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647-905-6410

info@magnoliadental.ca

  • About
    • Meet The Doctors
    • Tour The Office
    • Why Choose Magnolia Dental
    • Our Locations
  • Services
    • General Dentistry
      • Composite Fillings
      • Dental Bonding
      • Dental Bridges
      • Dental Crowns
      • Dental Implants
      • Dentures
      • Root Canal
      • Dental Extraction
      • Same day crowns
      • Teeth Cleaning
      • PBM Therapy
      • Periowave & Periodontal Disease
      • Velscope Oral Cancer Screening
    • Cosmetic Dentistry
      • Dental Veneers
      • Invisalign
      • Orthodontics
      • Same Day Veneers
      • Teeth Whitening
      • Halitosis Treatment
      • Suresmile Aligners
      • Mouth Guards
      • Diastema Closure
    • Children’s Dentistry
      • Child First Appointment
      • Teeth Cleaning for Kids
      • Orthodontics For Teens
      • Pediatric Treatment Education
      • Fluoride Treatment
    • Additional Services
      • Oral Cancer Screening
      • Snoring and Sleep Apnea
        Treatment
      • Tooth Sensitivity Treatment
      • Wisdom Teeth Extraction
      • Sedation
      • Sports Guards
      • TMJ Therapy
      • Canker Sores and Cold Sores
      • Digital X-rays and
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      • Mercury Free Dentistry
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  • About
    • Meet The Doctors
    • Tour The Office
    • Why Choose Magnolia Dental
    • Our Locations
  • Services
    • General Dentistry
      • Composite Fillings
      • Dental Bonding
      • Dental Bridges
      • Dental Crowns
      • Dental Implants
      • Dentures
      • Root Canal
      • Dental Extraction
      • Same day crowns
      • Teeth Cleaning
      • PBM Therapy
      • Periowave & Periodontal Disease
      • Velscope Oral Cancer Screening
    • Cosmetic Dentistry
      • Dental Veneers
      • Invisalign
      • Orthodontics
      • Same Day Veneers
      • Teeth Whitening
      • Halitosis Treatment
      • Suresmile Aligners
      • Mouth Guards
      • Diastema Closure
    • Children’s Dentistry
      • Child First Appointment
      • Teeth Cleaning for Kids
      • Orthodontics For Teens
      • Pediatric Treatment Education
      • Fluoride Treatment
    • Additional Services
      • Oral Cancer Screening
      • Snoring and Sleep Apnea
        Treatment
      • Tooth Sensitivity Treatment
      • Wisdom Teeth Extraction
      • Sedation
      • Sports Guards
      • TMJ Therapy
      • Canker Sores and Cold Sores
      • Digital X-rays and
        Impressions
      • Airflow Dental Cleaning
      • Mercury Free Dentistry
      • Laser Dentistry
      • Single Tooth Anesthesia
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    • FAQ
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    • Meet The Doctors
    • Tour The Office
    • Why Choose Magnolia Dental
    • Our Locations
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    • General Dentistry
      • Composite Fillings
      • Dental Bonding
      • Dental Bridges
      • Dental Crowns
      • Dental Implants
      • Dentures
      • Root Canal
      • Dental Extraction
      • Same day crowns
      • Teeth Cleaning
      • PBM Therapy
      • Periowave & Periodontal Disease
      • Velscope Oral Cancer Screening
    • Cosmetic Dentistry
      • Dental Veneers
      • Invisalign
      • Orthodontics
      • Same Day Veneers
      • Teeth Whitening
      • Halitosis Treatment
      • Suresmile Aligners
      • Mouth Guards
      • Diastema Closure
    • Children’s Dentistry
      • Child First Appointment
      • Teeth Cleaning for Kids
      • Orthodontics For Teens
      • Pediatric Treatment Education
      • Fluoride Treatment
    • Additional Services
      • Oral Cancer Screening
      • Snoring and Sleep Apnea
        Treatment
      • Tooth Sensitivity Treatment
      • Wisdom Teeth Extraction
      • Sedation
      • Sports Guards
      • TMJ Therapy
      • Canker Sores and Cold Sores
      • Digital X-rays and
        Impressions
      • Airflow Dental Cleaning
      • Mercury Free Dentistry
      • Laser Dentistry
      • Single Tooth Anesthesia
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11 May

Zoom Teeth Whitening vs. Conventional Teeth Whitening: A Smackdown

by admin

Professional Teeth Whitening: an Overview

Have you been meticulous with your oral hygiene and yet have to put up with yellow teeth? Well, then it’s time to explore teeth whitening in Waterdown! White teeth and a bright smile are never out of fashion. In fact, professional teeth whitening is the second most coveted dental treatment after dental extractions. Teeth whitening, or dental bleaching, is the quickest way to brighten dull, yellow, and stained teeth.  Today’s tech-savvy cosmetic dentists have options like Zoom teeth whitening, which is fast, painless, and has long-lasting results.

Types of teeth whitening

The past decade has seen a significant shift in the science and technology of cosmetic dentistry.
Teeth whitening in Waterdown
today has a plethora of options to offer you. It is good to be aware of your options before you visit us; however, your cosmetic dentist is the best person to advise you about the professional teeth whitening options that will suits you.

The different types of dental bleaching are:

  1. Teeth whitening (at home):
    • Whitening gel
    • OTC teeth whitening agents
  2. Teeth whitening (in-office):
    • Conventional teeth whitening
    • Laser teeth whitening
    • Zoom teeth whitening

This blog is all about comparing conventional dental bleaching to Zoom teeth whitening.

Conventional teeth whitening

A dentist performs conventional teeth whitening at the dental office. It involves the use of a bleaching agent to make the teeth whiter.

  • Preparation

The dentist will first examine your teeth and give you a treatment plan. Any gum infections and cavities should be treated before dental bleaching.  Hence, you will be advised to undergo scaling and polishing of your teeth (teeth cleaning) and dental fillings before the procedure. Healthy teeth are the best for obtaining optimum results from professional teeth whitening.

  • Procedure

The dentist will first numb your gums for a painless procedure. A concentrated peroxide-based bleaching gel will then be applied to all your teeth and left there for about 5 -8 minutes. The peroxides react with the stains on your teeth to loosen them. The majority of whitening gels contain hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide as active ingredients. Typically, four applications are done in a single appointment to achieve the desired tooth color.

  • Time taken

A single appointment for conventional dental bleaching could take 60 minutes or more.

  • Side-effects

You may feel more sensitive to cold and hot food/drinks for a few days. This discomfort usually subsides with time. In the meantime, desensitizing toothpaste can be used. Food and beverage restrictions apply for 48 hours after the procedure. Stain-causing foods, such as tea, coffee, spices, or sauces, should be avoided.

  • Longevity

The effects of conventional teeth whitening usually last up to 8-10 months.

Zoom teeth whitening

Zoom whitening by Philips is the latest technology for teeth whitening in Waterdown. There are various Zoom whitening procedures. It involves both in-office and at-home teeth whitening options.

  • Preparation

The process begins with a dental check-up. Prior to bleaching your teeth, all cavities and gum diseases should be treated.  Scaling and polishing your teeth (tooth cleaning) and dental fillings will be recommended first. To get the finest effects from professional teeth whitening, you need to have healthy teeth.

  • Procedure

Zoom uses a unique bleaching gel with a similar concentration of hydrogen peroxide and amorphous calcium phosphate (ACP). The initial gel application process is very similar to regular teeth whitening, but the only noticeable distinction is that the gel is activated with a unique light. This LED light initiates oxidation, allowing the bleaching agent to penetrate the enamel of the tooth, scrubbing away stains. 

Philips Zoom DayWhite and Philips Zoom NiteWhite are the two at-home Zoom teeth whitening options. After a dental bleaching appointment, the dentist could recommend one of these whitening procedures to further lighten your teeth.

  • Time taken

Zoom teeth whitening takes less than one hour, up to 45 minutes. An effective spin-off of Zoom teeth whitening is the  Zoom QuickPro, a 10-minute teeth whitening procedure. Although it doesn’t whiten teeth as much as the Zoom teeth whitening option, it costs less and requires less in-office time.

  • Side-effects

There is almost no post-procedure tooth sensitivity. Philips Zoom Blue LED light-accelerated technology and gel whiten teeth quickly, while amorphous calcium phosphate (ACP) helps to strengthen enamel, increase shine, and minimize sensitivity.

  • Longevity

The effects of conventional teeth whitening last up to 15 months. Clinically it is shown to lighten teeth up to 8 shades

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Takeaway

The choice between Zoom teeth whitening and conventional teeth whitening ultimately depends on your preference and the dentist’s advice. While conventional professional teeth whitening may offer a more gradual and natural approach, Zoom’s lightning-fast results are hard to beat. However, it’s important to remember that both options for teeth whitening in Waterdown can lead to a brighter, more confident smile.

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