Facts and Myths about whitening teeth!

Whiter teeth can make you look younger, attractive and is an easy way to boost your self-confidence. Few common misconceptions and facts are as follows –

1.     You cannot whiten crowns, veneers and fillings. – Fact

2.     Teeth whitening can make your teeth weak and sensitive by removing outer tooth layer/enamel. – Myth

3.     Oil pulling and acidic fruits can remove stains. – Myth

4.     You should avoid whitening if you have overly sensitive teeth. – Fact

5.     Over the counter teeth whitening products like Crest White Strips, Colgate Optic White toothpaste etc. are as effective as treatments like Zoom, Boost etc. at a dental office. – Myth

6.     You should not drink coffee, wine or eat food with colors for few days after teeth whitening procedure. – Fact

7.     Teeth whitening is guaranteed to give you the whitest teeth and is forever. – Myth

Teeth whitening with Zoom continues to be one of the easiest, quickest, and simplest ways of enhancing your smile. However, in order to ensure the most effective and least harmful results, it is always best to consult your dentist, to understand the potential side-effects, if any, and decide upon the procedure that is most suitable for you.