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Is It Best to Have Your Teeth Cleaned Prior to Having the Zoom Whitening Done?

asked 1 year ago by 1286anon in Orland Park, Il
Latest answer by Benjamin S. Fiss, DDS
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Tags: teeth cleaning

4 answers to Is It Best to Have Your Teeth Cleaned Prior to Having the Zoom Whitening Done?

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Yes its a great help..Cleaning first,Zoom second.

A good cleaning makes greats sense because it removes all the stain so the whitening gel can do a better job on the enamel. Also you are able to see if there's any cavities that need to be fixed before the Zoom is done...Dr Thomas
Michael J. Thomas, DDS

Los Angeles Cosmetic Dentist
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Have Your Teeth Cleaned Before ZOOM

Prior to Zoom whitening, an initial exam and evaluation by the dentist as well as a cleaning to remove plaque stain and debris needs to occur for optimal results. The zoom whitening procedure consists of 40 minutes to prepare and isolate the soft tissues and teeth. It is then followed by three 15 minute intervals of whitening with the gel painted on the teeth and the zoom light in position. Once this is completed a soothing gel is painted on the teeth and post op instructions are given... more
Benjamin S. Fiss, DDS

Chicago Cosmetic Dentist
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Hygiene Visit Best Before Whitening

Yes.  If you have plaque and tartar on your teeth, they will inhibit the whitening solution from working optimally.   Also, when your hygienist polishes your teeth at the end of your cleaning visit, the surface stains will be removed.  This, in addition to the whitening procedure, will give you the best result for brightening your smile.
Susan Goode Estep, DMD

Atlanta Cosmetic Dentist
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Teeth Cleaned Prior to Having the Zoom Whitening Done

Absolutely! You will be much happier with Zoom! results. With your dental health in mind, Dr. Ayzin
Michael Ayzin, DDS

Costa Mesa Cosmetic Dentist

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