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Zoom teeth whitening - How long will the pain last?

I had the procedure done this morning at 11am and I am in the worst pain I have ever been in. I read one comment from a patient who experienced pain for a year...is that possible? Thanks


Asked by: nikkid
California

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August 22, 2008

teeth whitening pain and duration

Each patient is different and it would be difficult to judge the source of the other patient's pain.

That being said, thirty-six hours is when patients normally experience some sensitivity. The first night is always the worst. Contact your dentist should you pain persist.

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August 18, 2008

One year is too long for teeth whitening pain

Sensitivity is common with in-office whitening procedures. The sensitivity ranges from no sensitivity at all, to very sensitive.

In the office we do this procedure daily. If a patient becomes sensitive I have not seen it last more than 24 to 48 hours.

If sensitivity persists past that time there could have been underlying conditions that may have been triggered and I suggest seeing your dentist promptly.

The best remedy is an NSAID like Advil or Aleve. Typically our patients are given an NSAID before they leave and are instructed to take it before bed time. If symptoms do occur they typically do not occur directly after the procedure. Rather they occur multiple hours after the procedure. Taking the NSAID ahead of time may prevent the sensitivity from surfacing.

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