Tooth Whitening Instructions

1. Clean teeth.  Thoroughly clean your teeth, using floss and and interdental cleaning aids as instructed.

2. Check trays.  Ensure they are dry and free of damage.

3. Place gel into the trays.  Place a small amount of gel (size of a lentil) per tooth, onto the front surface of the inside of the trays. Some trays have 'reservoirs' which help with gel placement.

4.  Dry Teeth.  Swallow saliva and suck air over teeth.

5. Place trays over teeth.  Ensure they are a snug fit.

6. Remove excess gel.  Brush or wipe away any gel that may escape from the tray.

7. Wear trays.  For the period of time as instructed by your dental professional. Normally overnight, or up to 2 hours during the day.

8. Keep teeth slightly apart.  If wearing during the day, avoid 'bouncing' on your trays as this may cause the whitening gel to be lost and saliva to be drawn in, reducing the effectiveness of the treatment.

9. Remove trays.  You may wish to rinse your mouth with water or mouthwash.

10. Clean trays.  Clean with a toothbrush under cold/luke warm water and leave to air dry.

11. Repeat.  As directed by your dental professional.

12. Sensitivity.  Tooth sensitivity is common occurrence when undergoing tooth whitening. Fortunately, for most people, this is only transitory and stops shortly after completing treatment. If you experience sensitivity, follow the steps below. If the sensitivity continues, follow * .

a.  Temporarily cease whitening.

b.  Place a small amount of desensitising toothpaste into your whitening tray and wear overnight.

c.  Repeat until the sensitivity subsides then continue whitening as normal.

13. Refrain.  Avoid eating and drinking whilst you are wearing your trays.

14. Review.  Your dental professional may arrange a review at the end of treatment.

15. Refresh.  Top up whitening is often required, on an infrequent basis, to maintain your white smile. Whitening your teeth for 2 days every 3 months is normally enough for most people.

Additional Information

• Allergies.  Allergic reactions to tooth whitening treatments are extremely rare. If you have a reaction, please follow * 

• Ulceration/Blistering. This can sometimes occur if excess gel is placed in the trays and not cleaned away from your gums. If this occurs, please follow * 

• Keep out of reach of children

*  Cease treatment immediately and contact your dental professional for further advice