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I truly do not recommend any whitening products during pregnancy. We try to keep all of our pregnant patients in a "Dentally Holistic" environment. Pregnant patients typically have swollen gums that bleed. The bleaching products can cause sensitivity in teeth and also gums. So it is better to stay away from any chemicals whether dental or otherwise during pregnancy.
Because the gel is placed on your teeth and can be ingested then we dont want pregnant women to teeth whiten. You can get your teeth cleaned safely which will whiten them a little..
No tooth whitening manufacturer will endorse whitening during pregnancy. Dentists will not recommend it either. These are strong chemicals and it is better to stay away from any chemicals during your pregnancy. If you know that you are planning a pregnancy you can whiten your teeth before you become pregnant, or wait until you have delivered. It is not worth the risk.
Professional teeth whitening is not recommended during pregnancy. The active ingredient used in whitening systems, peroxide, may pose a risk to the fetus. Simply try using whitening toothpaste that contains baking soda twice a day. All the best, Dr. Elizabeth Jahanian
Results of bleaching tetracycline stained teeth can run the gamut. In some cases where the tetraycyline banding was not too severe, bleaching with a lower percentage of bleach ( to minimize sensitivity) over a longer period of time resulted in lightening the lower...
Teeth whitening at home does not usually cause bleeding gums. Bleeding gums are usually a sign of gingivitis (gum disease). Gingivitis is an infection of the gums caused by bacteria, and if allowed to worsen can infect the bone that supports the teeth-- this is called periodontal...
The stain from smoking can easily be removed during standard prophy cleaning with hygienist and with regular meticulous oral care. The major problem that is present here is the prognosis of the dental implant due to poor hygiene and heavy smoking. All these factors will affect the gum and the...
There are different types of prescription toothpastes, so it depends on what you have. It sounds like you were prescribed toothpaste that is intended to help you with tooth sensitivity with custom home whitening. If this is the case, what we typically recommend you brush and floss...
When teeth whitening products get on your gums, they turn white and the surface sloughs off. Although not pleasant to look at, it is a minor form of damage that often heals in less than a day. Most teeth whiteners are a form of peroxide. When you place peroxide on your skin to...
Lettuce should be fine after whitening. Although the teeth do become slightly frosted after whitning (for just a short time) - and can be stained (temporary) by dark liquids like red wine, coffee, etc - most foods are fine. Whitening is one of the cosmetic dental...
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