Who Should Not Undergo Teeth Bleaching?
Tooth whitening is not recommended or will be less successful in the following circumstances: • Age and pregnancy issues. Teeth bleaching is not recommended in children under the age of 16. This is because the pulp chamber, or nerve of the tooth, is enlarged until this age. Bleaching teeth under this condition could irritate the pulp or cause it to become sensitive. Teeth bleaching is also not recommended in pregnant or lactating women. • Gum disease, worn enamel, cavities, and exposed roots. Individuals with gum disease or teeth with worn enamel are generally discouraged from undergoing a tooth bleaching procedure. Cavities need to be treated before undergoing any bleaching procedure. This is because the bleaching solutions penetrate into any existing decay and the inner areas of the tooth, which can cause sensitivity. Also, bleaching procedures will not work on exposed tooth roots because roots do not have an enamel layer. • Fillings, crowns and other restorations. Tooth-colored fill
