The best part? These whitening trays also use hydrogen peroxide gel and blue LED light trays, which the brand claims will help the whitening ingredient to more effectively remove staining. Users complete four back-to-back applications for eight minutes each time each day for five days. Each kit comes with a small brush to apply gel directly to teeth, helping avoid contact with the gums. The tray can plug directly into the wall.
GLO earned a 4. Strips contain hydrogen peroxide and are peppermint flavored, leaving your breath fresh after use. The brand claims these strips can whiten your teeth up to seven shades within 14 days.
This toothpaste is made for sensitive teeth, both gently whitening and protecting your teeth. The product also contains fluoride , which helps prevent cavities with each use.
The company known for their adjustment retainers offers a number of whitening products, including both pens and trays. Users can plug the tray directly into the wall or their smartphone — if you plan to whiten on the go. This kit received nearly a 5-star rating from almost 1, reviews at SmileDirectClub — the brand does not tally an average rating on its products.
These whitening strip kits, created by a direct-to-consumer oral beauty startup, contain 28 strips for 14 treatments and one gum oil pen, designed to reduce gum sensitivity. Each strip has the active ingredient hydrogen peroxide and is applied once a day for two weeks, for an hour each time.
The oral care company also sells whitening toothpaste for at-home maintenance. Most teeth whiteners have an active ingredient, typically hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide , which penetrates the enamel of your teeth and breaks down the discoloration without softening or thinning your teeth, explained Elchami.
The difference between teeth whiteners is the concentration of those active ingredients. The higher the concentration and longer the active ingredient is held against your teeth, the more effective the whitener typically is.
Catch up on Select's in-depth coverage of personal finance , tech and tools , wellness and more, and follow us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter to stay up to date. Hanna Horvath is a personal finance reporter based in New York City. IE 11 is not supported.
Rozenberg says that over-the-counter whitening kits should contain from 10 to 35 percent carbamide peroxide or three to 10 percent hydrogen peroxide and are most effective at higher concentrations.
Messina notes that in general, though, manufacturers adjust the concentration based on how the product will be used and how long it will be held against the teeth. At 25 percent carbamide peroxide, this CVS brand whitening kit hits near the top of the allowable range. Just be sure you use it carefully. Rozenberg advises. Toggle navigation. Neil N. Hadaegh, DDS Dr. Once you have that conversation, consider one of these over-the-counter kits. Previous Post: A dentist shares 5 at-home teeth whitening products actually worth buying.
Open toolbar. Professionals, on the other hand, "can take all the necessary precautions to make sure the gum tissue is safe and protected and the whitening agent is only getting on the tooth enamel that we want whiter. Ultimately, Messina says that all over-the-counter, peroxide-based whiteners will deliver comparable results as long as you follow the manufacturer's instructions for use.
One ingredient to steer clear of? Hydrated silica. Hadaegh says that the substance is "made from a crystallized compound found in quartz and sand [and] can damage tooth enamel and gum tissue. Aside from that, Giri Palani , a dentist in Beverly Hills and Palos Verdes, California says the most important thing is to look for when you're shopping is ease of use. Once you have a kit, Messina says you can use it for seven to 10 days to start, and then once every other week or so for maintenance.
Before you do so, though, consider taking a trip to the dentist for your standard teeth cleaning and to consult on your at-home whitening plans. That's why it's always good to have a thorough examination done by your dentist before starting on a whitening program.
Not to mention, if you do the whitening right after having your teeth cleaned at the dentist, Messina says, you'll be whitening your tooth enamel itself rather than the tartar or build-up on top of it. Regardless, he says, involving your dentist in the discussion will help you ensure you're taking the right path. There's no doubt that Crest Whitestrips are one of the most recognizable over-the-counter teeth whitening systems available.
It seems almost as if they've been around forever — and professionals still love them. The hydrogen peroxide in the strips eliminates up to 14 years of stains, according to the brand.
Palani is also a big advocate of whitening strips.
0コメント