Teeth Whitening

Colgate Visible White Chairside

Is a professional tooth whitening system formulated to remove tooth discoloration due to foods, tobacco, and other stain-causing materials. This complete system offers a convenient kit that includes materials for a Chairside procedure and take-home materials for patient maintenance/touch-ups.

Before Treatment:

Colgate Visible White Chairside is to be used for patients with normal oral health. Before beginning treatment, thoroughly evaluate a patient's oral health and discuss whitening level desired. Amount of whitening that can be achieved will depend on the type of staining. Composite fillings and restorations will not be negatively affected or whitened and therefore may not match whitened teeth.
Colgate Visible White Chairside should be used prior to placement of facial composites, veneers and/or crowns, and bridges to allow for the proper matching to the new lighter shades of the teeth.

Tooth Sensitivity:

There is potential for tooth sensitivity during and/or after treatment. Restorations should be free from defects. Exposed dentin should be protected to help prevent potential sensitivity. Areas may be exposed due to occlusal wear, gum recession and abrasion. Failed restorations and areas of caries should be restored before beginning whitening treatment. Patients with large areas of root surfaces exposed or inadequate restorations can develop mild to severe sensitivity. This can be minimized by temporarily covering sensitive areas with a dentin bonding agent.

Gum Sensitivity:

Ensure the presence of healthy soft tissue to minimize potential tissue trauma. If gingival tissue is traumatized, wait one to two weeks before beginning whitening treatment to minimize potential sensitivity.

Patient Instructions for Take-home Maintenance Kit