Zoom teeth whitening vs bleaching
Zoom is a branded in-office whitening system using peroxide gel, while bleaching is the general term for lightening teeth with peroxide.
The short answer
Peroxide moves through enamel and dentin to oxidize stain molecules. Zoom usually names an in-office protocol with gel and a lamp, so it is one form of professional bleaching.
What should a dentist check before peroxide whitening treatment?
A dentist should check cavities, gum inflammation, cracks, exposed roots, and restorations first. The clinician then chooses in-office gel, custom trays, or another approach and controls gum contact.
What should you do before whitening if your teeth are damaged?
Have an examination before whitening if you have tooth pain, decay, gum recession, enamel defects, or visible restorations. Contact the office for persistent sensitivity or gum soreness.
When should tooth pain or irritation be assessed by a dentist?
Ask which stains will respond, whether restorations will remain visible, and which gel and exposure schedule will be used. Ask how sensitivity will be managed.
What should you ask about stains and restorations before whitening?
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Frequently asked questions
Can more than one factor be causing the tooth discolouration?
Yes. Local irritation, infection, tooth disease, medicines, and general health can overlap.
What should you bring?
Bring a list of medicines, products used in the mouth, and when the symptom began.
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This page is patient education, not medical advice, and cannot replace an examination. Anything urgent — facial swelling, trauma, uncontrolled bleeding or severe pain — needs a dentist or emergency care now.