Hydrogen Peroxide Teeth Whitening

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You may have read online about teeth whitening and Hydrogen Peroxide. Teeth Whitening is accomplished by using hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide. These peroxides penetrate the enamel of the teeth and oxidize stains, giving the teeth a lighter appearance. Whitening your teeth with a peroxide is considered safe according to the American Dental Association and they are used by dentists worldwide.

Hydrogen Peroxide is dispensed with syringes and is used with whitening trays. Depending upon the strength of gel and the individual, hydrogen peroxide is applied anywhere from 10 minutes to several hours per day. The strongest concentration of peroxide can be obtained from your dentist or online. Over the counter gels tend to have low concentrations of peroxide and thus produce less than desired results. For best results, custom dental trays are highly recommended which can be purchased from your dentist or online from a whitening lab.

Hydrogen Peroxide and Carbamide Peroxide are very similar. In fact, carbamide peroxide actually breaks down into hydrogen peroxide when used. Hydrogen Peroxide is stronger than carbamide peroxide and that's why you'll find hydrogen peroxide has lower concentrations of peroxide (3-15 percent) compared to carbamide peroxide (10-35 percent). Whitening results are seen much quicker with a higher concentration of gel, yet people will often experience sensitivity when using these high concentrations. People with very sensitive teeth should start with a lower percentage of gel to avoid or minimize sensitivity.

With the right strength of gel and the right amount of time, your teeth can get as white as possible. Everyone is different and some people will see complete results within 2 weeks, whereas some people with very dark stains or sensitive teeth may need to whiten 2-3 months to see complete results.