Whitening gel guide

Opalescence Gel

Do you feel that even though you take great care of your teeth that they have a dull appearance? If so there are many products on the market today that can remedy the situation. Opalescence gel is one of those products that is easy to use and can be very cost effective. White teeth are a pleasure to look at so there is no time like now to dazzle everyone with your smile. You should only buy products that have been clinically proved to work so that you aren’t wasting your money on inferior teeth bleaching gel.

About

Why people choose it

Opalescence gel is convenient to use and has been shown to improve the mineral content of your tooth enamel for stronger teeth. Many whitening products leave teeth feeling sensitive — this gel is formulated to actually help lower sensitivity instead.

You can use the gel for around 30 minutes, twice a day. It remains active for 8–10 hours if you prefer overnight wear. There is also the option of using a reservoir tray or going without — whichever suits you best.

Patented micro potassium nitrate combined with fluoride helps manage sensitivity, and the ~20% water content reduces dehydration and unwanted shade shifts during treatment.

Strengthens enamel

Shown to improve the mineral content of tooth enamel — so your teeth come out brighter and stronger.

Lower sensitivity

Patented micro potassium nitrate plus fluoride helps reduce the sensitivity many other whitening gels cause.

~20% water content

The formula contains around 20% water to reduce dehydration and unwanted shade changes during wear.

Stays in the tray

The viscous gel holds its shape inside the tray rather than running across your teeth and gums.

Opalescence is one of the most widely recognised names in professional teeth whitening. Made by Ultradent, it’s used in dental practices across the UK and has a long, well-established track record. If your dentist has used or recommended Opalescence, you’re already familiar with professional-strength carbamide peroxide whitening gel.

What Opalescence and ProWhiteSmile gel have in common is the active ingredient — carbamide peroxide. It’s the same compound, the same whitening mechanism, the same professional-grade application. Opalescence is available in various concentrations; so is ProWhiteSmile gel, in 16% and 22% carbamide peroxide.

Other well-known brands in the professional whitening category work on exactly the same basis. The formulations vary slightly between manufacturers, but the underlying chemistry is consistent — carbamide peroxide breaking down into hydrogen peroxide, penetrating the enamel, and oxidising stain molecules from within.

Many customers who have previously used Opalescence through their dentist use ProWhiteSmile for ongoing gel supply — same results, significantly lower cost.

Please ensure you are in good oral health and have consulted your dentist before using any professional-strength whitening gel. ProWhiteSmile has been supplying professional-strength carbamide peroxide gel in the UK since 2004 — over twenty years of specialist experience

Opalescence gel is one product that has been shown to give you great results. It is convenient to use and has been shown to improve the mineral content of your teeth’s enamel for even stronger teeth. Sometimes when you use a whitening product on your teeth they can become very sensitive. Opalescence gel will not do this as it has been shown to actually lower sensitivity.

You can use opalescence gel twice a day for 30 minutes. It will remain active for eight to ten hours if you wish to use the product overnight. There is a choice to use a reservoir or to go without one. They have patented micro potassium nitrate along with fluoride to help with sensitivity issues. The formula contains about 20 percent water so that there isn’t as much dehydration or change in the shade of your teeth.

Some teeth whitening products may adhere to the teeth leaving a disgusting feeling in your mouth. When you use opalescence gel the viscous matter stays in the tray. If you will be getting a crown, veneers or composite placed on any of your teeth it is recommended that you use the opalescence prior to any of these treatments.

Users can expect to see good whitening results from discolorations due to pharmacologic, congenital, systemic or age factors. Your teeth can remain lighter for a longer period of time using the opalescence formula.

The syringe of opalescence gel contains 1.2 ml of product. While leaving the gel on at least 30 minutes per day is recommended you can also leave it on for one hour. It will depend on the activities that you have planned for each day as to how long you will leave the gel on each time. Whether you can leave the gel on overnight will depend on the strength of the bleach that is being used.

Depending on the strength of the opalescence gel that you are using the cost will be different. For a lower percentage of bleaching gel you can expect to pay half the cost of a higher dosage. This means that you could use opalescence gel in a ten percent solution for four syringes for around £30. The opalescence gel will come in several flavours or it can be unflavoured. You now know that you have great choices when it comes to whitening your teeth and that it is reasonably priced. You can find opalescence gel online or at your pharmacy.[/fusion_text][/fullwidth]

FAQ

Common questions

Why choose ProWhiteSmile over a Dentist’s bleaching treatment?

Our whitening gel was developed by a Certified Dental Laboratory for fast whitening action and long lasting results. The unique formula is pH balanced with high adhesion qualities designed to stay on tooth surface. The same teeth whitening gel is dispensed by Dental Offices worldwide. From the mouldable trays to the gel containing active ingredient Carbamide Peroxide to the at-home procedures, the treatment is essentially what a professional Dentist would prescribe.

The difference is what you pay! ProWhiteSmile is able to provide Whitening Systems that offer the same treatment that Dentists use at substantially lower cost. Dental Offices apply huge product mark-ups to cover their overhead; facilities, equipment, staff, time, administration, etc. Why pay more for the same thing?

How long do results last?

For most people, the results are long lasting. Exposure to coffees, teas, tobacco, red wines and certain other stain producing substances will eventually darken teeth again over time.

After initial treatment, some people do touch-ups every 6-8 months based on the amount of stain producing substances that they are exposed to. The ProWhiteSmile Whitening System is not a “supermarket” type tooth whitening kit and is considerably stronger than most “As Seen On TV” type kits.

The active ingredient in the whitening gel, Carbamide Peroxide is in Professional Dental Office strength (22%) and our massive 10cc syringes give up to 40 individual tray treatments. 3 times the amount of most syringe type kits sold at higher prices.

How long will it take until my teeth are whiter?

Whitening results often become apparent during the first few treatments, but typically a noticeable whitening effect becomes evident after about 8-10 treatments. Teeth will continue to whiten with each successive treatment until desired results are achieved.

Results vary, but in our experience backed by studies, show that 90 to 95% of people experience some level of whitening.

What is Carbamide Peroxide?

Carbamide Peroxide is the primary active ingredient or bleaching agent in the professional teeth whitening gel. It is essentially a variation of Hydrogen Peroxide and combined with the unique adherence properties of the specially formulated gel, it provides the chemical reaction required to safely whiten your teeth.

The Clinical Pharmacology Classification of Carbamide Peroxide states that there are “No significant interactions”, although some teeth sensitivity or minor gum irritation may be experienced, which normally subsides after completion of treatment.

What occurs during whitening?

During the teeth whitening process, the active ingredient in the gel, Carbamide Peroxide, is broken down and oxygen enters the tooth enamel bleaching embedded discoloured substances (stains). The structure of the tooth is not changed; only the tooth enamel becomes a lighter and whiter shade. Fillings, crowns, bridges and bondings, etc. are not affected.

How does the whitening treatment work?

A mouldable”tray” or mouthpiece is submerged into hot water for 5 seconds until soft and a bite impression is taken. After shaping the trays for upper and lower teeth, the whitening gel, which contains active ingredient Carbamide Peroxide, is applied to individual trays and inserted into the mouth and over the teeth. One tray at a time is left in place for 20-30 minutes.

Extending treatment times for faster whitening may be alright if your teeth are not over-sensitive. As the gel is activated, a slight tingling or bubbling sensation may be felt, which is the oxidation process taking place. Treatment should be done on upper and lower teeth each day until desired whitening is achieved. Twice a day treatments may also, achieve faster whitening results if teeth and gum sensitivity is not apparent.

Is teeth whitening really safe?

Yes, years of teeth whitening treatments by Dental Offices have proven that it is safe. If directions for use are followed, home application is also safe. If problems such as teeth sensitivity or gum irritations are experienced, the frequency of use should be reduced from every day to every other day. Some people experience mild to moderate teeth sensitivity however, it normally subsides quickly following completion of treatment.