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4. What are the potential side effects of whitening teeth?

Tooth sensitivity: During the first 24 hours following an In-Office whitening most patients experience some sensitivity.  This will usually be mild and subside in one or two days.

With the take-home whitening, it may be necessary to reduce the number of hours you can wear the tray, or stop using it for a short period of time.

If your teeth are hypersensitive to begin with, please ask us about desensitization procedures before we start the treatment.

Occasionally, a patient may require a mild pain reliever such as Tylenol or Advil, to make them comfortable until their teeth return to normal.

Other problems: These can include gum irritation, (usually minor), sore throat, sensitivity from leaking fillings or cavities, toothbrush abrasion/erosion, root resorption in root canal treated teeth.

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