at-home tooth bleaching

at-home tooth bleaching

The lightening or whitening of discolored teeth, using a bleaching gel. Carbamide peroxide and hydrogen peroxide are common bleaching agents used for this purpose in concentrations ranging from 3% to 25%. Treatment must be carefully monitored to avoid overbleaching and damage to surrounding soft tissue.

CAUTION!

Bleaching agents must not be placed on exposed root surfaces or soft tissue.
See also: tooth bleaching