Does Teeth Whitening Make Teeth Sensitive?

Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry options because it is relatively easy to perform, and the results gained from our El Monte cosmetic dentist are superb. In just under an hour, your teeth can be up to eight shades whiter, and as long as you follow careful aftercare instructions, you can expect your new smile to last months. There is no downtime after the procedure, but some patients do experience some slight sensitivity.

 

Before getting a whitening treatment, our expert in teeth whitening in El Monte will perform a thorough dental examination to make sure you do not already suffer from sensitivity. If you already have sensitive teeth, whitening can make it worse, so our dentist will have to find the source of the problem and treat it before any cosmetic procedure can be done.

 

A big cause of sensitivity among many patients is a poorly-fitted tray. Some patients prefer to get take-home trays so that they can whiten their teeth on their own time when they are not in a dentist’s chair. If the trays do not fit correctly, they can cause dentin to become exposed. If you do decide to get trays, make sure they fit properly.