Teeth Whitening

Teeth Whitening Aftercare Instructions

Do’s:

For the first 24-48 hours, it is okay to:

• Drink Non-Staining Beverages (ex. water, milk, white wine)
• Consume Non-Staining Foods (ex. chicken, bananas, plain yogurt)
• Use a straw to minimize substance contact with teeth
• Use a smudge-free lipstick or clear lip gloss/oil
• *Wait at least 1 hour to brush teeth after service

Don’ts:

For the first 24-48 hours, avoid:

• Smoking
• Consuming staining/acidic/sugary beverages or foods (ex. soda, tea, berries, sauces)
• Foods that may be either too hot or too cold (ex. Icecream, coffee, soup)
• Using colored toothpaste or mouthwash

Maintenance:

• If any sensitivity occurs, use a sensitive toothpaste (recommended: Sensodyne)
• Use a whitening toothpaste for upkeep (recommended: Colgate Optic White or Burt Bee’s Charcoal + Whitening Zen Peppermint Fluoride Free)
• Maintain regular dental visits and cleanings with your Dentist
• Follow a good daily oral routine including brushing, flossing and mouthwash morning and night

Details:

• Whitening gel is peroxide only, therefore it will only do surface whitening and remove surface stains. No bleach.
• Fluoride stains (white spots) may be possible after whitening (if client already has them)
• Safe on veneers
• Safe on existing tooth gems