06/11/2025
I know nobody wants to hear this 😅 but you really should get a dental exam and cleaning before whitening your teeth — even if you’re doing it at home.
Here’s why 👇
Whitening isn’t recommended if you have:
🦷 Active gum disease
🦷 Untreated cavities
🦷 Sensitive teeth (it’ll make them more sensitive)
🦷 A lot of enamel wear or gum recession
And for teens (under 18) — whitening usually isn’t advised yet. Their teeth and nerves are still developing, which means they can become super sensitive.
This doesn’t mean whitening is off the table forever — it just means any dental issues need to be treated first, so you can whiten safely later. 💡
Healthy teeth first, white teeth second. 🤍