A couple of questions

How long are teeth porous 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.14-Oct-2016

How can I close my teeth pores after whitening?

By gently coating your teeth with a product like MI Paste or Colgate's Pro-Argin Toothpaste, you will plug up open pores on your teeth and reduce sensitivity. Additionally, the remineralizing effects of these pastes help to improve whitening.

Are teeth more porous after whitening?

When you have bleaching done professionally, it can make your teeth even more porous they were to begin with. This makes them easier to stain, and it makes it all the more important to avoid these foods and activities that can stain your teeth.

Do your teeth go back to normal after whitening?

Teeth whitening does not damage your teeth. The whitening process uses active ingredients to temporarily open pores in your teeth and lift stains. After each whitening session, your teeth naturally remineralize and rehydrate.

Do white spots from teeth whitening go away?

The white spots are temporary. These spots are not harmful and will go away. The white spots are caused by a loss of water from the tooth enamel. This water loss is not harmful and will go away.

Why do my teeth turn yellow after whitening?

If you grind your teeth or clench your jaw at night, you put extra pressure on your teeth. This causes the living inner tissue of your tooth to age faster, turning it yellow.

Should I brush my teeth after Crest White Strips?

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.

How long do gums stay white after whitening?

Soft tissue or gum irritation caused by teeth whitening gel is considered a chemical burn, very comparable to a sunburn. When a chemical burn occurs, the area becomes mildly sore, turns white, and will eventually flake off. The tissue will return to normalcy within twenty-four hours.