What makes a tooth whitener work?
The two key variables in whitening are concentration and contact time. Concentration: The higher the concentration of peroxide, the greater the whitening. The highest level allowable over the counter is around 6% hydrogen peroxide. Dentist administered techniques can use higher concentrations (up to 12%) but must be applied correctly and the contact time should be limited to guard against the possibility of damage to the tooth. GoSMILE’s proprietary ampoule technology allows for a pure and potent form of hydrogen peroxide for optimal efficacy Contact time: This is the amount of time the whitening solution is on the tooth. The more contact time, the greater the whitening. However increased contact time also increases the risk of sensitivity. GoSMILE’s whitening system stays on teeth for optimal result as long as you make sure not to rinse, drink or eat for 20 minutes after use. Never use at-home whitening trays for maintenance because the carbamide peroxide gel is too strong for frequen