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A member asked:

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

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Dr. Travis Kidner answered

Specializes in Surgical Oncology

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

Answered 9/29/2014

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