Tooth Whitening Product
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Depending on the depth of your tooth discoloration, there are a variety of tooth whitening products on the market today. All standard tooth whitening products contain a bleaching gel with either carbamide peroxide or hydrogen peroxide. The main difference arrives from the amounts of the bleaching agent and the delivery of these products to your teeth. The more complicated the technique and the higher the concentration of the chemicals, the more likely the tooth whitening product will be applied in a dentist office verses at home.
The following is a list of tooth whitening products commonly found in dentist offices and drugstore shelves today. As you read along, if you find one you have tried in the past, feel free to add your comments right into our wiki system. In addition, if you have a favorite tooth whitening product we missed, write it in along with the others.
Crest Whitestrips
As one of the most popular home applied tooth whitening products, the Crest Whitestrips are the number #1 dentist-recommended brand in the United States.
- First sold in 2001.
- Applies the bleaching agent to your teeth with flexible strips you wear for 30 minutes a day.
- Less expensive than most other options at $25 - $40 a box.
- Available in four different versions: Classic, Premium, Premium Plus, and Renewal.
- All four whiten teeth for 12 – 18 months.
- Premium will lighten your teeth in 7 days and Classic in 14 days.
- Can use more than one kit to achieve your desired level of white.
- Satisfaction is guaranteed. Simply save the box and receipt and Crest will give you a full refund within 60 days.
- Whitestrips.com
Nite White
A bleaching gel manufactured by Discus Dental – ask your dentist for retail outlets.
- Flavored gel you wear overnight.
- After seven to ten nights, teeth will be significantly whiter.
- The thick gel is delivered to your teeth in a custom fitted tray.
- Active ingredient is carbamide peroxide – a FDA approved oral antiseptic that has been discovered as a tooth whitening product.
- Available in a variety of chemical concentrations depending on your level of discoloration.
- ACP version is best for overly sensitive teeth.
- Prices range from $20 to $50 depending on the amount and version you select.
Opalescence Bleaching Gels
Opalescence was the first American Dental Association accepted, syringe delivered, take-home bleaching gel.
- A bleaching gel used in a mouth tray usually employed overnight.
- Active ingredient is carbamide peroxide available in gel strengths of 10%, 15%, and 20%.
- Fluoride and potassium nitrate are added to reduce tooth sensitivity.
- The gel’s consistency is particulaly sticky to ensure it does not leak from the tray.
- Quicker results than most, with whiter teeth in days rather than weeks.
- Prices range from $30 to $50 depending on the concentration of chemical you need.
Colgate Professional Whitening System
A Colgate product that is available only from professional dental offices.
- Three different options: Overnight, Daytime and Gentle Plus.
- Applied to your teeth in a tray that can be worn at night or during the day.
- Custom tray is designed by your dentist.
- Overnight formula advertises five shades lighter after three nights.
- Pleasant tasting gel.
- Prices vary based on your dentist’s expenses.
BriteSmile
One hour, one office visit tooth whitening product applied by your dentist.
- Similar process to Laser Tooth Whitening, except it doesn’t use a laser or heat, only gentle light.
- Specialized blue-light system allows them to use a concentration of only 15% hydrogen peroxide.
- Teeth will be up to fourteen shades lighter.
- Results last for years.
- Costs range from $350 to $500.
- Whitening is guaranteed.
- BriteSmile.com
Zoom Tooth Whitening
Visit our extensive article at LoveToKnow about this popular tooth whitening product.
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