Teeth Whitening Resource

If you have tried teeth whitening systems in the past, you might remember that the flavor of the whitening gel was not particularly pleasing to the taste buds. Opalescence teeth whitening gel has taken care of the flavor dilemma of distasteful whitening gels by offering a choice of yummy flavors for consumers to choose from. For the traditional toothpaste aficionados there is a mint flavor to tantalize the taste buds. For the tropical lovers of the bunch, you can try out the melon flavored Opalescence teeth whitening gel. There is also a flavorless selection for those that prefer the basic product without the fluff.

Opalescence teeth whitening gel has become a favorite among many dentists, and a choice in many offices when it comes to a professional whitening system. The features of the Opalescence teeth whitening gel include: a lower incidence of teeth sensitivity during the treatment process; a higher effectiveness in whitening teeth that might not otherwise be successfully whitened; and a sticky gel that stays in the mouth guard and therefore stays on your teeth better. All of these characteristics make Opalescence teeth whitening gel a popular choice both for office whitening treatments and home whitening.

The Effectiveness of the Opalescence Teeth Whitening Gel

The Opalescence teeth whitening gel uses a bleaching gel with a hydrogen peroxide base. The amount of hydrogen peroxide in the formula is 38%. Most professional whitening systems use a formula that is somewhere between 15% and 50%. This ratio is much higher than the home systems that can be purchased through your local drug store. The Opalescence teeth whitening gel is effective enough that many dentists will only do one treatment using the whitening gel in a session that generally lasts a little over an hour. A curing light or laser that is commonly used with some treatments is not necessary with the Opalescence system. It is also typically not necessary to continue with home treatments once the office treatment using the Opalescence teeth whitening gel is complete. However, home treatments can be used if the patient desires them and the dentist approves them.

If you decide to proceed with home treatments using the Opalescent teeth whitening gel, your dentist will customize a mouth guard that will hold the gel and fit over your teeth to offer whitening as you wear it. Refills of the Opalescent teeth whitening gel can be purchased through your dentist's office or from a variety of retailers.