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Frequently Asked Questions

Cosmetic Dentistry

Date Posted: 1/1/2002

Question
What is home bleaching?

Answer
Home bleaching involves wearing very thin, transparent plastic trays molded to your teeth, which are used to hold a bleaching agent in contact with the tooth surface. They are normally worn for approximately ten days.

The active agent in the bleach is usually carbamide peroxide. This is a chemical that quickly breaks down to hydrogen peroxide, which is the chemical that lightens the teeth.



More questions in this category:

What is Cosmetic Dentistry?
What are the latest developments in cosmetic dentistry?
Who does cosmetic dentistry?
What is the best way to whiten the teeth?
What is home bleaching?
How effective is home bleaching in whitening the teeth?
Is home bleaching safe?
How long does the bleaching last?
Are whitening toothpastes very effective?
Which dentist can bleach my teeth?


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