After your whitening session.

The first 24 hours

Your teeth are slightly more porous right after a whitening session. For the first 24 hours, avoid anything that can stain:

• Coffee, tea, and dark sodas
• Red wine and dark beer
• Dark berries, beet juice, tomato sauces, soy sauce, and balsamic vinegar
• Tobacco and vaping
• Colored mouthwash and lip products

Choose pale or clear options: water, clear soda water, white wine (in moderation), white cheese, plain yogurt, chicken, fish, rice, potatoes, eggs, and peeled apples.

Sensitivity

Mild sensitivity to cold and air is common for 24 to 72 hours. Use a sensitivity toothpaste (such as one with potassium nitrate) and avoid very hot or very cold drinks.

If sensitivity is severe or lasts more than a few days, please reach out. Existing dental work, such as crowns, veneers, and fillings, will not whiten and may stand out until you discuss them with your dentist.

Keeping the shade

• Drink dark beverages through a straw when you can
• Rinse with water after coffee, tea, or wine
• Brush twice a day and floss once a day
• Consider a touch-up session every 6 to 12 months

Red flags

Call or text us if you notice any of the following:

• Severe or prolonged tooth or gum pain
• White patches on the gums, tongue, or inner cheek that do not fade
• Any reaction that worries you

Call or text (325) 703-6777 with any concerns. Related service: Laser Teeth Whitening.