I had bonding (I assume composite resin?) placed on all four of my top front teeth approximately four years ago. There is quite a lot of bonding material there, because the purpose was to close rather large gaps between my teeth. Four years later, the bonding material is now lighter than my actual teeth. They were a very close match before, so I'm guessing that my natural teeth have discolored over time. Will Zoom whitening ruin the bonding material? I have read conflicting things.
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Answer: Will Zoom Whiteninf adversely effect dental bonding
Usually a greater concentration of bleaching agent is used for instant bleaching results. This bleaching solution should contact only the teeth enamel and not any soft tissue. Tooth sensitivity is transient. You should be relieved in a day or 2. Gum pain due to the chemical spreading...
Zoom is great to get you white very quickly for an event like getting married. One of the disadvantages of it is that it can cause a burn due to the chemicals that are being used. It sounds like you got a little bleach on the gum and it is sore and uncomfortable. It will take a...
Unfortunately you will not be able to have anesthesia during the zoom procedure. You can stop if you feel discomfort. Some people do not even have sensitivity even when they have lots when using Strips. Give it a try you may find it not a problem
