The Influence of Chemical Activation on Tooth Bleaching Using 10% Carbamide Peroxide

Bleaching primary teeth with 10% carbamide peroxide.

Bleaching teeth with 10% carbamide peroxide in a custom-fitted tray has been popular for more than 10 years. However, primary teeth are seldom considered for bleaching due to the need for compliance by the child and the natural whiteness of the primary teeth. This report describes an indication-teeth darkened from trauma-as well as the technique and outcome for bleaching discolored primary teeth.

Hydrogen (carbamide, Zinc) Peroxide in Tooth Bleaching / Whitening Products

Clinical trial of three 10% carbamide peroxide bleaching products.

BACKGROUND A profusion of commercial bleaching systems exists on the market today, but there are few clinical comparisons of these systems. METHODS In this study, three different commercial 10% carbamide peroxide bleaching systems were used by 24 patients in an overnight protocol for two weeks. Each patient used two of the bleaching products simultaneously in a side-by-side comparison. RESU...

The effect of a 10% carbamide peroxide home bleaching system on the gingival health.

Esthetics plays an important role in dentistry today. Because of an increased emphasis on beauty and health, cosmetic dentistry has been the thrust to the forefront of many practices. Many health products are used for bleaching teeth, but all side effects are not known. Tooth sensitivity and gingival irritation are the most common side effects, but they are typically mild and transient in natur...

Cytotoxicity of carbamide peroxide bleaching gel on L929 cells

Methods: Three concentrations of carbamide peroxide (10%, 16%, and 22%) used in home bleaching techniques were evaluated regarding their cytotoxic effect on gingival tissues. The materials were divided into three groups as follows: Group C10 (White Gold Home 10%, Dentsply), Group C16 (White Gold Home 16%, Dentsply, and Group C22 (Nite White 22%, ACP Discus Dental). The cytotoxicity essay was ca...