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An Inside Look at the Zoom Whitening Procedure

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An Inside Look at the Zoom Whitening Procedure

May 3, 2016 Cosmetic Dentistry & Teeth Whitening
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As we commonly say in Chicago, there are two seasons: Winter, and Teeth Whitening. As the weather starts to warm, more folks start asking about whitening their teeth.  There are lots of reasons to want a bright smile – graduations, weddings, al fresco dining, barbecue and beach parties, and special events.  Or, maybe we just notice that our teeth don’t quite look as bright  in our warm-weather colors.

Whatever the reason, professional teeth whitening is one of the most affordable and noticeable ways to transform your smile – in just one appointment.  It’s not surprising that so many people choose to have their teeth whitened at our office.

The Zoom Whitening Procedure: Whiter Teeth in 3 Easy Steps!

There are a few common professional teeth whitening systems.  At 1st Family Dental, we offer Zoom® laser teeth whitening treatment.  So what is Zoom teeth whitening, and how does it work?  We’ve curated a very short video that explains the Zoom whitening procedure in 3 steps, and what you can expect at the office.

If video isn’t your thing (or if watching a video in your current location is a big No-No), read on for a quick synopsis.

Step 1: Get Ready

Zoom teeth whitening is an in-office procedure.  The Zoom whitening procedure itself takes about an hour, but expect the entire appointment, including the exam, to take about 90 minutes, give or take.  Before the Zoom procedure, you’ll need to fill out a few pages of paperwork about the Zoom procedure.  If we’ve never seen you before as a patient, you’ll also be asked to complete new patient paperwork, which may take a few extra minutes.  Next, you’ll have a quick exam to ensure your teeth and gums are healthy enough for whitening, and to check if you have any dental restorations like bridges or crowns.  If you haven’t had a cleaning recently, you may need to get one.  (In fact, if it’s been some time since your last professional dental cleaning, we suggest a full dental cleaning BEFORE investing in whitening because some quality time with the cavitron to remove surface stains and calculus may make a major difference).  Once everything is in order, we’ll make a note of your current tooth shade so that we can track your progress through your whitening sessions.

Step 2: Get Whitened

The actual Zoom whitening procedure starts with protecting your gums and soft tissue.  Translation: we put in cheek retractors and enough cotton rolls to keep your top and bottom teeth from touching each other.  If Mr. Ed is your spirit animal, or you get a kick out of watching Melissa McCarthy blow bubbles with horsey teeth, then you’re in luck.  If not, well, it’s a necessary evil.  It’ll be over soon enough, and the results will be worth it.  Protip: Bring Chapstick.  Next, we paint a protective layer on your gums. The whitening agent used in Zoom is powerful, so it’s important to be thorough in this step.  

Once that’s done, we put a layer of the Zoom whitening agent on your teeth (front surfaces only), and set the laser light in front of your teeth.  You’ll sport some spiffy orange safety glasses for this portion of the program.  Once the whitening starts, we set the clock for 15 minutes and hand you the remote to enjoy your favorite programming (or politely pretend not to notice you taking that selfie).   A full Zoom whitening procedure consists of 4, 15-minute sessions.  Don’t worry, we’ll be around to check on you regularly, in case you need anything.  

On Zingers: We mentioned a little earlier that the whitening agent in Zoom is powerful.  In order to do its job, the whitening agent temporarily dissolves a very thin layer that covers your enamel, called the “pellicle.” That layer is what protects your teeth from being overly sensitive to everyday activities. Some people experience “zingers” during their whitening sessions.  Zingers are aptly named, and can feel like small electric shocks around your teeth and gums. They bother some folks more than others, and the effect of zingers can usually be muted by taking some ibuprofen before your appointment.  Check with your dentist first, though.

Step 3: Go Turn Heads

After each session, we may add more whitening agent, or adjust the light.  We’ll check the progress to see how your teeth are doing.  Some sessions go so well that some folks choose to end early so their teeth don’t get blindingly white.  Others will go the full hour.   When your time is up, we’ll wash all of the gunk out of your mouth, give your lips some time transition from Wallace-esque back to normal, and hand you the mirror to admire the results.  While we can’t guarantee a particular result or shade, many patients see a change of 2 to 3 shades, and notice a big difference.

On your way out the door with your gorgeous smile, we’ll hand you a list about a mile long with food, drink, and vices to avoid for the next 48 hours.  We don’t want to depress you so we won’t tell you everything that’s on the list, but if it’s red, dark, spicy, or savory, you probably can’t eat or drink it.  And absolutely no smoking, we mean it.  That pellicle we mentioned earlier also protects your teeth from surface staining, and it takes about 48 hours to grow it back.  We suggest getting your teeth whitened early in the week, so that you won’t be tempted over the weekend.

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You may also opt to have a custom tray created from an impression of your teeth, so you can whiten between office visits with Zoom take-home gel.  Zoom teeth whitening won’t last forever, but it can last for years, and the best way to get the most out of your investment is to keep up with your regular dental check-up and cleaning visits, as well as your at home routine of brushing and flossing.  

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  • Gail Hasenfus
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    April 27, 2018 at 9:59 AM

    I just had this done in Massachusetts why can’t i get the $200 rebate. I paid $389.00 at my dentist office. It’s amazing works great but why only Chicago. send me my rebate of $200 I’ll move to Chicago

  • Toni
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    October 10, 2017 at 1:47 PM

    After the whitening touch up at home, do I brush my teeth or just rinse out my mouth. I can’t call my dentist because I have my trays in!

  • Matt
    · Reply

    March 27, 2017 at 1:14 PM

    The coupon says expires 9/30/16. Will you still honor this/

    • 1st Family Dental
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      March 27, 2017 at 4:55 PM

      Hi Matt, Thanks for letting us know about the expired coupon – it has been updated through the end of April. The coupon that gets emailed to you has the correct expiration date. Let us know if you didn’t receive the email and we can send it to you again. We’re looking forward to seeing you!

  • Conniemarie
    · Reply

    February 6, 2017 at 6:26 PM

    How much is the ziom prcedure now? Please.

    • 1st Family Dental
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      February 9, 2017 at 1:37 PM

      For a limited time you can get a Zoom Whitening for $189 if you use the coupon on this blog post.

  • Wendy
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    May 6, 2016 at 1:10 PM

    How much is the procedure?

    • 1st Family Dental
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      May 10, 2016 at 6:40 PM

      Hi Wendy, thanks so much for your question. Right now we’re offering Zoom whitening treatment for $189.99. This is a special price and the offer ends in June.

  • kowmudis kr
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    May 4, 2016 at 7:36 AM

    Thank you for sharing such teeth whitening.

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