Whichever teeth whitening methods are applied, if the teeth of the person are susceptible, the gums may be sensitive to the chemicals used. There is a possibility of burning the gums due to these chemicals. At-home teeth whitening kits can damage tooth enamel.
One of the two most common side effects of teeth whitening is sensitivity in the teeth and irritation of soft tissues in the mouth, such as the gums. Tooth sensitivity occurs in the early stages of teeth whitening treatment. Intraoral soft tissue irritations are usually caused by the use of unsuitable dental trays. These temporary side effects disappear after a few days of treatment.
To reduce and eliminate tooth sensitivity, you can follow the recommendations below:
• The dental tray can be inserted for a shorter time.
• Teeth whitening may be interrupted for 2-3 days to allow the teeth to adapt to the whitening process.
• Fluoride products recommended by your dentist to help remineralize teeth can be used on plaque.
• Teeth can be brushed with toothpaste suitable for sensitive teeth. These toothpaste containing potassium nitrate are effective in calming the nerve endings of the teeth.
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