FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q. How does SpaWhite™ work?
A. SpaWhite™ is guaranteed to rapidly produce a noticeably brighter and whiter smile. SpaWhite™ is the only process currently available that will give you such dramatic results in a very short time in an easy, convenient process without a dentist or a dentist price. See our technology page to see how SpaWhite™ works or click here.

Q. Why have my teeth stained?
A. Over time, our teeth are stained by foods such as, coffee, sodas, chocolate, wine, smoking, and all sorts of other foods that would pretty much stain a white tee shirt.

Q. Does teeth whitening work on crowns?
A. SpaWhite™ works on natural tooth structure only. If you have veneers, composite (white) fillings, implants or other synthetic tooth structures or enhancements, they will not be affected by the whitening process. The color of these structures will remain as they were when installed.

Q. Will SpaWhite™ work on everyone?
A. SpaWhite™ works on anyone with healthy teeth and gums. Different individuals have different natural tooth color. Grey toned teeth do not respond as well as yellow toned teeth. Your teeth will never be whiter than their natural tooth color. As good as SpaWhite™ is, it, or any other teeth whitening process, can not alter your genetic traits.

Q. Is there anyone who should not whiten their teeth?
A. SpaWhite™ is not recommended for women who are pregnant or nursing or children who are under 14 years of age. It is also not recommended if you are allergic to hydrogen peroxide or any of the ingredients. If you have tooth decay, significant enamel demineralization, periodontal (gum) disease, irritation or bleeding gums, you should not engage the SpaWhite™ process until these conditions have been successfully resolved by a dentist.

Q. What if I have sensitive gums? Can I still bleach my teeth?
A. Most people with healthy teeth and gums will experience no discomfort during the SpaWhite™ process. Occasionally, gum or lip discomfort is experienced by particularly sensitive individuals. To prevent this, lightly coat the affected areas with petroleum jelly. Be careful to avoid getting any of the petroleum jelly on the teeth. A slight blanching of the gums is common and normal. This is a temporary reaction to the whitening process and is not harmful to your teeth or gums. It usually disappears in less than a day.

Q. How long does one whitening treatment take?
A. 15 minutes. Most people see a difference of four shades with the SpaWhite™ Express treatment, which takes 15 minutes. We also have SpaWhite™ Silver, the 30 minute treatment, to get your teeth as white as possible, all in one sitting.

Q. How long will one whitening treatment last?
A. One year or more, depending on many individual factors, including current condition and age of your teeth, diet, alcohol and tobacco consumption, genetics and dental, general and periodontal health. Brushing and flossing will help keep your teeth whiter, longer. There is no definite answer as to how long the whitening effect will last. Another treatment is recommended in about six months.

Q. How long before I can eat after a treatment?
A. For a minimum of 24 hours after the process, avoid consuming coffee, tea, dark colored soda, red wine, berries, candy, red sauces, beets, chocolate or any other foods that have a propensity to stain your teeth. A good guideline is, if it stains a white shirt, it will stain your teeth.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT WhiteIce™

Q. How do I get the WhiteIce™ stick into the nooks and crannies on and between my teeth?
A. The WhiteIce™ material emulsifies with saliva and disappears. This is how the material gets between teeth and uniformly onto irregular tooth surfaces, providing total coverage without your needing to force the stick.

Q. I’ve never whitened my teeth before.  Will WhiteIce™ alone do the trick?
A. Maybe. WhiteIce™ is intended as a maintenance product. It’s an antidote to exposure to foods that stain teeth. However many patients find that use of WhiteIce™ actually improves whiteness over time. For best results, use a White Science primary whitener, such as SpaWhite™ or SolarWhite.

Q. How long will the WhiteIce™ stick last?
A. With normal use, you should get about 20 upper and lower applications.

Q. How often can I use the WhiteIce™ stick?
A. Daily use is recommended on upper and lower teeth and is normally sufficient. If used more frequently, you may experience slight digestive discomfort. If this occurs, decrease usage frequency.

Q. Must I brush or rinse my mouth after using WhiteIce™?
A. It is recommended. Wait at least 10 minutes before rinsing or brushing. Alternately, you may use one of the Deep Cleaning Wipes supplied with your WhiteIce™ stick.

Q. Is there a time when I should stop using WhiteIce™ stick?
A. Occasionally but rarely users experience indigestion, heartburn, tooth sensitivity or gum irritation. If you experience any of these symptoms, discontinue use of the WhiteIce™ stick and contact your physician or dentist. These symptoms can be indications of illness that may require professional intervention.

Q. If my teeth have been professionally whitened by a dentist do I still need to use WhiteIce™ stick?
A. Yes. Teeth are bombarded daily with foods and beverages that conspire to dull your smile.  The WhiteIce™ stick is an easy way to protect your investment in your nice, white smile.