Typically in-office whitening systems are exceedingly safe for gum tissue because a modified resin barrier is placed over the gums. In some instances though, some of the whitening gel can "seep" under the barrier. This causes the gums to turn white (or oxidize). In some causes, this will cause the gums to... more
Can ZOOM teeth whitening damage gums?
I had the ZOOM teeth whitening procedure done and I am convinced that I am going to need a gum graft after it heals. I was well protected during the procedure, however, my front gums are white and sore.
Is this normal? Can ZOOM teeth whitening damage gums?
2 answers to “Can ZOOM teeth whitening damage gums?”
A: Zoom teeth whitening should not damage your gums.
Zoom teeth whitening should not damage your gums. We in our office use special "block out" material to protect from such a damage. However, if gums are "burn" in the Zoom procedure, it will completely heal within 48 hour period. During this healing time, you should stay away from... more
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1 post
24 Dec 2008
I had Zoom 6 days ago and the burn sores in my gums (resembling canker sores but more painful) have not improved at all. My gums are torn up and I have no idea how to get rid of these burns that are not going away. Don't do the Zoom.
7 posts
25 Dec 2008
I had my Zoom! Treatment about 3 months ago now, and I JUST became able to use my Sonicare again! Zoom is a horrible product and my gums are ruined forever, unless I get a gum graft, which just sucks. I have not used the home Zoom bleach because my gums are healed now, but still a bit sensetive...yes, after almost 3 months..maybe longer. I can't remember when I had this treatment done, but it's been a long time and I look like I did before the treatment, and feel worse.
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27 Jan 2009
I think the good Dr. Ms. Oshansky needs to see some cases that did not turn out well. My upper lip was burned and took nearly a week to heal. One of my front teeth was thin at the bottom edge and this process "cooked" that tooth. Small pieces continue to chip off from that edge. I never had this issue until ZOOM was done.
1 post
20 Apr 2009
I had the trays in for maybe 10 minutes and I felt a sting. I waited a minute before checking and then looked in the mirror and my gum is completely white next to my front teeth. Can someone please tell me if the gum will go back to its original color...I look like I have a piece of bread stuck in between my front teeth. Thanks! Sabrina