Aftercare guide
After teeth whitening
Your teeth are more likely to pick up stains for the first 48 hours.
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Do
- Choose light-coloured foods and drinks for 48 hours (the "white diet")
- Drink through a straw where you can
- Use the sensitivity toothpaste we recommend
- Keep brushing twice a day with a soft brush
Don't
- Coffee, tea, red wine, cola or berries for 48 hours
- Smoking or vaping for 48 hours
- Very hot or very cold food and drinks if your teeth feel sensitive
What's normal
- Mild sensitivity or short "zings" for 1–2 days
- Small white spots that fade within a few hours
- Slight gum tenderness
When to call us
- Sensitivity that lasts longer than 3 days
- Gum soreness or white patches that don't settle within 2 days
Worried? Call us on 071 314 7721
Or WhatsApp 071 314 7721. Out of hours, for severe swelling or difficulty breathing, go to your nearest emergency unit.
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