Idk I just got the zoom whitening done for the first time and the results are miles ahead of any whitening strip I've used in the past. There's also conflicting studies shown on the light. Multiple sources claim the light triggers a reaction so there's probably a propriety blend besides the peroxide (given this isn't light activated) otherwise why would they use a light.
Really? Oh wow thanks for clarifying. I guess all the papers I have compiled in my library are wrong. In the world of science, when multiple studies show contradicting information, it's safe to say the results are NOT proven. Read the article below, it is one of many papers that shows it is not effective. Furthermore, a few studies that show success have flawed experimental designs. Lastly, feel free to use the lights. A quick google search will show you how many people are not happy with the results. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4178330/
Wow this was great. All the other videos I watched on TH-cam give me the bs about the light during professional whitening. Ima see if my dentist tries to sell me the same nonsense.
=) - The studies are all out there, people just need to read them. All the best studies on this topic were with 10% Carbamide peroxide without a light.
Same. I was just looking at the SNOW company and *most* of the reviews were 5 stars. The electric toothbrush is on sale, well, all their products are on sale, but if the light doesn't do anything, why get it?
Interesting. I just had the one hour laser treatment which along with the descale and polish made a massive improvement to my teeth whiteness. However, I also got the custom trays which are used for the following week. So I guess possibly best of both worlds??
Most of the instant change was likely the scale and polish to remove surface stains. My teeth get significantly whiter after a cleaning as well. One session with the light and gel is as effective as one session with just the gel.
Regarding the "light-activated" peroxide at 2:13, peroxides are quite unstable molecules and exposure to radiation will degrade the peroxide (turn it into water and oxygen in case of hydrogen peroxide). The free oxygen atom may or may not react with your teeth. On the other hand, when the peroxide oxidizes directly your teeth, that oxygen atom will be used in the reaction that whitens your teeth. I haven't conduced research on this, but the theory tells me that using a light to break down peroxides will yield uncertain results, compared to not using a light.
The $99 dental clinic service made no difference to my ivories. Whitening paste also not enough. Now doing water flosser and sodium chlorite mouth wash with added FG peppermint oil. The next step will be this method. Short cuts don't work well. Slow & steady wins again
Excellent video. Explanation and advice on proper products and procedures. Question . How do you think mixing toothpaste and hydrogen peroxide then put mixture into a tray would work?
Thank you! What would be the reason to mix the toothpaste? It would mess with the chemistry of the peroxide and make it less effective. I don't see any benefit of combining them! Best- MN
This is true that the lights do nothing to help or boost the whitening process but there is evidence and studies show blue, red, and infrared lights help with gums disease
How much do teeth whitening trays generally cost? I tried searching up the price but got lots of different prices. Also does insurance lower the price, I imagine not.
I got the whitening tray from my orthodontist at 28 dollars here in the Midwest. I didn’t have to pay for custom trays as my plastic retainer was provided to me free of charge after my orthodontist treatment.
Wow so helpful. I’ve just bought a kit with loose trays to wear 20 mins per day for a few days. With a light, which I will ditch. The overnight version looks great.
Why do my teeth go yellow few hrs after I remove the trays? I also finished my course of 2 weeks, and within 2 days my teeth look like before I started the treatment 2 weeks ago. I feel like enlighten is just a temporary optical illusion of glossy teeth…
I got custom trays but it doesn't cover that great on the lower teeth, the gel seems to go to the tips of the teeth. For the upper teeth it works great. Any tips to use it better? Or should I complain to my dentist?
Try complaining :) unfortunately most trays are lousy. I worked with a 3D printing company called Sprintray to help provide access to high quality trays for other dentists but few are using this technology at the moment.
Is this safe for sensitive teeth or will I regret it for the rest of my life? (Kinda like when I fried my hair with some bleach based hair product and it never grew back the same.) I don't need super bright white teeth, I just want to not wince every time I see myself in a video or picture. (So 2 or 3 shades lighter.) EDIT: By "this," I mean the custom tray Carbamide Peroxide treatment. Maybe I should do like 5%... I'm so worried, I'm always let down by people who are supposed to be professional. I can only trust myself to take care of myself. Maybe I would even start with like 3% and do it over night, then wait a couple weeks and repeat... hmm... we'll see.
Hey. This is the safest method available but there are conditions that definitely contribute to sensitivity like recession and abfraction. Everyone is different. We always manage to whiten and find a protocol that is tolerable when a patient is committed. I am Not aware of commercially available 3% or 5% carbamide peroxide teeth whitening gels. If you are really sensitive, there may be a reason.
Yes you can but results vary due to the material and design of the trays. They are for different purposes. I have seen patients use the trays effectively sometimes, but most of the time it is ineffective and leads to gum irritation. This is because aligner trays usually do not extend down to the gumline. Aligner trays are also hard and do not form a nice suction seal at the gumline. If you try it, do it for an hour or so max and ensure your gums are not turning white or getting irritated. I would personally recommend you wait until you are done with aligners and get a good set of bleaching trays. Recently, I helped Sprintray (a 3D printer company specialized in dentistry) started producing dental models with a perfect design to make excellent bleaching trays. That means you can ask your dentist about that, but they may not have the 3D printer.
how do we tell our dentists we don't want to do the treatment with the light (mine offers it with the light) and that we would prefer just skipping to at home custom trays?
hey doc i have a question (might be a dumb one but oh well) so when you say to wear the trays for 2 nights then one night no, does that mean i have to wear them for two weeks while doing that cycle?
In the video I explain that Hydrogen peroxide is active for ~30 min, but Carbamide peroxide is active for ~10 hours. The time also varies with the concentration.
As a prothodontics specialist i totally agree..I tell my pacients to save their money and do a custom tray for at home bleaching.Nice to see dr Nejad explaining this so beatifuly👍
You mentioned these are silicone custom trays (to sleep in overnight). If I am calling a dentist do I ask for a specific brand or just ask for an overnight silicone tray?
Ask for custom whitening trays. Some people make them better than others. Ive thought about making a service for this but it requires a high quality digital scan and screening from a dentist so I think it would be too difficult.
HinDoc. This made so much sense and unfortunately i fell for the light activating gel gimmick :/ i would order gladly these custom trays from you but i live in Germany. Do you have any recommendations or can you say what round a bout a normal price for these trays is? thank you!
A lot of my patients come from New York. There are a lot of great dentists there but check out my instagram for photos. @dr_mattnejad. No one does the detail and quality the way I like.
Carbamide Peroxide with custom trays does not damage enamel. Studies show it lowers the hardness in laboratory studies, but no clinical significance has been observed, and likely the hardness is restored with time. Its considered very safe.
Excellent video Doc! One question, the protocol you use in your cases includes one day off from the whitening tray to diminish the chances of suffering from hypersensitivity, after 2 days wearing them overnight. My question is: how many cycles of on-and-off do you usually recommend the patient follows to achieve your treatment goals? For a period of 2-3 weeks? Thanks in advance!
Completely up to the patient and how much whitening they want to achieve. Typical is 2-4 weeks, but some times 2-3 months. Remember that results are progressive so its not 2-3 months until you see results, just gradual improvement over time.
You can but its not the same because whitening trays with a good design are like a wetsuit that form a really tight seal. They are softer material like a silicone whereas retainers are tight and rigid and have no particular seal.
I don't know what you mean. It depends on the gel but usually with the gels I would recommend, you don't do cycles. They are active for up to 10 hours so you would just wear it for 2 or more hours, but thats not for any gel so it depends on what you have. Unfortunately, it is not a universal application protocol.
Actually. Teeth whitening with custom trays has been effective for tetracycline. Dr. Van Haywood initially shared this technique and it has been uses effectively many times but it requires persistence and a long time.
It actually changes the color. It oxidizes the chromatic component of tooth structure and ultimately lightens the shade, somewhat like bleaching does to color compounds in clothing.
@@BiomimeticDentistry thanks for the answer, as I was curious as I would like my teeth a bit whiter, but I dont want to use a product that only covers teeth with soem white chemical, as to me that is like putting hair dye or make up on.
Great video! Unfortunately I just purchased a LED light with 9.5 % hydrogen peroxide gel. If I buy custom trays and wear them overnight, what percentage gel should I use?
Dentist I've a question..my dentist said that I've naturally yellow coloured teeth so can these tools will work on my teeth as well as yellow teeth look kinda embarrassing?
if you are using 10% Carbamide peroxide (CP), the gel is active for up to 10 hours. There is no maximum time to worry about, but it will stop working at some point which is fine. There is also no minimum per-se, but I would say 1-2 hours when using 10% CP.
Hi! Have you heard of disposable bleaching trays? Opalescence makes them and uses the same gel as the custom trays. I wonder if it would work just as well. Any thoughts? Thanks in advance!
Yes. They are pretty good but they are not intended to be used for longer periods and they don't have the best seal. Overall, they are not bad but not the best.
Every time I wake up after a night drinking wodka my teeth are super white. Because I didnt drink coffee that evening. Sadly, I rarely drink wodka now. Iam old, and the hangovers are getting worse.
I am brushing with baking soda, toothpaste and a teaspoon of peroxide once every 2 days or so for the last month. The jury is still out but i am getting a wee bit excited.
Hey suppose you’re doing whitening trays And you do 2 nights on , 1 night off for those lasting results. So do u do this 2:1 schedule for a certain amount of time then stop? Or r u to keep doing it repeatedly? How does that work
Thank you. You do it until you get the results you are happy with. With the 10% CP gel and good fitting trays, it is ok to use it until the results have reached your goal or until you lose interest.
@@BiomimeticDentistry ah thanks for the response but once you reach this point which you're satisfied with , you'd have to continue the 2 day 1 day thing to keep it? or you'd just stop or what?
The real M.V.P. Thank you for an honest video! Can you make a review on different whitening products like Crest 3D toothpaste 2 step system, SNOW, etc.? Also, can you make a review on different electric toothbrushes including the SNOW one ? I notice too many positive reviews on some of these brands. I would purchase through an affiliate link if you recommend a good toothbrush.
While I can't comment on any whitening agents. I can comment on an awesome toothbrush. I purchased a Diamondclean 9700, over 4 years ago and it still is performing like the day I purchased it. I picked mine up on black friday at Kohls, but after checking the price, they are the same now that I paid on sale then- besides the little bit I got back in Kohls cash. I drink sodas and don't eat much candy and my teeth are in great shape; even my dental hygienist says that my build up is much less than other patients that she sees. If you do pick one up, make sure you purchase the black plastic replacements(when you eventually need them). The white ones, from like Costco, really aren't the best, nor do they have a proper fit. Lest I forget, my wife and I share the same base and use it every day. We charge the device, maybe once a week, we only do that because we feel that it needs a charge, not because it dies. Good luck friend.
At first, you said the solution stops working after 30 minutes and then later you said you recommend the patient wears it all night. Which doesn’t make sense if it stops working after 30 minutes, I had to read through several comments and responses until you clarified that the specific type of peroxide you use lasts for 10 hours approximately versus 30 minutes. I wish you had made that more clear in the video because that part definitely was confusing. .
I returned the product after one month, there wasn't any change in my teeth, therefore I feel that company provided FALSE information, just to sell the product to customers.
As such i have, considering my age(58), reasonable good teeth, but they look bad( dark) I eat every day Blueberries and Blackcurrant, + drink coffee...there is a price to pay for the vitamins in the berries. Not sure a whitening would help much.
Headed to my dentist tomorrow for a cleaning then later whitening I will ask for trays I had her 10 yrs ago do in office .ade my teeth sensitive and didnt last long..I am a coffee drinker.....grr. I now live on former coffee finca land in thenGuatemala highlands many of my Guatemalam friemds own coffee I think they would stone me if I gave up coffee. I have given up cigarettes 40 yrs ago, sugar sodas 30 yrs ago, diet cola 10 yrs ago, sugar in my diet up and down for years but now almost all is Splenda, a year ago all breads, yada yada yada am an elder female watching my weight so you know the drill...if I give up coffee I might as well live on protein and water.....now someone is going to tell me to give up animal protein ., I just know it.
I want to believe you, but literally every study I find says the light does have an influence on the whitening process. Maybe you were referring to old studies?
Show me your studies please. I have no reason for you to believe me or not, I am not selling you anything. What I am saying is fact. I don't know what is considered old to you but the studies are relevant because the gel and the light have not changed. This review study reviews 15 other studies with conflicting information and concludes no difference pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25298598/ When something works, you don't find this level of conflict. Furthermore, measuring the effectiveness immediately after the session creates an illusion of effectiveness because the teeth are dried and therefore whiter.
So not true. Bleaching trays account for less than .05 % of my income or revenue. You can do anything you would like but there is no reason to make this claim if you know what it takes to do a bleaching tray. Staff, time, overhead, lab costs. Of course we make money from it but it’s far from effective use of time for me but it’s the best option and that’s why I recommend it. Also, it’s definitely not all the same.
Of course make the custom trays cause you make more money! Typical Dentist advice… there’s products out there that’s use the same products your custom trays use to whiten. Do your research people…
Yes. Do your research people and use common sense. Peroxide based gel is an irritation to the soft tissue/gums and can cause damage if in contact with gums for long periods. Additionally, higher concentrations of gel can also cause pulpal irritation and sensitivity. Using a low concentration gel, for a long period is the best and safest approach. This is a scientific fact. There is no denying that a custom fitted tray will get the best results. I really don't make a significant income from bleaching trays and its naive to think that this procedure supports a dental practice. For most dental practices, whitening procedures make up less than 1% of income and they hardly cover overhead. Thanks for the advice nevertheless. Best- MN
Do u need to follow curtain diey after whitening? I received carbomide peroxide 16% from my orthodonth, he said just to avoid coffee during 3 days of treatment. Is that enough to keep the result? How long and which diet to follow is this is needed?
Following a strict diet isn’t realistic in my opinion but coffee and tea lead to surface stain requiring more maintenance. Or you could wear your trays once every few months to maintain as needed.
After Smile Direct Club for straightening I now use Bright On for 4 days every 6 months to fantastic results. I use the light because it helps me reduce salivation during treatment. I'd say six months of a bright smile with straight teeth is well worth the low cost. You don't have to spend the big bucks for a nice smile 😁
A good whitening tray forms a tight seal to protect the gums from irritation and keep the gel from getting diluted with saliva. Most patients using their retainer/aligners/invisalign get irritation so I don’t recommend that but some have managed to use it without a problem.
A good whitening tray forms a tight seal to protect the gums from irritation and keep the gel from getting diluted with saliva. Most patients using their retainer get irritation so I don’t recommend that but some have managed to use it without a problem.
A good whitening tray forms a tight seal to protect the gums from irritation and keep the gel from getting diluted with saliva. Most patients using their retainer get irritation so I don’t recommend that but some have managed to use it without a problem.
The active ingredient in over the counter products is not active for more than ~30 minutes and if it was, it would irritate the gums since its not sealed.
Dang. I was unfortunately expecting a sale's pitch. And, yeah, the offering is there. But how wholesome and helpful this information was. Looks like the sparing practice of baking soda and peroxide is effective.
Only useful teeth whitening video on the entirety of TH-cam. What a blessing this video is
Glad you enjoyed it!
So he is the 1 out of the 10 doctors that doesn't recommend the products
The 1 out of 10 that won't sell you bullshit.
That's why I just subscribed
Idk I just got the zoom whitening done for the first time and the results are miles ahead of any whitening strip I've used in the past. There's also conflicting studies shown on the light. Multiple sources claim the light triggers a reaction so there's probably a propriety blend besides the peroxide (given this isn't light activated) otherwise why would they use a light.
Why tf would doctors not want you to spend your money. If someone is telling you something that will take money away from them is telling the truth 😂
I was going to whiten my teeth but got a tan instead
You are genuinely the type of person that we need more of on this platform! Thank you very much for your advice!
I appreciate that! Ill be adding more!
It has been proven the lights work with the jell. let me guess Red light therapy is also just a myth
Really? Oh wow thanks for clarifying. I guess all the papers I have compiled in my library are wrong. In the world of science, when multiple studies show contradicting information, it's safe to say the results are NOT proven. Read the article below, it is one of many papers that shows it is not effective. Furthermore, a few studies that show success have flawed experimental designs. Lastly, feel free to use the lights. A quick google search will show you how many people are not happy with the results.
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4178330/
Wow this was great. All the other videos I watched on TH-cam give me the bs about the light during professional whitening. Ima see if my dentist tries to sell me the same nonsense.
=) - The studies are all out there, people just need to read them. All the best studies on this topic were with 10% Carbamide peroxide without a light.
Same. I was just looking at the SNOW company and *most* of the reviews were 5 stars. The electric toothbrush is on sale, well, all their products are on sale, but if the light doesn't do anything, why get it?
@@Sun.n.Flowers Because people will buy it because they've seen whitening ads that show people using them.
well i dont smile whith my molars so fk em xD
The slow steady method seems safest and less painful too. Thank you!
You're welcome! It is the best way.
Interesting. I just had the one hour laser treatment which along with the descale and polish made a massive improvement to my teeth whiteness. However, I also got the custom trays which are used for the following week. So I guess possibly best of both worlds??
Most of the instant change was likely the scale and polish to remove surface stains. My teeth get significantly whiter after a cleaning as well. One session with the light and gel is as effective as one session with just the gel.
Thank you dr, your channel will be popular someday, keep it upppp!
Thank you. That is so nice of you =) Best- MN
Thank you for the succinct and informative video, pointing out what science shows!
Regarding the "light-activated" peroxide at 2:13, peroxides are quite unstable molecules and exposure to radiation will degrade the peroxide (turn it into water and oxygen in case of hydrogen peroxide). The free oxygen atom may or may not react with your teeth. On the other hand, when the peroxide oxidizes directly your teeth, that oxygen atom will be used in the reaction that whitens your teeth.
I haven't conduced research on this, but the theory tells me that using a light to break down peroxides will yield uncertain results, compared to not using a light.
The $99 dental clinic service made no difference to my ivories. Whitening paste also not enough. Now doing water flosser and sodium chlorite mouth wash with added FG peppermint oil. The next step will be this method. Short cuts don't work well. Slow & steady wins again
what do you think of the mixture vaseline and baking soda?
Excellent video. Explanation and advice on proper products and procedures.
Question . How do you think mixing toothpaste and hydrogen peroxide then put mixture into a tray would work?
Thank you! What would be the reason to mix the toothpaste? It would mess with the chemistry of the peroxide and make it less effective. I don't see any benefit of combining them! Best- MN
So glad I saw this before buying a pricey kit with a light!
Excellent video I intend using a gel used with a light but using my trays. How would I use such a gel. Im 85 but still have all teeth
@joycechapman6178 I just want to say that that's absolutely brilliant being 85 and still having your own teeth. Congratulations.
This is true that the lights do nothing to help or boost the whitening process but there is evidence and studies show blue, red, and infrared lights help with gums disease
How much do teeth whitening trays generally cost? I tried searching up the price but got lots of different prices. Also does insurance lower the price, I imagine not.
I got the whitening tray from my orthodontist at 28 dollars here in the Midwest. I didn’t have to pay for custom trays as my plastic retainer was provided to me free of charge after my orthodontist treatment.
Insurance dont cover whitening trays as its cosmetic
Wow so helpful. I’ve just bought a kit with loose trays to wear 20 mins per day for a few days. With a light, which I will ditch. The overnight version looks great.
Good video. Is there an advantage of carbamide peroxide over hydrogen peroxide? I received the latter from my dentist with my custom trays.
Carbide is long acting and has an active duration of up to 10 hours.
Why do my teeth go yellow few hrs after I remove the trays? I also finished my course of 2 weeks, and within 2 days my teeth look like before I started the treatment 2 weeks ago. I feel like enlighten is just a temporary optical illusion of glossy teeth…
I got custom trays but it doesn't cover that great on the lower teeth, the gel seems to go to the tips of the teeth. For the upper teeth it works great.
Any tips to use it better? Or should I complain to my dentist?
Try complaining :) unfortunately most trays are lousy. I worked with a 3D printing company called Sprintray to help provide access to high quality trays for other dentists but few are using this technology at the moment.
Is this safe for sensitive teeth or will I regret it for the rest of my life? (Kinda like when I fried my hair with some bleach based hair product and it never grew back the same.) I don't need super bright white teeth, I just want to not wince every time I see myself in a video or picture. (So 2 or 3 shades lighter.)
EDIT: By "this," I mean the custom tray Carbamide Peroxide treatment. Maybe I should do like 5%... I'm so worried, I'm always let down by people who are supposed to be professional. I can only trust myself to take care of myself. Maybe I would even start with like 3% and do it over night, then wait a couple weeks and repeat... hmm... we'll see.
Hey. This is the safest method available but there are conditions that definitely contribute to sensitivity like recession and abfraction. Everyone is different. We always manage to whiten and find a protocol that is tolerable when a patient is committed. I am Not aware of commercially available 3% or 5% carbamide peroxide teeth whitening gels. If you are really sensitive, there may be a reason.
Imma still going with the strips and just push a bit more into my curves , because im on a budget
hahaha! ok!
I used the more expensive crest 3d strips and I had really good results actually. I’d say it’s not permanent but it lasts a few months
Thank you this was very insightflu and helpful
Thank you Doc!! Can i use my aligners as the trays? Currently using CANDID aligners…
Yes you can but results vary due to the material and design of the trays. They are for different purposes. I have seen patients use the trays effectively sometimes, but most of the time it is ineffective and leads to gum irritation. This is because aligner trays usually do not extend down to the gumline. Aligner trays are also hard and do not form a nice suction seal at the gumline. If you try it, do it for an hour or so max and ensure your gums are not turning white or getting irritated. I would personally recommend you wait until you are done with aligners and get a good set of bleaching trays. Recently, I helped Sprintray (a 3D printer company specialized in dentistry) started producing dental models with a perfect design to make excellent bleaching trays. That means you can ask your dentist about that, but they may not have the 3D printer.
how do we tell our dentists we don't want to do the treatment with the light (mine offers it with the light) and that we would prefer just skipping to at home custom trays?
Just ask if they make good custom whitening trays. Most make the trays but the quality varies a lot.
Down to Earth and informative information..Thank you, Matt..👍
My pleasure!
hey doc i have a question (might be a dumb one but oh well) so when you say to wear the trays for 2 nights then one night no, does that mean i have to wear them for two weeks while doing that cycle?
If the peroxide is active for only 30 mins, why leave the peroxide on your teeth all night?
In the video I explain that Hydrogen peroxide is active for ~30 min, but Carbamide peroxide is active for ~10 hours. The time also varies with the concentration.
As a prothodontics specialist i totally agree..I tell my pacients to save their money and do a custom tray for at home bleaching.Nice to see dr Nejad explaining this so beatifuly👍
Science! Love that you know. So much bad information out there. Best- MN
You mentioned these are silicone custom trays (to sleep in overnight). If I am calling a dentist do I ask for a specific brand or just ask for an overnight silicone tray?
Ask for custom whitening trays. Some people make them better than others. Ive thought about making a service for this but it requires a high quality digital scan and screening from a dentist so I think it would be too difficult.
Thank you for replying Dr. Nejad.
Great Video! Thank you Doctor
Thank you!
HinDoc. This made so much sense and unfortunately i fell for the light activating gel gimmick :/ i would order gladly these custom trays from you but i live in Germany. Do you have any recommendations or can you say what round a bout a normal price for these trays is? thank you!
Hi, do you have any referrals for cosmetic dentists in New York City?
A lot of my patients come from New York. There are a lot of great dentists there but check out my instagram for photos. @dr_mattnejad. No one does the detail and quality the way I like.
What treatment does not damage the enamel
Carbamide Peroxide with custom trays does not damage enamel. Studies show it lowers the hardness in laboratory studies, but no clinical significance has been observed, and likely the hardness is restored with time. Its considered very safe.
excellent presentation very helpful
Excellent video Doc! One question, the protocol you use in your cases includes one day off from the whitening tray to diminish the chances of suffering from hypersensitivity, after 2 days wearing them overnight. My question is: how many cycles of on-and-off do you usually recommend the patient follows to achieve your treatment goals? For a period of 2-3 weeks? Thanks in advance!
Completely up to the patient and how much whitening they want to achieve. Typical is 2-4 weeks, but some times 2-3 months. Remember that results are progressive so its not 2-3 months until you see results, just gradual improvement over time.
@@BiomimeticDentistry Thanks a lot Dr Nejad!
I have retainers from having braces. Could i just use the gel in them?
You can but its not the same because whitening trays with a good design are like a wetsuit that form a really tight seal. They are softer material like a silicone whereas retainers are tight and rigid and have no particular seal.
I have been using the whitening custom trays for 2 so days so far since I got it and I noticed white spots on my front teeth is that normal ?
Yes. Its a common stage of whitening that improves as you continue. If you stop it will also settle down.
He’s making content which makes him which… you get the gist. Good stuff
doc what is the recommended cycles when comes to whitening teeth? is 6 cycles and 8 minutes in between is okay?
I don't know what you mean. It depends on the gel but usually with the gels I would recommend, you don't do cycles. They are active for up to 10 hours so you would just wear it for 2 or more hours, but thats not for any gel so it depends on what you have. Unfortunately, it is not a universal application protocol.
I did not expect this. Thank you for your honest insight.
I’m so appreciative. I JUST canceled my appointment. Thank you
You are so welcome
My teeth have tetracycline stains ...what helps with that !!?
Actually. Teeth whitening with custom trays has been effective for tetracycline. Dr. Van Haywood initially shared this technique and it has been uses effectively many times but it requires persistence and a long time.
thhhankk you Doctor, this vid is soo helpful
you are welcome!
i was about to get in-office whitening, but i will opt for trays...which i already have.. Thanks for saving me some money!
No problem!
Does it put a layer on the teeth like hair dye, so it only covers the teeth or does it actually change the color of the teeth 🤔?
It actually changes the color. It oxidizes the chromatic component of tooth structure and ultimately lightens the shade, somewhat like bleaching does to color compounds in clothing.
@@BiomimeticDentistry thanks for the answer, as I was curious as I would like my teeth a bit whiter, but I dont want to use a product that only covers teeth with soem white chemical, as to me that is like putting hair dye or make up on.
Where do you get the trays?
From a/your dentist but make sure they are good quality. Best - MN
@@BiomimeticDentistry And how about the hydrogen peroxide gel?
I've just finished day 5 of light activated gel and it worked
The gel works. The light is just for fun.
Hi 👋🏾 can trays be used if you've had work done on your teeth?
Yes but the work will not whiten so keep that in mind!
Great video! Unfortunately I just purchased a LED light with 9.5 % hydrogen peroxide gel. If I buy custom trays and wear them overnight, what percentage gel should I use?
I recommend 10% carbamide peroxide. Its a slow release formula.
That last tip was great, thank you doc, greetings from Poland
Glad it was helpful! Best- MN
Thank you so much. Exactly the information I needed
You are very welcome
Great video! Question about tray fabrication. Do you find it is necessary to make "gel reservoirs" with a block out resin on the model? Thanks!
Not necessary but optional. Its no more effective but it uses a little more gel in doing so.
me watching this while the product inside my mouth atm.
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Dentist I've a question..my dentist said that I've naturally yellow coloured teeth so can these tools will work on my teeth as well as yellow teeth look kinda embarrassing?
This is really good thank you, also very honest I love it.
I'm glad you like it and thank you!
if the dentist use lights what's wrong with these df
Whats DF. Is that what I think it is 😂😂😂
@@BiomimeticDentistry dafukkkkk
hahaah i thought it was dumb fukkks
When it comes to in office teeth whiting. Are you mentioning about kor teeth whiting as to continue in office?
Im referring to all in-office sessions except for internal whitening.
@@BiomimeticDentistry
Is Kor teeth whitening a in-office session?
Very informative and well made video, thank you.
Is there a minimum or maximum number of hours for the overnight technique?
if you are using 10% Carbamide peroxide (CP), the gel is active for up to 10 hours. There is no maximum time to worry about, but it will stop working at some point which is fine. There is also no minimum per-se, but I would say 1-2 hours when using 10% CP.
Hi! Have you heard of disposable bleaching trays? Opalescence makes them and uses the same gel as the custom trays. I wonder if it would work just as well. Any thoughts? Thanks in advance!
Yes. They are pretty good but they are not intended to be used for longer periods and they don't have the best seal. Overall, they are not bad but not the best.
What do you think about whitening with laser ? Thank you!
No bs info thank you
Every time I wake up after a night drinking wodka my teeth are super white. Because I didnt drink coffee that evening. Sadly, I rarely drink wodka now. Iam old, and the hangovers are getting worse.
Useful and clear
Glad to hear that
I am brushing with baking soda, toothpaste and a teaspoon of peroxide once every 2 days or so for the last month. The jury is still out but i am getting a wee bit excited.
In office whiting can be so painful. I always give them fluoride gel after. Oh I hate that light! 💡 it heats up the teeth.
I have a question. Is it okay to get whitening done with custom trays if you have fluororis?
So what the difference between the over the counter gimmicky lights vs the ones dentists use?
Hey suppose you’re doing whitening trays
And you do 2 nights on , 1 night off for those lasting results. So do u do this 2:1 schedule for a certain amount of time then stop? Or r u to keep doing it repeatedly? How does that work
Also thank you so much for the informative video
I loved it
Thank you. You do it until you get the results you are happy with. With the 10% CP gel and good fitting trays, it is ok to use it until the results have reached your goal or until you lose interest.
@@BiomimeticDentistry ah thanks for the response
but once you reach this point which you're satisfied with , you'd have to continue the 2 day 1 day thing to keep it? or you'd just stop or what?
No. You can stop and maybe done 1-2x per year to maintain. Basically as needed.
@@BiomimeticDentistry thank you
Can I use a retainer I got after getting my braces off to put the gel on, or are the whitening ones a lot different?
Thank you great information 🙏🏻♥️
You are so welcome
The real M.V.P. Thank you for an honest video!
Can you make a review on different whitening products like Crest 3D toothpaste 2 step system, SNOW, etc.?
Also, can you make a review on different electric toothbrushes including the SNOW one ? I notice too many positive reviews on some of these brands.
I would purchase through an affiliate link if you recommend a good toothbrush.
While I can't comment on any whitening agents. I can comment on an awesome toothbrush. I purchased a Diamondclean 9700, over 4 years ago and it still is performing like the day I purchased it. I picked mine up on black friday at Kohls, but after checking the price, they are the same now that I paid on sale then- besides the little bit I got back in Kohls cash. I drink sodas and don't eat much candy and my teeth are in great shape; even my dental hygienist says that my build up is much less than other patients that she sees. If you do pick one up, make sure you purchase the black plastic replacements(when you eventually need them). The white ones, from like Costco, really aren't the best, nor do they have a proper fit. Lest I forget, my wife and I share the same base and use it every day. We charge the device, maybe once a week, we only do that because we feel that it needs a charge, not because it dies. Good luck friend.
Will do. Toothbrushes is actually something I want to do and I already have the project in motion.
Where can I buy the gel. I have the trays but my dentist retired and the new one only sells the crest kit with the light.
I'm guessing these trays are very expensive to produce?
Thank you !! You are so nice !!! :))
Thank you ! =)
So do I need to go into my dentist's office to get the trays made? or can I just buy a kit from amazon? what do you recommend doctor thank you
This is my question too
Yes you need to go dentist get them made get the bleach there to.. Iv done it.. its amazing lasted years..
Yea. You need an excellent impression. Right now we do a digital scan and we accentuate the gum margin to really define it well.
Sir you got my subscribtion and respect!
Merci pour vous explications. Tout est claire maintenant.
At first, you said the solution stops working after 30 minutes and then later you said you recommend the patient wears it all night. Which doesn’t make sense if it stops working after 30 minutes, I had to read through several comments and responses until you clarified that the specific type of peroxide you use lasts for 10 hours approximately versus 30 minutes. I wish you had made that more clear in the video because that part definitely was confusing. .
Sorry about that, it can be confusing. When I said 30 minutes I called it hydrogen peroxide and when its longer acting its called Carbamide Peroxide.
I returned the product after one month, there wasn't any change in my teeth, therefore I feel that company provided FALSE information, just to sell the product to customers.
Which product are you referring to? Curious.
Hello Dr. i wanted to ask about the different between percentages of carbamide peroxide
Please can you just recommend the best carbamide peroxide bleaching gel material ; ie most effective.
Slow and safe, lower %
10%
As such i have, considering my age(58), reasonable good teeth, but they look bad( dark) I eat every day Blueberries and Blackcurrant, + drink coffee...there is a price to pay for the vitamins in the berries. Not sure a whitening would help much.
Should help.
Headed to my dentist tomorrow for a cleaning then later whitening I will ask for trays I had her 10 yrs ago do in office .ade my teeth sensitive and didnt last long..I am a coffee drinker.....grr.
I now live on former coffee finca land in thenGuatemala highlands many of my Guatemalam friemds own coffee I think they would stone me if I gave up coffee. I have given up cigarettes 40 yrs ago, sugar sodas 30 yrs ago, diet cola 10 yrs ago, sugar in my diet up and down for years but now almost all is Splenda, a year ago all breads, yada yada yada am an elder female watching my weight so you know the drill...if I give up coffee I might as well live on protein and water.....now someone is going to tell me to give up animal protein ., I just know it.
Stick with air and water. 😂 nothing else is safe 😫
Thanks for keeping it real 💯 👌 👏
I want to believe you, but literally every study I find says the light does have an influence on the whitening process. Maybe you were referring to old studies?
Show me your studies please. I have no reason for you to believe me or not, I am not selling you anything. What I am saying is fact. I don't know what is considered old to you but the studies are relevant because the gel and the light have not changed. This review study reviews 15 other studies with conflicting information and concludes no difference pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25298598/
When something works, you don't find this level of conflict. Furthermore, measuring the effectiveness immediately after the session creates an illusion of effectiveness because the teeth are dried and therefore whiter.
Custom trays overnight work best for the patient but help the dentist buy his solid gold house. extortionate pricing for the trays
So not true. Bleaching trays account for less than .05 % of my income or revenue. You can do anything you would like but there is no reason to make this claim if you know what it takes to do a bleaching tray. Staff, time, overhead, lab costs. Of course we make money from it but it’s far from effective use of time for me but it’s the best option and that’s why I recommend it. Also, it’s definitely not all the same.
Of course make the custom trays cause you make more money! Typical Dentist advice… there’s products out there that’s use the same products your custom trays use to whiten. Do your research people…
Yes. Do your research people and use common sense. Peroxide based gel is an irritation to the soft tissue/gums and can cause damage if in contact with gums for long periods. Additionally, higher concentrations of gel can also cause pulpal irritation and sensitivity. Using a low concentration gel, for a long period is the best and safest approach. This is a scientific fact. There is no denying that a custom fitted tray will get the best results. I really don't make a significant income from bleaching trays and its naive to think that this procedure supports a dental practice. For most dental practices, whitening procedures make up less than 1% of income and they hardly cover overhead. Thanks for the advice nevertheless. Best- MN
Do u need to follow curtain diey after whitening? I received carbomide peroxide 16% from my orthodonth, he said just to avoid coffee during 3 days of treatment. Is that enough to keep the result? How long and which diet to follow is this is needed?
Following a strict diet isn’t realistic in my opinion but coffee and tea lead to surface stain requiring more maintenance. Or you could wear your trays once every few months to maintain as needed.
What can a person expect to pay for the tray treatment?
After Smile Direct Club for straightening I now use Bright On for 4 days every 6 months to fantastic results. I use the light because it helps me reduce salivation during treatment. I'd say six months of a bright smile with straight teeth is well worth the low cost. You don't have to spend the big bucks for a nice smile 😁
That's not typical but I am happy for you.
Dr. I just finished invisolign. Can I use those last trays and buy the gel?
A good whitening tray forms a tight seal to protect the gums from irritation and keep the gel from getting diluted with saliva. Most patients using their retainer/aligners/invisalign get irritation so I don’t recommend that but some have managed to use it without a problem.
Thank you! Great info & just subscribed!
Thanks for the sub and comment!
I'm not supposed to take out my retainer after braces, can I use the gel in my retainer?
A good whitening tray forms a tight seal to protect the gums from irritation and keep the gel from getting diluted with saliva. Most patients using their retainer get irritation so I don’t recommend that but some have managed to use it without a problem.
I've been looking for this... thank you so much ♥️
No problem 😊
Great video. My dentist recommended kör, which I’m doing. He made my custom trays. What do you think of Kör?
I think its good. I like the design I do more but thats a great product too
can i just use my normal retainer and put the gel in it instead of getting a new tray?
A good whitening tray forms a tight seal to protect the gums from irritation and keep the gel from getting diluted with saliva. Most patients using their retainer get irritation so I don’t recommend that but some have managed to use it without a problem.
how about wearing over the counter whitening strips overnight?
The active ingredient in over the counter products is not active for more than ~30 minutes and if it was, it would irritate the gums since its not sealed.
Dang. I was unfortunately expecting a sale's pitch. And, yeah, the offering is there. But how wholesome and helpful this information was. Looks like the sparing practice of baking soda and peroxide is effective.
Thank you! Sorry to dissapoint!
@@BiomimeticDentistry Disappoint?
No sales pitch =) but I was just kidding.
Where can we get those trays over the counter? Or is it only achieved thru your denist
They are custom made, so either a dentist, lab, or someone who knows how to make them properly.