{"id":1175,"date":"2017-09-20T22:17:12","date_gmt":"2017-09-20T22:17:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leslatnerdds.com\/blog\/?p=1175"},"modified":"2017-10-20T22:17:21","modified_gmt":"2017-10-20T22:17:21","slug":"zoom-teeth-whitening","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.leslatnerdds.com\/blog\/zoom-teeth-whitening\/","title":{"rendered":"Patients Love Zoom Teeth Whitening, But Watch the \u201cZingers!\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"\"women<\/a>\r\n\r\nHave you been wanting a whiter smile? Considering getting teeth whitening from your local dentist? This may actually be the best idea you\u2019ve had in a long time! But there may be a few questions holding you back from diving right into your cosmetic treatment, the main one being: will this procedure hurt?\r\n\r\nIf you would like to learn more about the professional teeth whitening experience, stay tuned. Your dentist is here to help you get the most out of your zoom whitening treatment.\r\n\r\n\r\n

Zoom! Teeth Whitening<\/h2>\r\nThe best way to remove stains on your teeth is with Zoom! teeth whitening treatments offered within a dental practice. The process is safely monitored and simply performed by your local dentist.\r\n\r\nYour dentist will protect your gums, apply a thin coat of professional grade gel, and catalyze the whitening process with a low-heat light. Each treatment is about 15 minutes long. The process can be repeated in intervals until you\u2019ve met your smile goals. You will be amazed at the results in just one visit!\r\n

Tips For The Best Teeth Whitening Experience<\/h2>\r\nWhen you decide to go to a dental practice for professional-grade teeth whitening, you\u2019re making a much safer, more health-conscious decision.\r\n\r\nWhen you\u2019re at a dental office, your dentist can help you understand what foods to eat and what to avoid after your treatment to minimalize discomfort, or \u201czingers\u201d and the potential for tooth staining.\r\n

Avoid Hot or Cold Foods<\/h3>\r\nWhen you undergo a whitening treatment, your teeth are susceptible to tooth sensitivity. This is common because the strong chemicals involved in a bleaching treatment strip stains away from your teeth.\r\n\r\nAs you know with tooth sensitivity, hot or cold foods will cause your teeth to twinge or inflict pain\u2014your dentist may call these instances \u201czingers.\u201d The first 72 hours after a teeth whitening treatment is the most sensitive time for teeth. Those dealing with the pain can minimize discomfort by eating room temperature foods afterward.\r\n

Avoid Teeth Staining Foods<\/h3>\r\nIt\u2019s natural for teeth to become discolored overtime, but there are a few substances that you can avoid to keep your smile brighter for longer. Anything dark red, purple, or containing chemicals will discolor your teeth much faster than normal wear and tear. Remember: if it can stain your rug, it can stain your teeth!\r\n\r\nTry to stay away from:\r\n