Q: What is Zoom? tooth whitening?
A: Zoom! Is a bleaching process that lightens discoloration of enemel and dentin.

Q: What casuses tooth discoloration?
A: There are many causes. The most common include aging and consumption of staning substances such as coffee, tea, colas, tobacco, red wine, etc. During tooth formation, consumption of tetracycline, certain antibiotics or ecessive flouride may also cause tooth discoloration.

Q: Who may benefit from tooth whitening?
A: Also anyone. Hopwever, treatment may not be as effective for some as it for others. Your dental proffesional can determine if you are a viable candidate for this procedure through a thorough oral exam, including a shade assessment.

Q: Do many people whitening their teeth?
A: More people than you might imagine. A bright sparkling smile can make a big diffence for everyone. The Zoom! Chirside Whitening System makes it easier and faster than ever before.

Q: Is whitening safe?
A: Yes. Extensive researh and clinical studies indicate that whitening teeth under the supervision of a dentist is safe. In fact, many dentists consider whitening the safest cosmetic dental procedure available. As with any tooth whitening product, Zoom! Is not recommended for children under 13 years of age and pregnant or lactating women.

Q: How long do the result last?
A: By following some simple post whitening care instructions, your teeth will always be lighter than they were before. To keep your teeth looking their best, we recommend flossing, brushing twice daily, and occasional touch-ups with Zoom! Weekender or Nite White gel These are professional formula formula products designed specifically to keep your teeth their brightest. They are available only through your dental professional.

Q: How does the Zoom! In-office system work?
A: The Zoom! light acctivated whitening gel's active ingredient is Hydrogen Peroxide. As the Hdrogen Peroide is broken down, oxygen enters the enamel and dentin, bleaching tooth is unchanged. The Zoom! light aids in activating the hydrogen peroxide and helps it penetrate the surfacce of the tooth.A study has shown that use of the Zoom!lamp inreases the effectiveness of the Zoomm! gel by 26% or more, giving an average immprovement of eight shades.

Q: What does a patient experience during the Zoom! In - Office Procedure?
A: During the procedure, patients may comfortably watch television or listen to music. Individuals with a strong gag reflex or anxierty may have difficulty undergoing the entire procedure.

Q: How is exposure to the Zoom! light controlled?
A: The Zoom! procedure requires that all softz tissue in and around the mouth be protected. The clinical is required to monitor the procedure to insure an exposed skin or tissue is isolated and protected... Light sensitive individuals, including those undergoing PUVA therapy (Psolaren + UV Radiation) or other photochemotherapy, or patiens with melanoma, should not undergo the Zoom! in- office proccedure. Anyone who is not eligible for Zoom! Chairside Whitening for these reasons may be an excellent candidate for Zoom! Take - Home.

Q: How long does Zoom! Chairside Whitening Take?
A: The complete procedure takes less than an hour. The procedure begins with a preparation period followed as little as by 45 minutes of bleaching. (A cleaning is recommended prior to the actual Zoom! Whitening session.)

Q: Are there any side effect?
A: Sensitivity during the treatment may occur with some patients. The Zoom! light generates minimal heat which is the usual source of discomfort. On rare occasions, minor tingling sensations are experienced immediately after the procedure, but always dissipate.