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Unless directed otherwise, wear Opalescence 10% for 8-10 hours or overnight, Opalescence 15% for 4-6 hours, Opalescence 20% for 2-4 hours, and Opalescence 35% for thirty minutes. Remove Excess gel with clean finger or soft toothbrush. Rinse twice; do not swallow rinsed gel.
How often should you use Opalescence 20?
It comes in three different strengths PF10%, PF15% and PF22%, they all are made with Potassium Nitrate and Fluoride. It is safer and easer then ever to whiten you teeth at home. In just 1 to 2 hours, twice a day for 7 to 10 days.
How long do you leave on Opalescence go?
Wear for 15-20 minutes per day. When finished remove bleaching tray and brush teeth.
How long should I wait to eat after using Opalescence?
Teeth whitening instructions for all products, including Opalescence, will advise you to avoid drinking or eating any foods for 48 hours that if you spilt them down your white shirt, for instance, would stain it.
How long does it take for Opalescence go to work?
Each box comes with 20 trays: 10 for the bottom teeth, 10 for the top. With one box, you will see a visible difference in your teeth shade. All it takes is between 15 and 60 minutes of wear-time per day, so you can whiten in traffic, at work, in the shower, anywhere!.
Can I sleep with Opalescence 20?
With four different concentrations and three flavors, you can wear Opalescence for as little as 30 minutes per day—or even overnight!.
Should I use Opalescence everyday?
If you are looking for a whitening toothpaste, we recommend Opalescence Whitening Toothpaste which successfully whitens by removing surface stains and is gentle enough to use daily without damaging your enamel.
What happens if you leave whitening gel on too long?
Always follow the manufacturer’s directions when using whitening products. Leaving them on for too long can cause tooth sensitivity, gum irritation, and tooth damage.
Should I brush my teeth after using Opalescence?
Do not brush first! You can severely burn your gums and make your teeth more sensitive if you brush immediately before whitening. You can brush after bleaching if you feel the need, you do not need to use toothpaste. Also do not leave on more than a hour as it can cause severe teeth sensitivity.
How many times a week should you whiten your teeth?
There are many choices for bleaching teeth at home, the most common include: Tooth whitening strips and gels. Applied directly to the teeth with a brush or a thin strip, these peroxide-based tooth bleaching products usually need to be applied once or twice a day for 10 to 14 days.
Can I eat a burger after teeth whitening?
As a general rule, don’t eat or drink anything that would leave a stain on a white tablecloth. Many people suffer from sensitive teeth, a condition that is exacerbated by teeth whitening. To avoid this discomfort, avoid hot or cold food or beverages until this heightened sensitivity subsides.
How long after bleaching teeth can you drink coffee?
Adhere to the 48 Hour Window Rule To preserve the effects of teeth whitening treatment, patients should avoid dark-colored foods and beverages (including coffee) for at least 48 hours after treatment.
What foods to avoid while whitening teeth?
Foods and Drinks to Avoid After Teeth Whitening Wine. Both red and white wines can be harmful to the color and enamel of your teeth. Coffee & Tea. Soft Drinks. Candy & Chocolate. Dark Fruits. Fish, Chicken, & Tofu. Rice, Bread, & Pasta. White Cheese & Yogurt.
What happens if Opalescence go is not refrigerated?
As NON-refrigerated whitening products break down and degrade during storage and shipping, hydrogen ions are produced. Those hydrogen ions are acid (pH = potential of Hydrogen). Whitening gels therefore become more and more acidic as they break down, resulting in an ever increasing possibility of sensitivity and pain.
How long does it take to get your teeth whitened?
The average tooth whitening procedure takes about 90 minutes. Depending on the amount of lightening your smile needs, it may take several sessions before you reach your desired shade. Teeth whitening procedures should also be repeated on a regular basis to maintain results.
Can Opalescence damage teeth?
Conclusion: All 4 Opalescence products damaged enamel. Higher damage was done by the 10% carbamide peroxide and 20% carbamide peroxide products because of the much longer exposure period (112 hours in comparison to 7 hours).
Can Opalescence damage gums?
High concentrations of carbamide peroxide or hydrogen peroxide teeth whitening gel are not safe for the soft tissues inside the mouth. If the gel contacts the lining of the cheeks, lips, tongue and/or gums, a chemical burn results. The gums will turn white and blister in a painful reaction to this strong gel.
Which Opalescence is the strongest?
With 40% hydrogen peroxide, Opalescence Boost whitening is the strongest whitening product available.
Can you use Opalescence without trays?
Professional results—to go With no impressions or custom trays necessary, Opalescence Go is ready to use right out of the package! Opalescence tooth whitening gel contains PF (potassium nitrate and fluoride), which helps maintain the health of enamel throughout the whitening process.
Can I drink water while teeth whitening?
Do not eat or drink while you have your trays in. “Day” whitening – just wear the trays for 1 – 2 hours. “Night” whitening – wear the trays overnight while you sleep. After whitening, rinse your mouth, and rinse the whitening trays with cold water.
Can you drink water while wearing teeth whitening strips?
What if I Don’t See Results After Using the Whitestrips? What do I do if the Strips Keep Coming Off? How do Crest 3D White Whitestrips work? My Crest Whitestrips is Expired.FAQ CATEGORY. Water Prevents carbomer from dehydrating the teeth. Sodium Hydroxide* Adjusts pH to neutral Sodium Saccharin* Better taste.
Is Poladay or Polanight better?
Poladay uses hydrogen peroxide which is faster working, for a quicker treatment. Polanight, however, uses carbamide peroxide, a slower acting chemical that will provide a gentler whitening process. Poladay trays can be worn for as little as 30 minutes a day and repeated for 5-10 days depending on requirements.
