person has placed a gauze covering over your lips before they place the lip retractors.
3. Ask what their office policy is if your results are not at least 5 to 6 shades lighter.
   In our office we have never had anyone have to ask for their money back due to the fact that we are always honest about how many shades we “think” we may be able to get them.
4. No matter how thick the barrier is on your gums there is always the chance that the material will seep through and cause discomfort. Though in my experience I haven’t had anyone had discomfort for more than a day or two and I’ve never had anyone had their gums turn black.
   Ask your dentist to do what I do-cover all exposed tissue.

As far as after you’ve had any bleaching, I recommend several different things.

I explain to the patient that after the bleaching session that their teeth will be more susceptible to stains for about a week so please be more careful about what your eat or drink. Keeping your teeth white,

• a good whitening tooth paste,
• avoid drinking coffee, tea, sodas without a straw.

These drinks have a natural dye and will stain more easily than any foods. If you don’t want to use a straw always have a glass of water with your drink.

Whitening can be a safe procedure but will cause some discomfort. Ask to be informed of all possible side effects!

These are my thoughts and experience, now I want to hear from you. Please comment bellow on your Zoom teeth whitening experience, let us know how you feel about it, or if you have any other questions.

Also make sure you go through our entire website. Educate yourself on Zoom teeth whitening and ASK. Don’t be afraid to ask us here, or your dentist.

Arizona Family Dental Cosmetic Dentistry has a new way of helping patients achieve a beautiful white and bright smile in just 45 minutes.

This method of making smiles as bright as the Arizona sun is called the Zoom!® whitening procedure, and it is one of the most popular teeth whitening procedures used by cosmetic dentists today.

“I strive to combine my experience with the latest technology to connect my patients with the procedures that are best suited to achieve their teeth whitening goals,” said Dr. Mannie Badyal, an Arizona cosmetic dentist from Arizona Family Dental “The patients who have undergone this procedure have been quite pleased with the results.”

You don’t have to be in need of an extreme makeover to enjoy the benefits of Zoom!®. This procedure is gaining popularity in the cosmetic dentistry arena because it is simple, fast, convenient and long lasting. It is performed by a cosmetic dentist or other dental professional and has been proven to be safe and effective.

As with nearly any procedure, the Zoom!® system might not be right for everyone, Badyal said. Prior to the procedure, a dentist must check the patient’s gums to ensure they are healthy enough to endure the teeth bleaching process..

About Zoom® Whitening

The Zoom teeth whitening procedure cuts through stains on teeth caused by drinking coffee, tea, cola and red wine or smoking.

If performed as an in-office procedure, the procedure begins with a short preparation to cover the lips and gums, leaving only the teeth exposed, according to the Zoom!® official Web site.

A dentist or other Zoom!® clinician then applies the proprietary Zoom!® whitening gel, designed specifically to be used with the Zoom!® light. This low-heat light penetrates the teeth and works with the hydrogen peroxide contained in the gel. The gel attaches itself to stained molecules on the teeth, breaks up the molecules and reduces the discoloration by allowing oxygen to enter the tooth enamel.

During this time the patient can relax, watch TV or listen to music. The gel is applied for three 15-minute sessions, for a total treatment time of 45 minutes.

After each session, the patient undergoes a five-minute fluoride treatment.

At the end of the process, the patient goes home with their whiter, brighter Zoom!® smile.

About Arizona Family Dental Cosmetic Dentistry

The dentists at Arizona Family Dental Cosmetic Dentistry have offices in Chandler and Phoenix AZ and serve patients from Phoenix Metro Area. In addition to being trained in the Zoom!® whitening procedure, they specialize in porcelain veneers, dental implants and extreme makeovers.

Want to learn more?
Call our Chandler or Phoenix Dental Office or email us to schedule an appointment and learn more about cosmetic dentistry.