Question 1

is there a link between cancer and 10% carbamide peroxide(nightguard bleaching) ?as probably long-term side effects

Accepted Answer

No my knowledge: I am not aware of any link between the nightguard bleaching and cancer.

Question 2

how do i use carbamide peroxide & remineralization gel?

Accepted Answer

Bleach & desensitize: Carbamide peroxide breaks down to hydrogen peroxide and urea and it is the hp that bleaches, whitens and deco lorises the tooth when it breaks down to water and oxygen. This can leave teeth sensitive to hot and cold and remineralizing agents can seal the tiny pores in the tooth and root that were opened during bleaching and reduce sensitivity.

Question 3

how effective is 35 percent carbamide peroxide when used only for 40 minutes(2x20) in two consecutive visits to the dentist? i don't see much effect.

Accepted Answer

Individual variance: This varies from patient to patient depending upon the actual shade of the teeth, the materials used, and the method.  Personally, i prefer the take home whitening gel with custom trays. Doing that, you can continue to use the whitening trays for as long as necessary (for the same cost). Sometimes both methods are combined for better results. Discuss this with your own dentist.

Question 4

would 44% carbamide peroxide teeth whitener actually work?

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Yes: Absolutely but only under the supervision of your dentist.

Question 5

what is the % of carbamide peroxide needed for a teeth whitener?

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Depends: Some products have 10%, others 16% and still others 37% carbamide perioxide.

Question 6

toothache from using carbamide peroxide teeth whitening?

Accepted Answer

Consult dentists: You may have periodontal disease that has exposed the roots of teeth that are more sensitive than the crown.  Please consult your dentist for diagnosis and treatment asap to prevent tooth loss.

Question 7

is 22 % carbamide peroxide safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes: That would be abou the same as 7% hydrodgen peroxide which is a normal whitening concentration.  There are higher concentrations than that which are used all the time.

Question 8

can you use carbamide peroxide on cuts/burns?

Accepted Answer

Basics of Wound Care: The real question is what not to do that slows down healing. Avoid using alcohol, peroxide, hibiclens, betadine, and bleach solutions. Inflammation ( red, hot, swollen, tender) is important to healing  so anti-inflammatories (motrin, advil) are bad. Cover the area with a clean dressing changed every other day  and protected from trauma.  Antibiotics do not help healing unless it is truly infected.

Question 9

is it safe to use 22 or 35% carbamide peroxide?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is the same as hydrodgen peroxide which is a normal whitening chemical but it is about 1/3 the concentration. So you are talking about 7% and about 12%.

Question 10

does carbamide peroxide affect tooth enamel?

Accepted Answer

To some extent.: While it is true that teeth whitening by bleaching does work, it does not come without side effects. There are many reported incidents of increased tooth sensitivity after bleaching. Prolonged exposure to bleaching agents can damage tooth enamel. Ideally, bleaching should not be continued to a point where surface enamel is lost, and studies suggests carbide peroxide use should not exceed 7 days.

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