Congratulations on your teeth whitening treatment! To preserve your bright smile and enjoy long-lasting results, follow these instructions carefully.
1. Smoking
- Avoid Smoking: Refrain from smoking for at least 48 hours to prevent stains and allow your teeth to rehydrate properly.
2. Diet Restrictions
- Avoid Staining Foods and Drinks: For the first week, steer clear of items that can stain your teeth, such as:
- Red sauces, blueberries, coffee, tea, red wine, and similar items.
3. Sensitivity
- Temporary Sensitivity:
- You may experience mild sensitivity to hot or cold liquids for 1-2 days. This is normal and should subside. If needed, take over-the-counter pain relief (e.g., 1 Ibuprofen with 2 Acetaminophens, if no allergies exist).
- Gum Sensitivity:
- If gums feel sensitive, avoid brushing the affected area until it heals.
4. Whitening Results
- Immediate Results:
- Teeth may look brighter due to dehydration from the whitening process. This will normalize as your teeth rehydrate, resulting in a natural white tone.
- Long-Term Results:
- Results depend on habits and your original tooth shade. Smoking and consuming colored beverages like coffee or tea can shorten the longevity of your whitening results.
- Touch-Up Treatments:
- Consider touch-ups every 6-12 months to maintain your bright smile.
5. Restorations
- Dental Work Limitations:
- Fillings, crowns, and other restorations won’t whiten. You may need to replace or adjust them to match your new tooth shade.
6. Food and Drink Recommendations
- For the first week, follow these guidelines:
- Safe to Consume:
- Drinks: Milk, water, clear soft drinks.
- Fruits: Bananas, peeled apples.
- Foods: White bread, plain yogurt, white rice, white sauces, skinless chicken, turkey, and white fish.
- Avoid:
- Drinks: Red wine, coffee, tea, dark sodas.
- Fruits: Grapes, berries, or any fruit with strong color.
- Foods: Red meat, red sauces, soy sauce, mustard, ketchup, and chocolate.
- Other: Tobacco products, lipsticks, and colored mouthwash or toothpaste.
- Safe to Consume:
7. Maintenance Tips
- Home Whitening Trays:
- Use custom trays and whitening gel for touch-ups. Additional gel is available for purchase.
- Good Oral Hygiene:
- Brush, floss, and clean your tongue regularly.
- Routine Dental Visits:
- Schedule professional dental cleanings to maintain your whitening results and overall oral health.
When to Contact Us
- Color Changes: If you notice unexpected discoloration, consult your dentist.
- Sensitivity: Follow the recommended pain relief routine if sensitivity persists.
- Severe Pain: If pain is intolerable and not relieved by medication, contact us at 02/6810060.
This instruction applies to our Cosmetic Dentistry services, specifically in-office teeth whitening treatments.