- Eliminate tobacco products. ...
- Limit coffee, sodas, and dark-colored beverages. ...
- Brush, floss, repeat. ...
- Keep up with regular checkups and professional cleanings. ...
- Get whitening touch-up treatments.
How do I keep my teeth white after professional whitening?
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Does teeth whitening continue to work after treatment?
Although the whitener is rinsed after 20 minutes, the chemical reactions will continue to work for about 24 minutes after their application. This means that while you will notice results after your whitening procedure, the full effect is not often present until the day after.
How often do you need to touch-up teeth whitening?
about every 6 monthsThe best way to maintain your whitening results is to schedule regular touch-up appointments. While the length of time needed between touch-ups varies from person to person, most people will need a touch-up about every 6 months.
Can you overdo teeth whitening?
While teeth whitening can be a great way to brighten your smile and increase your confidence, it is possible to overdo it. Risks associated with too much whitening include tooth and gum sensitivity, discoloration, and even enamel degradation.
Why are my teeth still yellow after whitening?
If your teeth are still slightly yellow after one professional teeth whitening, that doesn't mean it didn't work. Your teeth may just require more than one session in order to get the full benefits.
Why is teeth whitening not working on my teeth?
Traditional whitening treatments do not work on porcelain or most cosmetic bonding materials. If you have porcelain veneers, dentures, crowns, or dental implants, or if you have undergone cosmetic bonding or have composite tooth-colored fillings, those teeth will not respond well to any whitening procedure.
Can I whiten my teeth twice a day?
Can I whiten my teeth twice in a day? It is safe for you to use tooth whitening trays four hours apart from each other. This is enough time for your enamel to recover from any minimal wear that may have been caused by the whitening gel. However, tooth whitening is more effective the longer you leave each tray in.
When is the best time to whiten your teeth?
The best time to whiten your teeth is just before Immediately after whitening (regardless of the product you use), your teeth are more susceptible to restaining. The pores in your teeth are slightly more open and can more easily allow stains in.
How long does teeth whitening gel last?
Most whitening gel lasts about a year after it is made. If it is kept in the refrigerator, the gel can still be good for use a little longer than a year. Over time the gel oxidizes and loses its potency. The gel will begin to look white or foggy if it is old.
Does teeth whitening destroy enamel?
The teeth whitening gel will not damage your tooth enamel as it is a hard tissue. The American Dental Association says that teeth whitening is safe. Maintain your results by avoiding foods and beverages that are known to stain the teeth.
What happens if you leave teeth whitening gel on too long?
Always follow the manufacturer's directions when using whitening products. Leaving them on for too long can cause tooth sensitivity, gum irritation, and tooth damage.
What does the blue light do teeth whitening?
Your dentist will apply a whitening gel to your teeth. Then they will use a blue LED light, which activates the hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide whitening gel. This helps break apart the gel faster. The resulting chemical reaction lifts stains off your teeth.
Proper dental hygiene
Flossing and brushing your teeth daily will not only help keep your teeth white, it also keeps your mouth healthy!
Avoid certain drinks
Certain types of food and drink have a tendency to stain your teeth. Avoid beverages like coffee, wine, and juice. If you can’t resist the urge for one of your favorite darker colored drinks, try using a straw to reduce the amount of liquid that touches your teeth.
Avoid certain types of food
Darker colored foods and sauces like certain berries, soy sauce, and tomato sauce are good to avoid or eat in moderation when trying to keep your teeth white.
Follow-up appointments
After whitening your teeth, it’s always smart to maintain follow-up appointments with your dentist to help extend your results. The length between treatments varies from patient to patient and depends on how quickly your results are declining. We’re happy to consult you on a timeline that’s best suited for your situation.
Review your oral care regimen
Leaving all of the responsibility for oral health to Kavitha Gowda, DDS, and our dental hygienists at Perfect Smiles Dentistry is a fast way to lose the luster of your teeth whitening treatment. Regular dental visits aren’t a substitute for daily care.
Ditch the tobacco habit
It doesn’t matter if you smoke or chew, the chemicals in tobacco products can stain your teeth yellow and brown, and that’s even before considering all the negative health effects of tobacco, such as bad breath, tooth loss, and oral cancer.
Adjust your eating habits
Since they’re chock full of antioxidants, an addiction to blueberries is a better habit than smoking, but you might not gain anything in the white teeth department. Red wine, coffee, tea, and cola are other consumables that dull the brightness.
Use recommended whitening products
Ask Dr. Gowda and her team about products that complement your teeth whitening treatments. They’re happy to recommend products that keep your teeth white away from the office. Many of our patients choose the Philips Zoom! whitening system for amazing in-office results, and we also offer at-home kits to extend the whitening effect.
