Whether you are considering cosmetic dentistry, or you are just curious to know a little more about how teeth whitening works, you are in the right place. In fact, in this short article, we will discuss the basics of how teeth whitening works and we will help you understand everything you need to know about this procedure.
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How do whitening products for teeth whitening work?
There are a lot of different professional teeth whitening products but they all use the same basic ingredients: peroxides. Peroxides, such as hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide, contain very volatile oxygen molecules and are the basis for teeth whitening. When these oxygen molecules touch the surface stains on the teeth, they react by breaking the chemical bonds that hold the stains on the enamel. This “blows” them away and restores the shimmery look of your smile.
Dentists use professional teeth whitening products that reduce the risk of tooth sensitivity after teeth whitening.
Each professional teeth whitening product uses hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide as an active whitening ingredient. However, there are other ingredients that are often used in conjunction with peroxides, such as fluoride. Adding fluoride to a teeth whitener helps prevent teeth from weakening in the process and also reduces the risk of tooth sensitivity after teeth whitening.
Do DIY teeth whitening kits use the same ingredients as professional whitening products?
Dentist speaks about teeth whitening methods – DIY kits
The answer is yes. Most DIY whitening kits contain hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide as an active ingredient, however, that doesn’t mean they are as effective as professional whitening products.
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