{"id":505,"date":"2022-04-04T21:37:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-04T21:37:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.salinasdental.com\/blog\/?p=505"},"modified":"2022-06-09T21:41:56","modified_gmt":"2022-06-09T21:41:56","slug":"teeth-sensitivity-whitening","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.salinasdental.com\/blog\/teeth-sensitivity-whitening\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Avoid Teeth Sensitivity After Getting Whitening"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Is your fear of teeth sensitivity stopping you from getting a whitening treatment? Maybe you\u2019ve gone back and forth considering if whiter teeth are worth any discomfort you might experience. But before you make a firm decision, you should know that sensitivity after professional whitening is fairly uncommon. And if it occurs, it\u2019s short-lived and causes no damage to your teeth. Here\u2019s what you need to know about whitening and what you can do to avoid teeth sensitivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Causes of Teeth Whitening Sensitivity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The majority of whitening products, whether they\u2019re over-the-counter or professional grade, contain a substance called hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide. These are extremely effective for reducing stains and discoloration. For those who have sensitive teeth, they can sometimes cause a bit of aching during the treatment. Alternatively, some individuals notice some sensitivity while eating or drinking hot or cold items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The good news is that the sensitivity doesn\u2019t last long, if you even experience it at all. When done correctly, any temporary sensitivity should resolve within a matter of days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Avoid It<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re worried about experiencing sensitivity from your whitening treatment, there are a few things you can do:<\/p>\n\n\n\n