Question 1

Can I use Philips Zoom Whitening with my aligners?

Accepted Answer

No.

The custom trays provided with Philips Zoom Whitening are engineered to safely apply the gel to your teeth. The scalloped edges minimize the contact the whitening gel has with your gums.

Aligner trays are manufactured specifically for moving your teeth into a new position and will cover your gums. You should not use Philips Zoom Whitening gel with aligner trays due to the combination of applied pressure and gum line coverage.

CandidPro's Whitening Foam is a more gentle solution that may be used with your aligner trays.

Question 2

What causes stained or yellow teeth?

Accepted Answer

The most common types of teeth stains are surface stains on the enamel or beneath the enamel. Surface stains are caused by foods, beverages and other behaviors, like smoking. Over time, surface stains may penetrate the enamel and change the color of the tooth.

Kickstarting treatment with Philips Whitening Gel, and maintaining progress with CandidPro Whitening Foam, is a great way to mitigate any existing stains already present on your teeth.

Question 3

How long does Philips Zoom Whitening treatment last?

Accepted Answer

Most whitening treatments are designed to last for quite some time (in some cases a year or longer!), but regression in results is not uncommon over time. This can happen due to a variety of day-to-day behaviors that can re-stain your teeth.

Kickstarting treatment with Philips Whitening Gel and maintaining progress with CandidPro Whitening Foam is a great way to mitigate any existing stains on your teeth.

Avoiding foods and liquids that contribute to staining such as coffee, tea, mustard, ketchup, curries, & tobacco will help the effects of whitening last longer.

Question 4

What is the difference between Philips Zoom Whitening and CandidPro's Whitening Foam?

Accepted Answer

Philips Zoom Whitening is a professional clinical grade whitening system that utilizes a 6% hydrogen peroxide solution with fluoride, ACP, and potassium nitrate. The whitening solution CandidPro offers during treatment is a milder whitening foam of 3.8% hydrogen peroxide.

Question 5

Can I purchase multiple rounds of Philips Zoom whitening treatment?

Accepted Answer

The best time to start Philips Zoom Whitening is prior to aligner treatment. You'll kickstart your whitening and be able to maintain your luster using CandidPro's gentle whitening foam.

You also have the option to purchase Philips Zoom Whitening after your aligner treatment is complete.

Question 6

I’m happy with my whitening results, but what should I do with my extra Zoom Whitening gel?

Accepted Answer

Excellent!

Your Zoom Whitening treatment may be considered complete once you're satisfied with your results. When using your aligner trays, you can maintain your results using CandidPro's gentle whitening foam solution.

Do not use your Philips Zoom Whitening gel with your aligners.

Question 7

How do I clean and/or sanitize my aligners?

Accepted Answer

Cleaning your aligners will help keep your teeth healthy and clean throughout treatment. If possible, you should clean your aligners anytime you remove them. We recommend rinsing residual toothpaste off of your toothbrush and giving your aligners a good scrub while they’re out of your mouth. You can also use our whitening foam, which contains a in low-strength hydrogen peroxide.

Stay away from the toothpaste for cleaning your aligners. The abrasive particles in toothpaste may scratch the aligner material and give bacteria a place to grow.

Question 8

What should I do if I experience tooth sensitivity?

Accepted Answer

Take the following steps if you’re experiencing sensitivity while using whitening gel:

- Ensure you apply the whitening gel towards the lower third of the whitening tray, and wipe away any excess gel from your gums with a cotton swab. 
- Try wearing your whitening trays for a shorter amount of time. An application time of 20-30 minutes will help minimize sensitivity and still provide whitening benefits. It is also okay to take a day off from whitening treatment. 
- If you increase your wear time, be sure to add just 15 additional minutes per day until you’ve hit the 90 minute maximum.

Additional steps you can take:

- Mild Sensitivity - Utilize a fluoride rinse
- Moderate Sensitivity - Utilize a fluoride rinse & tooth sensitivity toothpaste
- Severe Sensitivity - Apply tooth sensitivity toothpaste to your whitening trays and wear them for 15 minutes
- Overwhelming Sensitivity - Stop use of whitening gel and consult your dentist

Question 9

What should I know about whitening foam?

Accepted Answer

The whitening foam included in your Aligner Kit uses a gentle hydrogen peroxide solution to whiten your teeth and clean your aligners. You may use it up to 4 times daily and use half of a pump per aligner tray. After you reinsert your aligners, just spit the excess whitening foam into the sink. If you need to order additional whitening foam, there’s a handy link in your CandidApp.

Question 10

Is Philips Zoom Whitening safe for my teeth?

Accepted Answer

In short, yes. As with any treatment, Zoom Whitening needs to be used according to instructions in order to be safe and effective. Be sure to follow the teeth whitening directions contained carefully. Some whitening products can irritate your gums or cause undue sensitivity if used improperly or too often. Clinical studies have shown that whitening your teeth with carbamide or hydrogen peroxide under the supervision of a dental professional is safe for teeth and gums.

Philips Whitening gel formula includes fluoride, amorphous calcium phosphate (ACP) and potassium nitrate. Fluoride and ACP have been shown to help strengthen and protect enamel while potassium nitrate helps to reduce tooth sensitivity. Together the combination helps maintain the health of the teeth.

Question 11

Does whitening affect bonding/fillings/veneers?

Accepted Answer

Philips Zoom Whitening treatment will not change the coloration of any bonding, fillings, or veneers.

Question 12

What is your whitening foam made of?

Accepted Answer

Our foam is hydrogen peroxide-based. For our chemists, here’s the full list of ingredients:

Water, hydrogen peroxide, glycerine, PVP, VPEG, sodium lauryl sulfate, sucralose, sodium citrate, sodium benzoate, etidronic acid, mentha (mint) oil.

Question 13

Does the whitening foam hurt your gums?

Accepted Answer

No. Our gentle whitening foam contains a lower dose of hydrogen peroxide than other whitening agents, so it won’t make your gums or teeth sensitive or sore. You can use it up to four times daily, as directed on the accompanying instructional card.

Question 14

Do you offer whitening?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Our gentle whitening foam whitens your teeth and freshens your breath at the same time. But keep in mind that it's specifically for use with aligners, not a free-standing product.

One bottle is included free with your aligners, and you can purchase additional bottles after that for $25 each. Get more [here](https://www.candidco.com/teeth/whitening/foam "Whitening Foam").

Because our whitening foam contains a lower dose of hydrogen peroxide than other whitening agents, it won’t make your teeth or gums sensitive or sore. You can use it up to four times daily as directed on the accompanying instructional card.

Question 15

Can I get extra whitening?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can purchase additional bottles of whitening foam for $25 each. Get more whitening [here](https://www.candidco.com/teeth/whitening/foam "Whitening Foam").

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