How to Make the Most of Teeth Whitening

You probably already know that your teeth naturally yellow as you age. But with Zoom!® professional teeth whitening and our dental professionals at Robert F. Wilcox, DMD, PC, in Butte, Montana, you don’t have to live with dull, stained teeth any longer. 

Dr. Robert “Bob” Wilcox and our dental care team offer the best in today’s safe and effective teeth whitening. Our professional in-office whitening removes a lifetime of stains, giving you a whiter smile that can last for years.

Dr. Wilcox knows you want your smile to stay bright white for as long as possible, so we’ve curated this informative guide to help you get the most out of your teeth whitening.     

Why choose professional whitening?

Teeth are made of porous material. This means that over time they become discolored from different foods and beverages. Smokers’ teeth generally turn yellow faster because tobacco stains speed up the process.

You can’t beat the stain removal and general brightening that professional whitening treatments provide. Professional, in-office whitening is a smart choice if you consume any of the foods and beverages most commonly associated with dental staining, including:  

• Coffee and black tea
• Red wines and berries
• Tomato-based foods and beverages
• Chocolates and candies
• Foods and beverages with food coloring
• All carbonated drinks, like cola and sparkling water

Dr. Wilcox offers both professional at-home whitening kits and in-office whitening treatments. Professional whitening is a safe and effective way to brighten your smile in only one appointment. 

And when you choose Zoom! in-office professional whitening, you’ll see noticeable results immediately and full results within days, while at-home treatments can take weeks. 

How can I make the most of teeth whitening?

How long your teeth stay bright and white depends on your unique teeth and habits. You can make the most of your teeth whitening results by following these tips:

• Brush and floss after eating
• Maintain routine dental cleanings
• Avoid highly pigmented foods and beverages, like red wine and berries
• Avoid highly acidic foods and beverages, like lemons
• Avoid carbonated beverages, including sparkling water
• Choose white or green tea instead of coffee or black tea 
• Stop smoking
• Use a whitening toothpaste

No matter how closely you follow the post-treatment guidelines from Dr. Wilcox, all dental whitening eventually requires touch-up treatments. Boost your in-office results with an at-home whitening kit from our office. Take-home kits are customized for your teeth, making it easy to keep your teeth whiter and brighter for longer.

To learn more about Zoom! in-office whitening or to schedule a consultation, contact our Butte office. Together we can revive your smile.