Do you have questions about Enlighten whitening? or about whitening in general? You've come to the right place!
Hello, Enlighten family!
Here are some frequently asked questions that we see come up quite often! We hope they help answer everything you would want to know about Enlighten whitening or teeth whitening in general.
1. Is Enlighten teeth whitening worth it?
In short, if Enlighten doesn't work, nothing else will.
2. Enlighten contact number?
Our phone number is 0799 993 259
3. Does Enlighten whitening damage your teeth?
As long as it is done according to a dentist's prescriptions and instructions, Enlighten is 100% safe.
4. How long should I leave Enlighten teeth whitening on?
In week 1 and week 2, you should keep the Enlighten trays on while you sleep, ideally ideally as close to 8 hours as possible. During week 3, you should whiten for 1 hour per day.
5. How to use Enlighten Smiles?
Enlighten is a professional whitening system 3-week teeth whitening treatment, used for 14 consecutive nights and 7 consecutive days. It involves custom, super-sealed trays and three different concentrations of high-quality, pH-stable, high-quality gels. Video instructions can be found by clicking HERE.
6. Can you drink coffee while doing Enlighten?
Yes, you can eat and drink whatever you want during and after treatment. The Enlighten whitening process means there is no need to change your diet.
7. Can I drink coffee with a straw after bleaching?
Using a straw will help avoid future tension on your teeth.
8. How do coffee drinkers keep their teeth white?
Coffee drinkers are bound to get stains from drinking coffee in general. It is a harsh substance on teeth, so to keep them white while drinking coffee, you need to use a highly effective stain removal and teeth whitening system like Enlighten. After your whitening treatment, you will be able to drink coffee, which will not affect the whitening.
9. What hot drinks can I drink after teeth whitening?
With some whitening methods, tea, coffee and other staining foods and drinks are discouraged. However, with Enlighten there are no dietary restrictions; you can continue to eat and drink what you like without worrying about the color of your teeth.
10. Can I drink water with the Enlighten trays in place?
Ideally, no. However, if you need to, make sure to drink water through a straw.
11. How long after teeth whitening can I drink water?
You can drink water immediately after removing your whitening trays and brushing your teeth.
12. Is it okay to skip an Enlighten teeth whitening day?
For best results, it's best to use the trays for 14 consecutive nights. But if for any reason you might need to skip a day, just make sure to continue your treatment as normal after the missed day.
13. How do I close the pores on my teeth after whitening?
Good news! You don't have to do anything about it, nature does all the work.
14. Why do my teeth look yellow after whitening?
If you’ve had your teeth whitening treatment and haven’t seen any or very little results, don’t worry – there are usually things that can be done to fix this. Insufficient or incorrect whitening is usually the main culprit for these situations, and the fix usually involves more whitening. But you should make sure to contact your dentist and book a consultation to discuss your options and next steps.
15. How long after teeth whitening can I brush my teeth?
Immediate.
16. Can you use Enlighten during the day?
Yes, you can use it awake for at least 3-4 hours. This will generally be recommended if you grind your teeth at night.
17. What is the best method for whitening teeth?
A professional teeth whitening system prescribed by your dentist It's the only way to whiten your teeth safely and effectively with long-lasting results. Use a system like Enlighten Evo4 that guarantees results.
18. How do celebrities manage to have such white teeth?
Very white teeth are often achieved rather with veneers than with whitening, but often these procedures can lead to bigger problems, such as staining or cavities in the teeth.
19. Can 70-year-old teeth be whitened?
Absolute! There is no upper age limit for whitening., However, in patients over 60, it may take longer than the standard course. The dentist should be able to assess and prescribe longer treatment courses based on the needs of each patient.
20. Can yellow teeth become white?
Yellow teeth can be brightened with the help of teeth whitening, or the color can be completely changed by covering the teeth with veneers.
21. How do dentists clean yellow teeth?
Hygienists can clean surface stains on a tooth by scaling and polishing. The color of the enamel can only be changed by teeth whitening/bleaching.
22. Why are my teeth yellow when I brush them every day?
Teeth naturally darken with age, brushing too hard, or consuming staining foods or drinks. Professional teeth whitening can reverse most of these effects.
23. Why aren't my teeth whitening?
Not seeing results with Enlighten is rare and may be due to various reasons, such as BRUXISM, superficial whitening or compliance. In such a situation, we advise you to contact your dentist and discuss a new treatment plan for you.
24. Why didn't Enlighten whitening work?
We successfully address many difficult cases with Enlighten, however, in the rare cases where the system does not take you to B1, always contact the dentist who has your clinical record and performed the treatment to understand what happened and how to remedy the situation.
25. I'm almost done with the treatment and I still haven't reached shade B1.
Continue the treatment until the end and, if you still suspect that you are not yet at shade B1 after the third week of treatment, then please contact your dentist. Ask your dentist to contact the Enlighten team, send some photos and explain the situation, and we can tell you the best way forward.
26. Is it normal for gums to be red/irritated/painful?
It's not normal, but the good news is that gums are brilliant at healing themselves. Usually, irritated gums from overusing your gel trays will appear whitish rather than red, and in this case, take a day off and apply less gel to your trays next time. If you suspect an allergy, stop using the gel immediately and contact your dentist.
27. My aligners have little air pockets and I'm worried if they are tight enough?
First of all, I congratulate you for noticing such a detail. The good news is that I did this on purpose. The air pockets and super-sealed edges ensure that the gel remains in contact with the tooth at all times, they are there to provide a better result.
28. How much gel do I put in my trays?
You only need an amount of gel the size of a lentil or small pea in each tooth. Patients with very small teeth may need less than this.
29. I have aligners from previous teeth whitening, can I buy the Enlighten kit and use them?
You can, but for the best results (for the B1 guarantee) you will need to use Enlighten aligners. They are essential to providing that final result for several reasons: they fit to order, offer better retention, super-sealed edges, very durable, etc.
30. Does the whitening treatment include any LED/UV light?
With Enlighten, no UV/LED light is used. We offer custom aligners that provide maximum coverage and fit for your teeth. There is insufficient evidence to support that light-activated systems do anything other than dehydrate teeth, providing only modest, short-term results.
31. Is there an appointment at my dentist's office?
No more! Enlighten's 3-week Evo4 whitening treatment will be performed in the comfort of your own home. However, if you experience any problems during your whitening treatment, please contact your dentist.
32. Should teeth whitening gel be refrigerated?
Yes, Enlighten gel must be refrigerated. We designed the gels to be pH stable so we can deliver maximum results.
33. I need to stay away for a few nights between treatments, how can I transport the gels?
To avoid any complications, it is always best to schedule your whitening process when you are not traveling. However, if an unforeseen situation arises, you can pack the gels with 1-2 ice bags and keep them out of direct sunlight, and this should last for the trip. When you arrive at your destination, put the gels in the refrigerator.
34. My gels have been out of the refrigerator for a long time and I feel uncomfortable using them. What should I do?
If this happens, please contact your dentist to see if anything can be done regarding replacing the gels. Please feel free to contact us if you need further guidance.
35. How long does it take for teeth stained with tetracycline to lighten to B1?
Tetracycline staining can take between 2 weeks and 3 months to lighten., depending on the severity of the case.
36. I suffer from sinus problems and it is difficult to sleep with my aligners, what is the daily routine?
The daytime whitening protocol consists of using the gels for a minimum of 3-4 hours per day to achieve good results.
37. Are some of my teeth transparent?
Some areas may appear more translucent as they dehydrate, this will return to normal within 2-3 weeks after treatment ends.
38. How many hours is it safe to keep my aligners in?
We recommend keeping them in while you sleep (as close to 8 hours as possible). If, for any reason, you keep them in longer than that, the gel will not cause any damage to your teeth, it will just stop working.
We care about all the questions and queries you have asked us, so we hope you find this page useful and that we have answered all your questions. If there is anything else you would like to know, contact your dentist, as this should be your first call, but if you want to talk to us, then send us an email at info@enlightensmiles.ro or contact us via our website.
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