There is a noticeable difference between professional teeth whitening kits and those found in the local supermarket. One yields almost immediate results, while the other may take as long as thirty days to work. One of these new professional systems is the Zoom teeth whitening procedure. It is new to the market, but is already being widely touted as the best deal to getting whiter teeth and a brighter smile. A bright smile can go very far and can help with poor body image. It can make you feel and look years younger and finally, you can be happy to show people your pearly whites.

The Zoom system is done in a professional’s office. The patient has a hydrogen peroxide mixture applied to the teeth. A special ultraviolet lamp is then directed at the teeth to speed up the procedure. The hydrogen peroxide acts as a bleaching agent and has long been acknowledged as a safe method for removing superficial stains from the teeth. The procedure takes about an hour and the effects are immediately noticeable.

There are a few things to keep in mind when electing to use the Zoom method. The first is that patients should have their teeth cleaned by a professional before undergoing the whitening treatment. This ensures that the teeth are free from plaque. The second is that there may be some side effects. People who have severe tooth decay, have a serious gag reflex and sensitive gums may not be suitable for this treatment. Only your dentist can make the determination, so it is wise to talk with your regular dentist before going in for a Zoom consultation.

Zoom teeth whitening is not as cheap as those whitening strips you can find in the pharmacy and store. The total Zoom whitening treatment can cost upwards of a thousand dollars versus fifty for a strip kit that you can use at home. The reward is immediate though. Most people see a difference of at least six shades. Compare that with strip kits that may only yield three or four shades of difference.

Only a trip to a Zoom teeth whitening specialist can determine if the Zoom process is the best option for you. The specialist can show you the actual color of your teeth compared to a color chart. Be forewarned though! The shock of seeing exactly how yellow or dull they have become can be a bit disheartening. Cheer up though, you are in the office and are going to have a whiter, brighter smile again.

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