When patients ask for the fastest, most dramatic whitening results possible, we recommend Zoom! It's the leading in-office whitening system — used by dentists worldwide — and it can lighten teeth up to 8 shades in approximately one hour. If you have an event, a photo shoot, or simply want to make a striking change, Zoom! delivers.
At Newpoint Family Dental in Unionville, CT, Zoom! whitening is performed by our team in a relaxed, comfortable setting. You sit back, relax, and leave with a noticeably brighter smile — often dramatically so.
How Zoom! Works
The process is straightforward:
- Preparation — We protect your gums and soft tissues with a special barrier, isolating only the tooth surfaces.
- Gel application — A professional-strength hydrogen peroxide whitening gel is applied to your teeth.
- Light activation — The Zoom! LED light activates the gel, accelerating the breakdown of stains deep within the enamel. Each cycle lasts about 15 minutes.
- Repeat — We perform 3-4 cycles for maximum results.
- Finish — A fluoride treatment is applied to reduce sensitivity and help seal the enamel.
Zoom! vs. Other Whitening Methods
Over-the-counter strips typically lighten teeth 1-2 shades over weeks. Custom take-home trays deliver 3-5 shades over 1-2 weeks. Zoom! can achieve 6-8 shades of improvement in a single session. It's the most efficient option for patients who want maximum results with minimum time investment.
What About Sensitivity?
Some tooth sensitivity during and after Zoom! whitening is common but temporary — typically resolving within 24-48 hours. We apply a post-treatment fluoride gel and can provide desensitizing products for home use. If you have a history of sensitivity, we'll adjust the treatment protocol to keep you comfortable while still achieving excellent results.
Patients from Farmington, Avon, Simsbury, and across Farmington Valley choose Zoom! at Newpoint because we combine the best technology with clinical expertise to deliver safe, predictable, stunning results.