A: The whitening gel penetrates dental enamel and then evaporates, so there’s no need to rinse your teeth afterward.
Should I brush my teeth before or after White Glo?
We recommend that with any form of whitening that teeth are brushed beforehand. This is to ensure that any plaque (this sticky surface layer on your teeth) is removed and that any whitening agent present in the strips or gel gets the closest contact with the teeth.
Do you brush your teeth after using Glo?
Cleaning your teeth before the treatment is important, and so is keeping them clean during and after the session. For the duration of your treatment and 48 hours after, try to avoid foods and drinks that can stain your teeth.
Can I brush my teeth after whitening treatment?
Brush Your Teeth Regularly
After you’ve had your teeth whitened, make sure to brush and floss your teeth regularly. You may even want to brush and floss more than normal to ensure that your teeth look their absolute best.
Should you brush your teeth after using a whitening kit?
It’s safe to brush and floss your teeth after using whitening strips. It won’t reduce the whitening effects of the treatment. Manufacturers recommend doing so gently. This will help you avoid gum irritation and discomfort.
Should I brush my teeth before using White Glo accelerator?
Yes, it is recommended that you brush and floss your teeth before using GLO. Routine dental check-ups from your favorite dentist are recommended for healthy maintenance of your teeth and gums.
How often should you use white Glo?
Once per day. We recommend use for 1 week maximum (7 treatments in a row) and have a 1 week break in between. You will notice a result after 7 treatments (1 week). White Glo Customer Service can assist should you need further application tips or product guidance for optimum results.
Does White Glo damage teeth?
Expert opinion: Professor Manton says, “There is no evidence that whitening strips or whitening toothpaste cause any damage to teeth if the manufacturer’s instructions are followed.”
How long after whitening strips can I eat?
Typically it’s recommended to wait at least one hour before eating. You could even go so far as to following the same post-op instructions for procedures such as an in-office one hour whitening and eat only clear/white foods/liquids for 24 hours to prevent any other possible staining.
Do teeth stain easier after whitening?
Immediately after whitening (regardless of the product you use), your teeth are more susceptible to restaining. The pores in your teeth are slightly more open and can more easily allow stains in.
How long do teeth pores stay open after whitening?
The pores in the enamel are gently opened up so that dental bleaching agents can reach the stains beneath the surface of your teeth. About two days after the whitening procedure is complete, the pores close back up, leaving the enamel in its original state.
Why do my teeth look more yellow after whitening strips?
“When you’re whitening teeth, what you’re doing is increasing the porosity of the enamel temporarily (so the whitening agent can reach the discolored molecules in the teeth), so you’re actually more likely to stain your teeth again right after whitening,” explained Dr. Castilla.