What Toothpaste You Should Use After Professional Whitening

Many patients feel excited when they receive professional teeth whitening treatments. They may have felt self-conscious about yellow, stained teeth and finally feel like they can smile.

Aftercare is one of the most critical steps after a professional whitening treatment. Whether you treat your teeth well after your procedure will influence how long the results last.

Tips for Choosing The Right Toothpaste

Choose a Formula for Sensitive Teeth

In the two to three days following your whitening procedure, your teeth may experience strong sensitivity. Your dentist can recommend the most helpful toothpaste for your needs.

Avoid Toothpaste with Dyes

The teeth are porous in the days after whitening and may absorb color from brightly-hued toothpaste. Avoid using any toothpaste that is not white.

Use a Whitening Toothpaste

After your teeth rehydrate and settle, use whitening toothpaste to keep them bright. Your dentist can help you find a product that meets your needs, especially if you have sensitive teeth.

The Professional Teeth Whitening Process

Our practice offers two different whitening methods that both show excellent results.

In-Office Bleaching

First, the dentist uses a rubber shield or gel to protect the gums from the strong carbamide peroxide solution. The dentist applies the whitening solution and uses a unique light to activate it. In-office bleaching provides fast, dramatic results, often in just one visit.

At-Home Bleaching

At-home bleaching is gentler and more gradual. This method may be more appropriate for patients experiencing tooth sensitivity. The dentist takes an impression and creates a custom whitening tray. According to the dentist's instructions, the patient fills the tray with gel and wears it for a set amount of time each day.

Additional Guidelines For Patients with Professionally Whitened Teeth

• Avoid colorful foods and beverages like coffee, black tea, red wine, tomatoes, soy sauce, and turmeric
• Brush carefully at least twice a day for a full two minutes, using a whitening toothpaste after the first few days
• Keep up with a regular flossing routine every day to avoid stains from plaque build-up between teeth

Frequently Asked Questions About Teeth Whitening

Is teeth whitening bad for your teeth?

When supervised by a professional, teeth whitening does not harm the teeth or gums. Avoid over-the-counter products unless they are from established brands, as these products may have too much active solution and cause gum issues and excess sensitivity.

Why can't I drink coffee after teeth whitening?

You must cut highly pigmented food and beverages from your diet for at least the first few days, as the teeth are more porous after whitening. Beverages like coffee will stain your teeth yellow or brown. After the teeth return to normal, you can have pigmented drinks again, but you should brush as soon as possible afterward.

Call Queens Crown Dental

Call us for guidance if you want whiter teeth but don't know where to start. We can meet in our Honolulu, HI, office and help you decide between in-office and at-home teeth whitening.

Caring for your teeth after the procedure determines how long your white teeth can go between sessions. Ensure that you follow your dentist's instructions to protect your brighter smile.