Teeth Whitening in Cincinnati

Tooth discoloration is staining or darkening of the tooth enamel or of the dentin, the layer below the enamel. The reasons for discoloration can vary and include factors like aging, dental trauma, disease, or genetics. Smoking, poor oral hygiene, and frequent consumption of foods and beverages that can stain teeth can also contribute.

Medical professionals often talk about tooth discoloration in two distinct categories:

Extrinsic discoloration: This type of discoloration concerns your enamel—the outer surface of teeth—and results from exposure of external factors: like some foods, beverages, and habits that are known to stain teeth. This type of discoloration sits on the surface of the tooth.
Extrinsic stains are generally easier to treat with teeth whitening in Cincinnati, often resolving in 1 to 3 sessions. Once we brighten your teeth, you can focus on changing some habits to maximize and prolong your results. We’ll help you create a plan that targets which foods and drinks to avoid, as well as recommend a better oral hygiene routine.

Intrinsic discoloration: This type of discoloration exists inside the tooth, affecting the layer beneath your enamel (the dentin). Some medications, genetics, aging and dental traumas, like injury to the tooth or gums, contribute to this type of discoloration.
While intrinsic stains are more challenging to manage, they can still be improved with treatment. We will create a treatment plan that can help you achieve a lighter shade and greater brightness.

Zoom is the most popular in-office professional whitening procedure today, and with good reason. We use Zoom because it provides our patients with their desired results faster and with more ease. Typically, you can achieve a whiter color in less than one hour. At Transform MD, we value your time and care about providing you with meaningful results.

You may experience temporary sensitivity after teeth whitening in Cincinnati due to the active ingredient (hydrogen peroxide) in the whitening gel. The peroxide reaches deep enamel layers located near your nerves as it works to resolve your teeth discolorations.

This increased sensitivity will be short-lived, and we’ll provide you with tips on how to avoid any discomfort, such as:

• Avoid very cold or ice cold and piping hot beverages for a few days.
• Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and apply gentle pressure.
• Avoid smoking until your sensitivity subsides.

To ensure your teeth whitening visit is effective, our providers recommend adhering to the following guidelines:

Things to Do:

• Please brush your teeth ahead of teeth whitening in Cincinnati.
• Make a plan to get your teeth professionally cleaned one week before your teeth whitening session. Any lingering plaque, tartar, and debris may inhibit a successful teeth whitening session. We do not recommend getting your teeth cleaned the day of your whitening visit to Transform MD. This will make your teeth overly sensitive.

Things to Avoid:

• Avoid overly acidic food ahead of your appointment, as it can contribute to enamel sensitivity.

Things to Do:

• Maintain good oral hygiene.
• Consider using a straw when drinking drinks that are known to stain teeth, like red wine and coffee.
• At the end of your treatment, we’ll provide you with a Zoom touch-up kit that includes custom-fitted whitening trays. Your at-home kit will help you maintain and maximize your results.

Things to Avoid:

• Since teeth are prone to absorb stains after teeth whitening in Cincinnati, please avoid certain foods and habits during the first 48 hours:
  • Smoking
  • Coffee
  • Pasta sauces
  • Soy sauce
  • Ketchup
  • Berries
  • Juices and soda