After Having the Zoom Treatment Done by a Dentist, What is the Food/drink Protocol?

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After trying Brite Smile I was told to eat and drink only "white" foods and beverages for 24 hours, until the dentin is restored. Is it the same with the Zoom process? on some of the forums it appears some people have been told to drink no staining foods for 3 days.

Scott Young, DDS · Answer

Zoom whitening is the the best teeth bleaching system on the market. Most patients see 4-7 shades improvement following Zoom. It is extremely important to stay away from food and drinks such as coffee, tea, red wine, pasta sauce, etc. for 48 hours following the teeth whitening procedure. The enamel remains porous for this period of time making it easy for the above mentioned items to penetrate the outer surface of enamel and negatively alter your results. After the first couple of days you can go back to your normal routine.

Prashant Nanda, MDS, FICOI · Answer

Zoom Teeth Whitening is probably one of the most effective ways to whiten your teeth. Most patients are very happy with the result and there is minimal post whitening sensitivity. 
During the first 48 hours certain dietary restrictions must be followed. We ask our patients to avoid eating or drinking things like tea, coffee, red wine etc, basically anything that can stain a white t shirt should potentially be avoided during this time. Patients who smoke are advised to avoid smoking during the fist 48 hours. 
After 2 days, you can return to normal dietary habits. Brushing or rinsing your mouth after eating food, that could potentially stain or discolour teeth, helps maintain the whitened teeth for a longer time.

Jessica Wyatt, DDS · Answer

After Zoom Whitening, the teeth are very dehydrated and more susceptible to stains for the next few days. I usually tell patients that for the next 72 hours to avoid foods that have a tendency to stain (meaning that if it stains your clothes, it will stain your teeth) So things like wine, coffee, ketchup, soy sauce, etc. After 72 hours, you can go back to normal. Just keep in mind that the more you avoid these staining foods/drinks, the longer your whitening will likely last.

Michael Ayzin, DDS · Answer

I would recommend  to avoid any  foods or drinks containing coloring and/or prone to stain your beautiful pearly whites, like coffee, tea, red wine, indian food for a week. I like to be conservative and make sure results of whitening will last.

Peter Mann, DDS · Answer

Immediately after Zoom whitening your teeth are prone to absorbing stains.  We tell our patients “anything that will stain a white shirt will stain your teeth.”  The foods/beverages that we tell our patients to avoid are: coffee, smoking, pasta sauces, soy sauce, ketchup, berries, juices, soda etc…   For the first 2 weeks your teeth are more prone to absorbing stain, the first 48 hours are crucial.  Nobody is perfect, so if you happen to eat something that will stain your teeth just be sure to brush your teeth as soon as possible.   Good Luck!

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