What is the safest, most cost-effective and efficacious method for bleaching teeth?
The use of 10% carbamide peroxide in a custom-fitted tray is the safest, most efficacious, and cost efficient method, for the least investment. It provides the best ultimate result, with possibly the longest duration, and is easiest for the dentist and most patients. Higher concentrations of carbamide peroxide produce more sensitivity, have greater rebound to a stable color, and do not appreciably alter the treatment time. In-office options of high concentrations of hydrogen peroxide still require two to six visits, with an average of three, to reach maximum whiteness, although results will certainly be seen after one treatment. Over-the-counter (OTC) products achieve some lightening; however, a proper diagnosis is not required. Additionally, the results may not be as good, the process not as safe, and long term treatment options not as available as those offered by a dentist. The best technique must consider safety, efficacy, and cost-benefit ratio.
Compendium
April, 2003
Van B. Haywood, CMC
Department of Oral Rehabilitation
School of Dentistry
Medical College of Georgia
August, GA
We offer a custom tray take-home bleaching system. You will need to come in and get an impression of your teeth and it will take approximately 24 hours to make your custom trays. The price of this service includes the molds, trays and bleach system.
