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Dentist Told Me Not to do Zoom Whitening

I have four dental crowns on my front teeth which really need to be replaced. They were never as white as I wanted and I’d like to whiten my teeth and get new crowns to match them. I’d talked to my dentist about doing zoom whitening and he said if I did that my teeth would be too white for any crowns to match. Is there a way to get white crowns or are they all what my dentist calls “natural looking”?

Sadie

Dear Sadie,

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You are definitely able to get white crowns and using Zoom Whitening should be a fine way to get your teeth white quickly so that you can move on to getting the crowns. However, I would not have your dentist do the work.

He is obviously out of his comfort zone or he would not be trying to discourage you from going that direction. He’s also woefully behind in the field because we’ve been able to get super white crowns since the 1990s. Once people started whitening their teeth more, companies had to put out new shade guides to help dentists plan for whiter crowns.

Plus, doing crowns on front teeth are much more advanced because the light hits them directly. Many dentists have trouble getting them to look natural.

My suggestion is that you go ahead and get your bleaching done, but see a dentist who has more advanced cosmetic skills and experience. They would be willing to do temporary try-ins on your dental crowns.

When that happens, they would put them in with a temporary try-in paste and let you get a good look at them in various lightings to see if they match and you are happy with the way they look.  If you weren’t, then they would send them back to the lab to make any of the changes you requested. The crowns would not be bonded in until you were completely thrilled with them.

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Getting White Teeth Fast

I had read on a dental blog similar to yours that over the counter Crest whitestrips actually works. I’ve been using them, but they seem to take forever. I want really white teeth, but need it faster because I have an event coming up. Is there a product for that?

Misty

Dear Misty,

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While it is true that Crest Whitestrips really will whiten your teeth, the whitening gel concentration is pretty weak. That is why it is taking so long. It’s not Crest’s fault. Because they are over-the-counter, there are regulations on the strength they can use in order to protect patients.

If you are looking for something to get your teeth really white really fast, than I will suggest you see a dentist who offers Zoom Whitening. This is a procedure that you will do in-office and your teeth will be white in just one appointment. The gel is highly concentrated. Plus, there is a special light they use to activate the gel and kick the whitening process into gear. You’ll get remarkable results.

Make sure you ask for a take home tray so you can do upkeep and touchups in a year or so. That will save you money in the long run.

Getting a Complete Smile Makeover

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Another option you have, if you’ve ever considered a total smile makeover is to get porcelain veneers. These use tiny wafers of porcelain that can change the shape, size, and color of your teeth simultaneosly. It is the go-to for Hollywood to get that celebrity smile they all seem to have.

It is quite an advanced procedure, though. You won’t want to let just any dentist do it. They need training, technical skill, and artistry. We have an AACD accredited dentist on our staff which means he is in the top 1% of cosmetic dentists in the country. If you decide you want to go the complete makeover route, find one in your area. If you have to drive to a nearby city or state, it will be worth it.

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