{"id":709,"date":"2021-05-02T19:39:00","date_gmt":"2021-05-02T19:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jbdentist.com\/blog\/?p=709"},"modified":"2021-08-02T19:42:51","modified_gmt":"2021-08-02T19:42:51","slug":"teeth-sensitivity-and-how-to-prevent-it-after-whitening","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jbdentist.com\/blog\/2021\/05\/02\/teeth-sensitivity-and-how-to-prevent-it-after-whitening\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Avoid Teeth Sensitivity After Professional Whitening"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Whitening your smile comes with many great benefits. From an enhanced appearance to boosted confidence, you\u2019ll notice a significant difference in how you look and feel after blasting away stains and embracing healthier, brighter teeth. Unfortunately, there is the misconception that you\u2019ll be unable to comfortably consume anything hot or cold as a result. If you want a whiter smile that doesn\u2019t leave you with teeth sensitivity<\/a>, a dentist shares what you can do to minimize the risk. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Does Teeth Whitening Cause Sensitivity?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The idea of teeth sensitivity can be a deterrent for anyone thinking about whitening their smile. Fortunately, most individuals either experience mild issues or none at all when attempting to eat or drink anything hot or cold after undergoing professional treatment. Much of how you react to the bleaching agent is dependent upon your individual smile. If you have gum recession or tender soft tissues, you may be more vulnerable to the potential for sensitivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is also not uncommon to experience some minor discomfort if you are new to professional whitening treatment. Fortunately, this is only temporary and will only last a short time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Your Dentist Can Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re worried that your teeth whitening will cause sensitivity, your dentist can be your greatest ally. Not only can they provide you with recommendations for different kinds of toothpaste that contain desensitizing agents and are designed to minimize sensitivity, but they can also offer additional tips and suggestions that will make it less likely that you\u2019ll experience discomfort in the days and weeks after your teeth whitening treatment. Some of these may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n