The patient is basically “mummified” with only their teeth exposed. We very carefully isolate all tissue exposed surfaces with barrier material. This is also the reason why I always offer ZOOM BEFORE placing any of these types of cosmetic restorations, so I can match to the new whiter color.Ĥ) I use a very high concentration of light activated Carbamide Peroxide (much stronger than over the counter products) to lighten teeth It works by removing a micro layer of yellowed enamel, exposing a fresh white under surface. It is important to know that if you have any of these “shade matched” restorations before ZOOM, they may not match your teeth when ZOOM is complete. This greatly helps reduce sensitivity.Ģ) Any medications you may be taking that make you prone to light sensitivity (such as many types of acne medications including Tetracycline) are also a contraindication for ZOOM.ģ) Any fillings, crowns, bridges, veneers, or ANY NON-ENAMEL SURFACE will NOT whiten. Furthermore, I have the patient brush with a special high fluoridated toothpaste called Prevident 5000 before and after treatment. I have performed ZOOM on hundreds to thousands of patients and have never had a patient sensitive for more than a few days following the procedure. This sensitivity (which I have experienced myself) feels like light “sparks” in the teeth. In that hour, I’ll spend about 5 minutes going over ZOOM, 10 minutes setting up isolation barriers on your gums and face, and 3 (or 4) 15 minute sessions with application of carbamide peroxide catalyzed by the ZOOM light.ġ) Sensitivity 2)Medication Contraindications 3)Fillings and Crowns 4)Barrier Issues 5)Post Zoom Instructionsġ) I believe it is important for the patient to know that sensitivity may happen during or after ZOOM. Our dental office provides a controlled and supervised setting where the active chemical is applied to the teeth with the gums, tongue, and cheeks completely isolated.Ī typical zoom appointment takes about an hour. ZOOM uses a much higher % of carbamide peroxide and is only sold to dentists. The difference between ZOOM and these over the counter systems are simple.

Zoom teeth whitening