Colgate overnight pen before and after
Whitening pen results are usually limited by the stain, gel contact, application, tooth condition, and presence of restorations.
The short answer
Whitening pen results are usually limited by the stain, gel contact, application, tooth condition, and presence of restorations. A pen is a topical applicator, not a treatment for every discoloration. Surface stains may respond differently from fluorosis, trauma, decay, or a crown.
What is the direct answer?
What does this question mean?
A pen is a topical applicator, not a treatment for every discoloration. Surface stains may respond differently from fluorosis, trauma, decay, or a crown. Whitening pen results are usually limited by the stain, gel contact, application, tooth condition, and presence of restorations.
What can you do next?
Use the directed course, keep gel off gums, and do not scrub harder to obtain a lighter shade. Stop if sensitivity or irritation develops.
When should you seek dental care?
Seek an examination for pain, bleeding, chipped enamel, or one tooth that is much darker; contact a dentist if symptoms persist after stopping.
What should you ask the dentist?
Ask what caused the discoloration, whether whitening will make the shade even, and how existing restorations affect the result.
Frequently asked questions
What should I do first?
Use the directed course, keep gel off gums, and do not scrub harder to obtain a lighter shade. Stop if sensitivity or irritation develops.
Could another dental problem cause this?
A pen is a topical applicator, not a treatment for every discoloration. Surface stains may respond differently from fluorosis, trauma, decay, or a crown.