Teeth Whitening

Before Treatment

1. Sensitivity: Use a desensitizing toothpaste for a week before the treatment if you have sensitive teeth.
2. Scaling: Professional cleaning 2-3 days prior gives the best results.
3. Realistic Expectations: Understand that fillings and crowns will not change color.
4. Time: Allocate about 45-60 minutes for the in-office procedure.
5. Lip Protection: The dentist will apply a barrier to your gums; inform them if it feels hot.

After Care

1. The "White Diet": For 48 hours, eat only white foods (rice, milk, curd, chicken).
2. Avoid Stains: Strictly avoid tea, coffee, red wine, turmeric, and soy sauce for 2 days.
3. No Smoking: Smoking immediately after whitening will stain teeth worse than before.
4. Sensitivity: Teeth may be sensitive to cold air/water for 24 hours; this is temporary.
5. Touch-ups: Use the prescribed home-whitening kit if provided for maintenance.