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Frequently Asked Questions.
What
is teeth whitening ?
It
is a professional treatment that gets your teeth whiter. The
product is called dental bleach and the active ingredient
is carbamide peroxide or hydrogen peroxide.
Please
also see our how
it works page.
How
does the at home teeth whitening procedure work ?
You will make an impression
of your teeth at home with our easy to use instant mouldable
Happy Smile bleaching trays. You will then apply whitening
gel inside the dental tray and place it over your teeth. You
wear the teeth whitening trays for 30 minutes per day for
14 days. Most people will see fast results after only a few
hours of bleaching time.
To get started simply purchase a pack of teeth whitening
gels for a full course and a set of Happy Smile mouth trays,
it is that easy to get started, full instructions with our
FREE dental help line will be enclosed. Our dental supply
company will always be here to offer you all the help &
advice you need and with Happy Smile our lines are open 9am-11pm
7 days a week.
We supply gel with trays or you can simply purchase the brand
of gel you want and purchase mouth trays as a seperate item.
The most popular gel strength is 16% or 22% carbamide peroxide.
Hydrogen is also very popular as it works faster and is more
rapid.
See our online secure dental shop :
https://www.happysmileuk.com/netshop.html
What
are the benefits from teeth whitening?
Once you
whiten your teeth you will be taking off years of dental staining
due to the staining effect from daily consumption of food,
drink or smoking. Most people who use professional whitening
products feel more confident and will get that feel good factor.
How
white are teeth when using a professional dental peroxide
product?
You can
experience upto 10+ shades lighter. It is a gradual process
over 14 days. You can finish the course earlier if you have
the level of whitening you desire.
How
to use the product ?
You apply a small dose of gel into the trays and wear them
for 30 min's each day for 14 days.
What should I do during treatment
?
Only use
the product for 30 min's. Always read the enclosed instructions.
What is the difference between carbamide
and hydrogen peroxide?
Carbamide
is a by-product of hydrogen. It is a weaker form of hydrogen.
When you use carbamide in your dental trays, the gel is activated
and a chemical reaction will occur and carbamide will then
breakdown into hydrogen peroxide.
How much hydrogen peroxide is in carbamide
peroxide gel?
This is the formula. (Simply divide
Carbamide Peroxide Percentage by 3.)
What is the advantage of using hydrogen
peroxide gel compared to using carbamide peroxide?
Hydrogen peroxide is more rapid and seems
to work a little more faster than carbamide.
What
gel strength should I purchase?
10% carbamide
peroxide is ideal if you are looking for a very slow acting
whitening treatment that is very gentle.
16% carbamide
peroxide is a "mid strength gel" stronger
than the 10%
carbamide peroxide and weaker than
the 22%
carbamide peroxide.
22% carbamide
peroxide is ideal if your use to 16% carbamide
peroxide and need more faster acting
results with shorter wear time.
9.5% Hydrogen
peroxide is great for very short wear times as you can use
this for just 15mins.
Is
teeth whitening safe ?
Yes. HappySmile
only supply safe and trusted approved brands.
What happens if I get gel on my gums?
If you
get any gel on your gums then simply remove it with a damp
cotton bud or small damp cloth.
What
about side affects ?
Minor temporary sensitivity can happen but this can be prevented
by using Sensodyne toothpaste during treatment.
Is
it safe to use on all fillings, veneers, crowns and bridges
?
Yes. You
can even use dental bleach with gold crowns. Do remember that
dental bleach will not whiten fillings, crowns, bridges or
veneers as it will only whiten natural teeth.
I
am new to teeth whitening what should I use ?
Usually
most people start with 16% or 22% carbamide peroxide strength.
What
whitening system should I purchase from HappySmileUK to get
started?
Simply purchase a complete system pack that come with our trays and full dental instructions. You get enough gel for your full 14 day treatment plus some left over for a top up treatment.
Is
there anything I can do to make the whitening more effective?
Yes. Simply
pat the teeth dry with a tissue prior to bleaching.
What
if I swallow the gel?
The gel will not harm you in the quantities swallowed. We
do not recommend sleeping with trays in your mouth.
Should
I brush teeth before use?
Do not brush your teeth immediately before whitening.
How
should I store my teeth whitening gels?
Teeth
whitening gels should be refrigerated or stored in a cool
environment. (Gel should be at room temperature before use).
Be careful of heat producing items such as lights that will
increase the temperature of the gel. The shelf life of gel
will be extended if it is kept cool, below 50º F.
How
much gel should I use in the trays?
Simply use enough gel so that it whitens your teeth and apply
to the inside of the mouth trays.
How do I make my HappySmile teeth whitening home trays?
Step-by-step guide click here
How
long will teeth whitening gels last before they expire?
The teeth whitening gels we supply have a long shelf-life
of about eighteen months if kept cool. Is
teeth whitening permanent?
Yes! Whitening your teeth by this method is permanent. However,
depending on the amount of coffee, tea, wine and other stain
causing food you consume re-staining may occur. You may wish
to have a touch up every 6- 12 months.
How
long does the whitening process take?
30 min's wear time for 14 days using carbamide peroxide.
Is
teeth whitening suitable for everyone?
Dental bleaching is not ideal if your pregnant or a nursing
mother.
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