Monday, June 29, 2009
Tooth Whitening And Sensitivity
It’s near impossible to have a head-turning smile and zero tooth sensitivity. If you already experience tooth sensitivity, it’s not recommended for you to brighten your smile through traditional tooth whitening procedures.
However, at Smiles By Sands, we use Zoom! Tooth Whitening, a low sensitivity tooth whitening technique that will leave you with a minimal amount of discomfort during and after the procedure.
If you have undergone a tooth whitening procedure and still experience sensitivity, there are ways you can reduce your discomfort and minimize your tooth sensitivity:
- Brush gently with a soft-bristled toothbrush. Electric toothbrushes are another option
- Many tooth whitening toothpastes and mouthwashes are highly abrasive and attack the enamel that protects your teeth. Try substituting these highly abrasive dental products for other less damaging ones
- Brush immediately after eating highly acidic foods like oranges and yogurts, which can damage tooth enamel
- Stop grinding or clenching your teeth. If this is a subconscious habit, wear a protective mouth guard while sleeping
- Don’t chew on inedible objects like ice, pens, etc.
If you would like to know more about tooth whitening and sensitivity and live in the Valley Village, Studio City, Sherman Oaks, Burbank, or North Hollywood, California areas, please contact Smiles By Sands today.
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Friday, June 19, 2009
What Causes Sensitivity With Tooth Whitening?
Both in-office tooth whitening techniques and at-home bleaching kits can work wonders for your smile. The unfortunate side affect of a dazzling smile is the increased sensitivity your teeth may experience.
If you’re using a tooth whitening toothpaste or home bleaching kits, you might be inadvertently applying sodium pyrophosphate, an abrasive chemical that will make your teeth more sensitive to acidic foods and hot and cold beverages.
At Smiles By Sands, we provide our patients with the option to whiten their teeth through Zoom! Tooth Whitening, a fast, efficient tooth whitening procedure that will brighten teeth by up to eight shades. While it’s a low-sensitivity tooth whitening method, tooth sensitivity can still occur. In order to minimize sensitivity, we suggest:
• Using fluoride based toothpastes
• Brushing gently
• Changing your diet by eliminating yogurt, ice cream, and extreme temperature beverages
The minor sensitivity that might be experienced with Zoom! occurs as a result of the minimal amount of heat generated by the light used to activate the whitening agents. Any amount of sensitivity following the procedure can be reduced with anti-sensitivity toothpaste and will disappear shortly.
Another solution to have a dazzling smile is porcelain veneers. Porcelain veneers are thin, ceramic shells bonded to your teeth. There’s no fear of over-whitening, are a more long-term solution, and protect your teeth from future decay and damage.
If you would like to know more about the causes of sensitivity with tooth whitening and live in the Valley Village, Studio City, Sherman Oaks, Burbank, or North Hollywood, California areas, please contact Smiles By Sands today.
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