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- Immediate Effect: Teeth are more porous and sensitive for 24–48 hours — this is normal.
- Normal Reactions: Mild sensitivity, quick “zingers”, slight gum tenderness — usually fades within 1–2 days.
- First 24 Hours — “White Diet”: Avoid anything that can stain the enamel.
- Avoid: Coffee, tea, wine, soda, dark juices, chocolate, berries, tomato sauce, soy sauce, mustard, ketchup, turmeric/curry, beets.
- Safe Options: Chicken, turkey, rice, cauliflower, bread, pasta with white sauce, milk, water, clear beverages.
- Tip: If it can stain a white shirt — skip it.
- Sensitivity Relief: Use sensitivity toothpaste (Sensodyne/Pronamel), soft-bristle brush, lukewarm water, avoid hot or cold foods.
- 24–48 Hours: Slowly reintroduce normal foods while staying mindful of staining items.
- Advice: If you drink coffee or tea, use a straw and rinse or brush afterward.
- Smoking/Vaping: Can re-stain quickly — avoid if possible.
- Gum Care: If tender, avoid spicy foods & alcohol-based mouthwash. Rinse with warm salt water if needed (gently). Healing within 24 hours is normal.
- Maintaining Results: Whitening results last 3–6 months depending on lifestyle.
- For Best Results: Brush twice daily, floss daily, use whitening toothpaste 2–3×/week.
- Stain Prevention: Use a straw for staining beverages, use whitening pen if recommended.
- Maintenance: Professional touch-ups every 3–6 months.
- Avoid (24 Hours Minimum): Coffee, tea, colored sodas, red wine, chocolate, colored sauces, smoking/vaping, dyed mouthwash, colored toothpaste stripes.
- Not Normal: Gum blistering, severe/prolonged pain, extreme sensitivity >72 hrs, worsening uneven whitening — call 1-855-313-1114.
