Zoom Teeth Whitener & Home Whitening Kit | Philips Zoom! (2024)

FAQs

Does Zoom whitening at home work? ›

Using a special gel and a low-power UV light, Zoom can effectively remove stains and discoloration caused by coffee, red wine, smoking, and aging. The results are often immediate and dramatic, leaving you with a noticeably brighter and whiter smile.

In just one visit, Zoom White Speed's advanced blue LED light-activated technology can enhance the whiteness of your teeth. If you're thinking of getting your teeth professionally whitened it's a simple process from which you'll usually see results in just a couple of weeks.

Zoom Teeth Whitening is one of the quickest, safest, and most effective ways to improve your smile. Nevertheless, this in-office treatment doesn't provide the same whitening effects for everyone and results differ from person to person.

The Zoom light and powerful whitening gel tend to dehydrate teeth. This means they look extremely white immediately after the treatment occurs. Then, as the teeth re-hydrate over the next several days and weeks, the whiteness does appear to fade.

Laser whitening guarantees greater protection from tooth sensitivity than zoom whitening. However, it is also more expensive and may take longer than zoom whitening. On the one hand, Zoom whitening can protect your mouth from excess heat, reducing gum irritation and enamel or pulp damage.

Another factor that can contribute to yellow teeth after Zoom whitening is poor post-treatment care. After undergoing Zoom whitening, avoiding certain foods and drinks that can cause staining, such as coffee, tea, and red wine, is important.

You can absolutely brush your teeth after your whitening service. We recommend that you always use a soft bristle brush and gentle toothpaste. Some patients find success in using products meant for sensitive teeth after their whitening. You can also use a fluoride toothpaste to help cut down on any sensitivity.

Q: How often can Zoom whitening be done? A: It's not recommended that you do Zoom whitening treatments more than once a year. Depending on your health and teeth, however, you may be able to have touch-up Zoom treatments every six months.

Maintaining good oral hygiene is one of the best ways to ensure that your Zoom treatment lasts up to two years before needing to be redone. To remove traces of bacteria and acid from foods and drinks that cause tooth discoloration, floss and brush your teeth at least twice a day.

Like the other whitening methods, Zoom whitening can also cause certain side effects during or after the treatment. Zoom teeth whitening side effects include sensitive or painful gums, throbbing pain, tooth sensitivity, burning sensation, enamel changes, etc.

What is the strongest zoom teeth whitening? ›

Philips Zoom WhiteSpeed, the No. 1 patient-requested professional whitening brand¹, is clinically proven to whiten teeth up to eight shades in 45 minutes².

Zoom teeth whitening results and aftercare

Avoid consuming colored food and drinks: For the first 48 hours after the procedure, avoid consuming colored food and drinks such as coffee, tea, red wine, tomato sauce, and berries. These items can stain your teeth and reduce the whitening effect.

When performed by a qualified dental professional, Zoom teeth whitening is unlikely to cause damage to tooth enamel. However, overuse or misuse of whitening products can potentially lead to enamel erosion or sensitivity.

One of the most common side effects of Zoom teeth whitening is tooth sensitivity. Sensitivity is caused by the hydrogen peroxide gel penetrating the enamel and dentin of the teeth, reaching the nerve endings in the pulp. The sensitivity usually lasts for a few days after the treatment.

Take Home Whitening

3 Days after ZOOM whitening session in office, start the Whitening gels at home • Please make sure the custom tray is completely dry. Place a small amount of gel on each of the teeth in the custom tray. Use caution not to overload the tray.

It uses a hydrogen peroxide gel and a curing light to lift stains off tooth enamel. You might ask, “How long does Zoom Teeth Whitening Last?” if you are considering getting the treatment. In most cases, patients can enjoy their brighter smiles for 12 to 24 months.

Dentists can control the amount of peroxide in the gel solutions for take-home whitening trays. This allows them to tailor a whitening solution for their patients' sensitivity levels. Zoom whitening uses the strongest gel solution, as it must work in a much shorter time period.

Philips Zoom QuickPro

Personalized treatments, prescribed by your dentist, give you peace of mind as you whiten at home. Philips Zoom DayWhite and Philips Zoom NiteWhite are recommended by your dental professional so you won't be caught out by picking too strong a formula.