{"id":238,"date":"2024-02-13T23:57:43","date_gmt":"2024-02-13T23:57:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.geromeandpatricedds.com\/blog\/?p=238"},"modified":"2024-12-19T21:54:23","modified_gmt":"2024-12-19T21:54:23","slug":"whitening-sensitivity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.geromeandpatricedds.com\/blog\/whitening-sensitivity\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Teeth Whitening Cause Dental Sensitivity?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Almost everyone has some flaw in their teeth that they\u2019d like to fix. Many people deal with unsightly stains or discoloration due to genetics or habits like smoking or eating and drinking things that are high in dyes and pigments. Fortunately, professional teeth whitening treatments<\/a> from your dentist are a great way to enjoy a whiter, brighter smile that you\u2019d be eager to show off, but they can cause dental sensitivity in some cases. Here\u2019s how to minimize the chances of that happening as well as how to manage it if it does.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Do Professional Teeth Whitening Treatments Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While you can find many teeth whitening products at the store, many of these deliver lackluster results due to poor quality and one-size-fits-all treatments. In the worst cases, they can cause the smile to become unevenly whitened or injuries to the gums and other soft tissues due to exposure to whitening agents. Luckily, your dentist can deliver teeth whitening treatments in the form of an in-office procedure that can be completed in about an hour or a customized take-home kit designed to be used over two weeks. These treatments can leave a smile up to ten shades whiter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Causes Dental Sensitivity During Teeth Whitening?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some teeth whitening patients may experience dental sensitivity in response to the peroxide-based whitening agents used. The level of sensitivity depends on the formula, the dosage, and the patient\u2019s oral health history. A patient with sensitive teeth may experience brief discomfort due to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n