The Zoom!® Chairside Whitening System is becoming increasingly popular as a quick, secure, and efficient teeth-whitening solution. The Cosmetic dentist in Woodbridge uses this in-office teeth-whitening procedure to give their patients a confident smile. In this blog post, we will look in detail at the causes and procedures of the Zoom!® teeth-whitening.
What Causes Tooth Discoloration?
Tobacco usage and the use of dark beverages such as red wine, coffee, tea, and cola are two of the numerous factors that can cause teeth to become discolored or stained. But yellowing and graying can also result from using prescription medications and from aging naturally. The market is filled with literally hundreds of different whitening products, such as take-home whitening strips, bleaching toothpaste, and gels. A lot of take-home gels are overrated and cannot produce the expected effects.
How does Zoom!® whiten the teeth?
The Zoom!® teeth-whitening procedure lightens the teeth’s enamel and dentin. The gel’s active ingredient is hydrogen peroxide, which makes up 25% of Zoom!®. Hydrogen peroxide disintegrates into microscopic oxygen bubbles when it comes into contact with teeth. These bubbles eliminate the stain and discoloration.
The whitening process is accelerated by activating the gel with a mercury metal halide lamp. Throughout the process, the amount of heat (and thus sensitivity) on the teeth’s surface is lessened because of the particular infrared filter in this light. During and after the procedure, the teeth’s internal structure is unharmed and undamaged.
How is the Zoom!® treatment performed?
An outline of what to expect from a Zoom whitening procedure is provided below:
- Consultation: Before treatment, there will be a consultation where the dentist will outline the exact procedure.
- Preparation: To eliminate any dirt and plaque from the teeth, a thorough cleaning (prophylaxis) will be done on the day of treatment. Next, splash guards will be used to protect clothes from the bleaching solution and protective eyewear will shield eyes from halide light.
- Whitening Gel Application: The dentist will apply a layer of concentrated whitening gel to your teeth.
- Light Activation: A special LED lamp is used to activate the whitening gel, accelerating the bleaching process. This light activation cycle may be repeated several times during the treatment.
- Post-Treatment Care: You will receive detailed instructions from your dentist on how to take care of yourself after treatment, including advice on what to eat and how to brush your teeth.
The teeth are susceptible to re-contamination by the same external agents that initially produced the discoloration. Because of this, the dentist advises flossing once daily, using Zoom!® Weekender for periodic retreatments, and cleaning thoroughly twice a day with anti-sensitivity toothpaste. These after-treatment procedures will guarantee that the smile remains its brightest for an extended period.
