Laser whitening provides instant whitening results by using a light activated gel to illuminate the teeth.

More and more people are choosing to professionally whiten their teeth. It is no longer seen as something only for the rich and famous, but advances in teeth whitening technology have made it accessible to everyone. Many in-office treatments now offer 1-hour, 1-visit procedures, which many refer to as “lunchtime” teeth whitening, due to its speed and quick results.

With so many desirable benefits of teeth whitening, are there any sacrifices that those who are about to participate in this treatment can make?

1) Well yes, during the next 48/72 hours you should only consume foods and drinks of white, cream or very pale color, these can consist of: Milk, water with lemonade, white wine, chicken, fish, rice, salmon smoked, tuna, pasta, potatoes (boiled or roasted), chips, parsnips, cauliflower, sweet corn, cheese sauce, mayonnaise, salad cream, vanilla ice cream, apple pie, bananas, colorless yogurts, etc.

Make sure NOT to consume: tea (including herbal teas), coffee, red wine, cola, beer, fruit juices, pumpkins, strawberries, raspberries, oranges, green vegetables, carrots, salsa, red meat, custard, salsa, tomatoes, pizza, tomato sauce, brown sauce, chilli, curry, jam, chocolate, etc.

For the longest-lasting results possible … Once your teeth have been treated, you can easily maintain their color. You should aim to brush your teeth at least three to four times a day (especially after staining food or drinks). The longer you leave your teeth between brushing, the easier they will stain again: the teeth are full of pores that absorb everything we put in the mouth. If you are unable to brush your teeth after eating, a mouthful of water rinsed around your mouth will help minimize staining.

2) You should stop smoking before whitening your teeth. Smoking can damage the tissues of the teeth and nullify the effect of whitening. The best candidates for whitening are those with stains caused by coffee, tobacco, or aging. Teeth whitening can be a nice gift / reward for those who manage to beat the nicotine habit. All those pennies saved by quitting can help rectify the damage it may have caused to your teeth.

3) If you choose a peroxide-based laser whitening treatment for your teeth, you may experience some tooth sensitivity. This can be quite painful and you should avoid hot, cold, or acidic foods and drinks. Take medication for pain relief as directed by your teeth whitening technician, as long as there is no medical contradiction based on your medical history. Use fluoride rinse and toothpaste for sensitive teeth.

In general, the sacrifices are small compared to the benefits of teeth whitening.