A beautiful smile gives life to your physical appearance, boosts your self-confidence, and is socially appealing. Your teeth and gums play an important role in imparting a sparkling smile. Zoom! Chairside teeth whitening system is becoming an increasingly popular procedure.

family and cosmetic dentistry in Jackson Heights offers state-of-the-art Zoom! teeth whitening services to provide you with an aesthetically appealing smile. 

Currently, many are opting for Zoom! teeth whitening system 

Zoom! is a bleaching process used to lighten the discoloration of the enamel and dentin. It is a painless and non-invasive method of brightening your stained teeth. 

Tooth discoloration could be a result of an aging process, excess tobacco use, drinking tea, or coffee, as a side effect of certain medications (tetracycline), and hormonal changes (pregnancy). 

Zoom! whitening system involves the use of a special bleaching gel that is applied to your teeth and activated using a Zoom! curing light. 

The magic behind Zoom! 

Hydrogen peroxide (2.5%) is an active component of the Zoom! teeth whitening gel. This is applied to the teeth and is activated by a mercury metal halide light. 

This specialized light consists of a unique infrared filter that reduces the amount of heat and sensitivity on the tooth surface during the procedure. 

The hydrogen peroxide gel when activated breaks down into tiny oxygen bubbles that are responsible for eliminating the stains on your teeth. 

Zoom! is gaining momentum because…

Zoom! has the following benefits over other treatments that make it popular among many individuals worldwide:

  • The process is quick
  • All the teeth can be treated simultaneously
  • Provides long-lasting results
  • Reduced tooth sensitivity
  • A safe and effective procedure
  • Helps to eliminate stains even from crowns, veneers, and other restorations

Overview of the Zoom! procedure 

Zoom! teeth whitening procedure requires a proper evaluation of your stained teeth to determine the extent of discoloration. 

  • Your dentist will perform a deep scaling of your mouth to eliminate plaque and debris.
  • You will be provided with special eyewear, and a splash guard for protection from the halide light, and bleaching agent respectively. 
  • Your dentist will place a cheek retractor to expose your teeth. 
  • Your gums will be protected by a special paint, to reduce sensitivity.
  • The dentist will apply the whitening gel to the teeth.
  • The halide light will be targeted to activate the gel.
  • After 15 mins the gel will be removed from the mouth and it will be rinsed thoroughly. 
  • The process will be repeated 3 to 4 times every 15 mins. 

Post-treatment you will be instructed to:

  • Brush your teeth twice daily with anti-sensitive toothpaste. 
  • Avoid tooth-staining factors
  • Get regular touch-up teeth whitening sessions.

Final note

Zoom! teeth whitening system is an effective procedure that imparts a beautiful, sparkling smile. However, it is contraindicated in pregnant and lactating women. Seek advice from your dentist before opting for it.