{"id":3493,"date":"2024-06-30T20:25:46","date_gmt":"2024-06-30T12:25:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cjdental.hk\/en\/?page_id=3493"},"modified":"2024-06-30T20:26:14","modified_gmt":"2024-06-30T12:26:14","slug":"home-bleaching","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cjdental.hk\/en\/oral-services\/home-bleaching\/","title":{"rendered":"Home Bleaching (At-Home Teeth Whitening)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><section id=\"bt_section69e908bd79cd6\"  class=\"boldSection gutter inherit page-title\" ><div class=\"port\"><div class=\"boldCell\"><div class=\"boldCellInner\"><div class=\"boldRow  \" ><div class=\"boldRowInner\"><div class=\"rowItem col-md-12 col-ms-12  btTextLeft inherit\"  ><div class=\"rowItemContent\" ><div class=\"btClear btSeparator topSemiSpaced bottomExtraSmallSpaced noBorder\" ><hr><\/div><header class=\"header btClear large  btNormalDash\" ><div class=\"dash\"><h2><span class=\"headline\">Home Bleaching (At-Home Teeth Whitening)<\/span><\/h2><\/div><\/header><div class=\"btText\" ><\/p>\n<h6><a href=\"..\/\">Home<\/a> <b>&gt;<\/b> <a href=\"..\/oral-services\/\">Oral Services<\/a> <b>&gt;<\/b> Cosmetic Dentistry &#8211; Home Bleaching (At-Home Teeth Whitening)<\/h6>\n<p>\n<\/div><div class=\"btClear btSeparator topSmallSpaced noBorder\" ><hr><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section id=\"bt_section69e908bd79fc7\"  class=\"boldSection gutter\" ><div class=\"port\"><div class=\"boldCell\"><div class=\"boldCellInner\"><div class=\"boldRow  \" ><div class=\"boldRowInner\"><div class=\"rowItem col-md-12 col-ms-12  btTextLeft\"  ><div class=\"rowItemContent\" ><div class=\"btClear btSeparator topSemiSpaced noBorder\" ><hr><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"boldRow  \" ><div class=\"boldRowInner\"><div class=\"rowItem col-md-8 col-ms-12 btTextLeft inherit btDoublePadding service-content-col\"  ><div class=\"rowItemContent\" ><div class=\"bpgPhoto btTextCenter\"  style=\"max-width: 400px\"><div class = \"btImage\"><img src=\"https:\/\/cjdental.hk\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/service-home-bleaching.jpg\" alt=\"\" ><\/div><\/div><div class=\"btClear btSeparator topSemiSpaced noBorder\" ><hr><\/div><header class=\"header btClear large btDash bottomDash  btAccentDash\" ><div class=\"dash\"><h2><span class=\"headline\">Home Bleaching (At-Home Teeth Whitening)<\/span><\/h2><\/div><\/header><div class=\"btClear btSeparator topExtraSmallSpaced noBorder\" ><hr><\/div><div class=\"btText\" ><\/p>\n<p>Home Bleaching is becoming increasingly popular in Hong Kong. For patients who wish to improve their smiles at home by removing yellow stains on their teeth, using at-home teeth whitening is a great method.<\/p>\n<p>Dentists will customize unique trays for each patient and provide guidance on safely performing at-home teeth whitening. These take-home teeth whitening trays allow patients to comfortably whiten their teeth at home. Although the price of custom-made whitening trays is higher than regular over-the-counter whitening products, the results are more ideal.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Procedure For At-Home Teeth Whitening<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b>Place Whitening Gel Into The Custom Tray<\/b><br \/>\nSqueeze a continuous bead of gel into the custom tray, positioning it on the front or bottom half of the teeth. Each tray typically requires about half to one-third of the syringe of gel. Store any leftover whitening gel in a cool place for future use.<\/li>\n<li><b>Place The Tray<\/b><br \/>\nPlace the tray into your mouth and gently tap it to ensure it fits snugly against both sides of your teeth. Wear it for the appropriate amount of time as directed by your dentist. Generally, gel concentrations range from 10% to 35%, with lower concentrations requiring longer wear times.<\/li>\n<li><b>Remove the tray and brush your teeth gently<\/b><br \/>\nTake out the tray, use a soft toothbrush to clean off any excess gel. Rinse your mouth twice, being careful not to swallow any gel.<\/li>\n<li><b>Clean the tray<\/b><br \/>\nClean the tray with a toothbrush and room temperature water. Then, you can store it in your tray case and repeat your whitening treatment the next day, until you achieve the desired results. If you experience any significant sensitivity during the treatment, please discontinue the at-home whitening treatment and contact our healthcare provider.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Q&amp;A<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\n<\/div><div class=\"btClear btSeparator topSmallSpaced noBorder\" ><hr><\/div><div class=\"btTabs tabsVertical \" \" data-open-first=\"\"><ul class=\"tabsHeader\"><li><span>How Should I Care For My Teeth During And After Whitening?<\/span><\/li><li><span>How Long Does It Take For At-Home Teeth Whitening To Work?<\/span><\/li><li><span>How Soon Can I Eat After At-Home Whitening?<\/span><\/li><li><span>Do I Need To Brush My Teeth After At-Home Whitening?<\/span><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"tabPanes accordionPanes\"><div class=\"tabPane\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tabAccordionTitle\"><span>How Should I Care For My Teeth During And After Whitening?<\/span><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tabAccordionContent\"><\/p>\n<p>Avoid consuming staining beverages and foods such as coffee, tea, and red wine. During at-home teeth whitening treatment, avoid smoking. Clean and brush your teeth as usual after each daily whitening session.<\/p>\n<p>\n<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div><div class=\"tabPane\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tabAccordionTitle\"><span>How Long Does It Take For At-Home Teeth Whitening To Work?<\/span><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tabAccordionContent\"><\/p>\n<p>Due to the lower concentration of whitening agents, it usually takes several days to weeks to see noticeable results. However, consistent use of whitening products and following the correct usage methods are key to achieving the best results.<\/p>\n<p>\n<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div><div class=\"tabPane\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tabAccordionTitle\"><span>How Soon Can I Eat After At-Home Whitening?<\/span><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tabAccordionContent\"><\/p>\n<p>After at-home whitening, it is recommended to wait at least 30 minutes before eating to ensure the whitening agent is fully absorbed by the teeth. After eating, it is best to rinse with water to prevent food residue from affecting the whitening effect. Additionally, it is recommended to wait another 30 minutes after eating before brushing your teeth to avoid damaging the enamel, which may have softened due to acidic foods.<\/p>\n<p>\n<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div><div class=\"tabPane\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tabAccordionTitle\"><span>Do I Need To Brush My Teeth After At-Home Whitening?<\/span><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tabAccordionContent\"><\/p>\n<p>It is not recommended to brush your teeth immediately after whitening, as the whitening agent may make the tooth surface more fragile, and brushing may cause damage to the teeth. 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