Zoom! Tooth Whitening
Teeth whitening is a well established cosmetic dental procedure well established for its safety. The whitening process is effective on most discoloured teeth. Results will vary from patient to patient, depending on the structure of the teeth. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask a member of the Dunedin team.
The Zoom! Whitening System is a scientifically advanced tooth whitening procedure. It’s safe, effective and fast. In only one office visit, your teeth will become dramatically whiter. Zoom! Whitening System is ideal for anyone looking for immediate results. The convenience of Zoom! makes it the perfect choice for the busy individual.
The procedure is simple. It begins with a short preparation to cover your lips and gums, leaving only your teeth exposed. Proprietary Zoom! Whitening Gel is applied, which has been specifically designed to be used with the Zoom! lamp. The Zoom! lamp and whitening gel work together gently penetrate your teeth, breaking up stains and discolouration. With proper care and maintenance, your smile will have a lasting sparkle.
Frequently Asked Questions Zoom! Tooth Whitening
Q: What is Zoom! Tooth Whitening?
A: Zoom! is a light assisted tooth whitening procedure for use in whitening discoloured teeth.
Q: What causes tooth discolouration?
A: There are many causes of tooth discolouration. The most common include ageing and consumption of staining substances such as coffee, tea, fizzy drinks, tobacco, red wine, etc. During tooth formation, consumption of tetracycline, certain antibiotics or excessive fluoride may also cause tooth discolouration.
Q: Who may benefit from tooth whitening?
A: Almost anyone may benefit from tooth whitening. However, treatment may not be as effective for some as it is for others. Yellow staining from ageing, tobacco, fizzy drinks, tea, coffee and red wine will achieve the greatest success with this procedure. Those patients with grey shading from tetracycline or other chemicals may experience less dramatic results, but should expect improvement from this brief procedure.
Q: Do many people whiten their teeth?
A: More people than you might imagine. A bright sparkling smile can make a big difference for everyone. The Zoom! Whitening System makes it easier and faster than ever before.
Q: Is teeth whitening safe?
A: Yes. Years of extensive research and clinical studies indicate that whitening teeth under the supervision of a dental professional is safe. In fact, many dentists consider whitening the safest cosmetic dental procedure available.
Q: How long do the results last?
A: By following some simple post whitening care instructions, your teeth will always be lighter than they were before. To keep your teeth looking their best, we recommend flossing, brushing twice daily and occasional touch ups with Zoom! Weekender, DayWhite, ACP or NiteWhite ACP gel. These are professional formula products designed specifically to keep your teeth their brightest. They are available only through Dunedin Clinic.
