Zoom! Whitening
Zoom! is a bleaching process that lightens discolouration of enamel and dentin. The procedure takes less than an hour and begins with a preparation period followed by 45 minutes of bleaching. A cleaning is recommended prior to the your Zoom! whitening session.
The Zoom! light activates the whitening gel’s active ingredient – Hydrogen Peroxide. As the Hydrogen Peroxide is broken down, oxygen enters the enamel and dentin, bleaching coloured substances while the structure of the tooth is unchanged. The Zoom! light aids in activating the hydrogen peroxide and helps it penetrate the surface of the tooth.
Sensitivity during the treatment may occur with some patients. The Zoom! light generates minimal heat which is the usual source of discomfort and on rare occasions, minor tingling sensations are experienced immediately after the procedure, but always dissipate. To minimize your discomfort, use an anti-sensitivity toothpaste prior to treatment and for at least 2 weeks after your Zoom! treatment.
Zoom! is a safe and effective treatment to whiten teeth but is not recommended for children under 13 years of age and pregnant or lactating women.
