Frequently Asked Questions

Of course, you are not wise in just taking home any old teeth bleaching product and applying it without knowing anything about the product or kit. Therefore, a few of the questions you hear asked most frequently are presented here.

How fast does Easy White Work?

It can start to work in as little time as a few hours. The claim is that it brightens up to five shades in five days and could take a maximum of a few weeks.

How is this product applied?

Unlike other solutions that require a paint-on pen or use of a strip, the Easy White system requires the immersion of the bottom and top layers of teeth into two separate whitening trays.

Is it safe to bleach teeth in this way?

The good news is that Easy White is safe to use. It has present in it a safe amount of peroxide, which will not cause any irritation as long as you do not make contact with your gums or other soft tissue.

When should this product be used?

If you notice that your regular brushing, flossing, or rinsing routines are not doing the trick then try Easy White. It helps eliminate stains that are caused by drinking too much coffee or soda, or stains caused by cigarette smoking or excess candy consumption, among other things.

Who can use this product?

It generally is for adults or teens. It is not recommended that small children use it, but if they do adult supervision is strongly encouraged.

What precautions should be taken while using it?

Be careful not to swallow this product. It is meant for external use only. Using the trays will prevent you from swallowing it in large quantities.

What happens if I swallow the solution?

If you notice any adverse reaction, you can get emergency medical help or call a poison control center. If nothing happens then you should be fine and the solution probably would just be expelled from your body. Just in case, be careful not to swallow it-which is highly unlikely as mentioned already.

Is there a free trial?

Yes, there is-or at least it is almost free. You can Try Easy White today! Only pay shipping and handling.

Idol White

Idol White  has come on the scene within the past couple of years. It has received quite a bit of consumer and media attention, so its advantages and disadvantage are worth mentioning.

Advantages

According to research, Idol White  works for people with tooth problems. It is milder than other over-the-counter bleaching and brightening products.

This product is very easy to apply. It only takes about 30 seconds a day, which is only a few seconds or so per tooth. It is known to product a brighter smile up to eight shades. All of this is done without even visiting a dentist.

On the other hand, if you have any question about any product you should ask your dentist. This qualified professional can clue you in on the nature of home remedies. If your dentist is a person of integrity, he or she will have your best interest at heart.

Furthermore, this product is more inexpensive than some other expensive regimens. Therefore, you can use it during the intensive two-week treatment prescribed. You can also then use it other times.

Of all the various methods of brightening your smile, this one is likely to be the simplest to use for you. All you need to do is prepare by brushing and flossing. Then, you use the pen applicator to dispense the gel. This is done according to the instructions, which would be to apply it twice a day for up to two weeks.

Disadvantages

The only disadvantage as far as I could tell is the fact that it may take longer than dentist applications. You have to apply it twice a day for am maximum of two weeks for it to work for you. However, you are awarded just as satisfactory results for a fraction of the cost even if it takes 14 days rather than maybe one or two hours.

Order and Trial Info

The beauty of trying out a sample is that it gives you an idea of how it would work for you before you purchase it. This gives you confidence in using it before you make a major commitment to purchasing it long term.

Therefore, if you want to Experience Idol White for yourself, order now for only price of shipping and handling . The expectation according to the advertiser is that you should get “results that rival those of advanced clinical dental whitening procedures.” However, even if you do not you can always return it.

• Sometimes one problem that occurs is chemical burns. This often occurs with use of gel solutions. This often occurs when the oxidized solution makes contact with unprotected flesh, such as the gums.
• Tooth sensitivity and mild irritation is a more common occurrence. In the more severe cases, a sharp pain might be experienced, usually taking place in the front of the mouth.
• Another problem associated with a brightening or bleaching procedure is “Technicolor” teeth. This is when restorative tooth materials remain affected and the teeth around them are lightened. Often crowns and fillings made of porcelain, or ceramics are examples of materials not affected. These often need to be replaced after wards.
• The sensitivity factor is often worse for children under 16. The pulp chamber nerve is enlarged until this age, so it is not recommended that minors-if they are allowed to use-be supervised. Either that or it is better if they do not use these at all.
• Dehydration is also another common side effect that occurs. This usually is an aftermath of laser procedures. It might also be a problem with using certain brightening or bleaching formulas. However, once you take action to re-hydrate your teeth the problem should be solved.
• Certain home treatments can also reduce tooth enamel. However, documented studies have shown that the amount by which it is reduced is very insignificant. Therefore, there should be no worry regarding this.

Benefits of this Procedure

On the more positive side, oral bleaching has some benefits. Sometimes the teeth are whitened up to 10 times brighter, and with the right solution, the result lasts for months.

Furthermore, this procedure can help you achieve a porcelain-like smile. This along with other restorative measures would make you look like a celebrity.

This outcome can help you feel more confident about yourself in the real world. You might be more inclined to accept dates and you may even land a new job with your new pearly whites.

Where to Find Info

If you have any questions or concerns about teeth whitening side effects and risks, you can contact a health professional. Do not forget to ask about all your options, which fall under three categories: in house (dental office), prescribed take-home kits, and over-the-counter solutions.

You will be presented with various solutions and/or equipment used for this purpose. Some of these are used at home while others are used only under supervision of a dental professional.

Gel application-This usually involves the use of a brush or other applicator. It is used to apply solution to each tooth.

Bleaching tray-This is a piece of equipment that shapes around your jaw. Your teeth are immersed into it to help improve lighten the shade of them all at once. Usually this tray is filled with a gel solution.

Syringe-this might be used in conjunction with whitening trays to help apply product. It is usually filled with a gel solution.

Bleaching kit-This usually comes with a variety of tools and equipment used to brighten and clean your mouth. For instance, it may consist of a toothbrush, dental mirror, applicator brushes, bleaching gel, and additional items.

Laser tool-This is a piece of equipment that is usually only used in a medical dental office. However, similar models are even sold privately for use at home. It probably is better to let a dentist perform this solution for you.

Portable whiteners-Sometimes these are available in a small tube the size of a mascara container and are applied with a brush. This allows users to take it on the go and it can be applied within minutes.

Strips-These are often used to apply product to teeth groups at a time. They stick on for the recommended amount of time and then are removed.

Paint-on solutions-These are similar to the brush solutions. It is the same idea and involves the use of a liquid or gel.

Risks and Rewards

The lower-concentrated treatments are less likely to cause irritation. They may take longer to produce desired results, though.

The highest-concentrated solutions are used in a dental office. These produce faster results but might result in more irritation, and might also cause dehydration.

Certain procedures used to whiten teeth might also result in leakage. This often is a result of the solution clashing with a restoration procedure you may have used.

Care: Before and After

Before undergoing any brightening procedure, you are advised to clean your mouth thoroughly. This includes brushing and flossing before use of a bleaching product.

Afterwards, you should brush your teeth at least twice a day-at least once in the morning and once before bed. Furthermore, it is best if you reduce or eliminate substances such as tobacco, coffee, dark sodas, and candy.

This is a list of the common risks associated with this procedure:

• Gum irritation is a common annoyance associated with attempts to brighten teeth. This is often is a reaction to the bleaching agent (usually peroxide) or from direct contact with bleaching trays.
• Sometimes an occurrence often referred to as “Technicolor teeth,” which often results in dental crowns, bonding, restorations, or veneers remaining unaffected. This takes place as surrounding teeth are bleached a brighter shade.
• Pain or sensitivity often occurs after people receive oral brightening procedures. For instance, sometimes a sharp pain will shoot down from the middle of the front of the teeth. This risk is increased in people with recessed gums, cracks and breakage, or restoration leakage.

Tips to Reduce Risk

The good news is you can find a way to reduce tooth whitening risk. This involves being careful as you apply the solution that you use. For instance, keep in mind the following tips:

• If you are using the trays, do not use them for longer than recommended. This will reduce risk of soreness or irritation as well as other problems.
• If you use toothpaste designed for people with sensitive teeth that can help tremendously. These usually contain potassium nitrate, which helps relieve nerve endings.
• Sometimes a product with a high fluoride concentration is helpful. Although, you should consider this option with caution as it can lead to discoloration again.

Additional Tips

After you undergo a bleaching or whitening procedure, remember to remain dedicated to regular maintenance. The most important aspect of self-care is to make sure you brush your teeth on a regular basis.

Furthermore, make a concerted effort to reduce or eliminate the cause of the stain, or it will reappear. Tobacco and coffee are two of the biggest contenders, but you also should be careful about eating too much candy.

Furthermore, reduce or eliminate consumption of dark-colored sodas. If you do drink them, use a straw. Furthermore, reduce or eliminate consumption of alcohol, such as wine.

Types of Bleaching and Brightening

Some oral procedures used for this purpose are applied in a dental office. These are of the strongest concentration and often produce quicker outcomes.

However, some people prefer the convenience of the prescribed or over-the-counter treatments used at home. Usually the working ingredient of most teeth whitening procedures is carbamide or hydrogen peroxide.

Dental Office Whitening-Usually the advantage of this is a significant color change in a short amount of time. This procedure uses a high-concentration gel that contains peroxide (usually from 9 to 40% hydrogen peroxide). Usually a dentist applies this procedure right in his or her office.

The process: Usually this solution is painted on with the use of a brush or rubber dam. It is left on for 15 to 20 minute intervals for up to an hour. Anyone who struggles with particularly tough stains may come in for an additional bleaching. Either that or they might use an at-home system.

Prescribed take-home kits- This is usually administered by a dentist but is applied at home by a user. This is a process, which takes place over a longer period and requires the regular application of a less concentrated form of gel.

The process: The solution is applied using bleaching trays that conform to the shape of the jaw. This procedure is repeated according to the length of days specified.

Over-the-counter products-The concentration of home solutions sold this way are available without a prescription. They are usually less potent (contain approximately 15% to 22% carbamide peroxide which is less than half the strength of certain hydrogen peroxide solutions) than the professional products.

Aftercare

No matter what product you have used to brighten your teeth a certain amount of maintenance is needed afterwards. One of the major changes you need to make is to refrain from dark-colored foods and drink for at least a week, and then use them sparingly thereafter.

If you do drink, darker beverages later on make sure you use a straw. This will help you avoid direct contact with your teeth, as the liquid will then reach the back of your mouth.

Always make sure you brush and floss after every meal as well. Do the same before bedtime, too. If you have any question about oral hygiene products that you should use consult your dentist.

Also, remember not to use a veneer, bonding, or other treatment procedures until two weeks later. This will help ensure that your procedures will hold up. Otherwise, they may not take very well.

Similarly, you probably will need to replace any teeth-colored restorations after whitening. This will ensure prevention of what is commonly called the “Technicolor” effect.

Definitions

A simple way to understand whitening vs. bleaching is to view simple descriptions of each. For instance, look at the following definitions:

Whitening-This is the process of lightening that involves the use of materials and procedures to remove dirt and stains from teeth. For instance, brushing the teeth, flossing, or using mouthwash might be useful for these purposes.

Bleaching-This is the FDA approved definition of what it means to make teeth a whiter shade. Usually products like this contain hydrogen or carbamide peroxide, and the results of this procedure vary from person to person.

Outcome

Procedures used to brighten your smile result in a variety of outcomes. Often the goal of most whitening or bleaching procedures is to achieve a porcelain-like smile. This serves a very important purpose, in that it helps people feel better about them selves.

This usually occurs as a product works on each tooth to restore the enamel-like finish naturally present on the teeth. This enamel serves a very important purpose-protection from the affects of sugar as well as abrasion from chewing, gnashing, trauma, and acid.

Other Usage

Products used by people to achieve a brighter smile also help remove different types of stains. Two main categories of them include intrinsic and extrinsic stains.

Intrinsic stains are those that appear on the inside of the teeth. Oftentimes these occur because of aging, trauma, or exposure to minerals. It also could be the result of excess fluoride use.

Extrinsic stains are the types that show upon on the surface of teeth. This often is a consequence of drinking too many dark beverages, consuming too much tobacco, and excess wear and tear.

Certain products also help remove stains that develop for other reasons, such as those that come with age. These often are characterized by their yellow to brown color.

Additional uses include the correction of problems resulting from consumption of the following foods and drinks (although very healthy): oranges, carrots, red wine, tea, and cola. This as well as the use of vinegar sometimes leads to enamel erosion.

Additional Facts

It may interest you to know that everyone has a natural tooth color resulting from birth. It ranges from yellow-brown, to greenish-gray. Usually the yellow-brown teeth are more susceptible to bleaching procedures than the green-gray type.