How To Use Teeth Whitening Trays

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Want to get your teeth white? Trays, particularly ones that are custom made to fit your teeth, are proven to be very effective. The recommended usage may vary slightly between brands, but the instructions are generally similar.

How do teeth whitening trays work?

A teeth whitening tray holds a peroxide gel against the teeth. Typically, there is a receptacle in each tooth for you to dispense the gel into, before slotting the tray in place. They are designed to be worn repeatedly over a set period of time for a radiant finish.

Option 1: Daytime wear

Considering using a tray for whitening teeth? Many brands recommend wearing trays throughout the day. Some products are only designed to be used for 30 - 60 minutes at a time, while others require a minimum wear time of four hours. Before inserting your trays, make sure you do the following:

• Brush your teeth with a high-quality toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste
• Floss to remove food and bacteria from between the teeth
• Dry your teeth - this ensures optimal gel adhesion

Then, follow the specific instructions set out in the user manual to ensure safe, vibrant results. Once you have removed your teeth whitening mouth tray, rinse your mouth thoroughly with lukewarm water, before gently brushing your teeth. Do not eat for at least 60 minutes to avoid staining your newly whitened smile.

Option 2: Nighttime wear

In comparison, other brands recommend wearing your trays while you sleep. For how long? To whiten teeth with trays overnight, the advised time is generally around eight hours. This method is recognised as being very effective. Before inserting your trays, make sure you do the following:

• Brush your teeth with a high-quality toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste
• Floss to remove food and bacteria from between the teeth
• Dry your teeth - this ensures optimal gel adhesion

Then, follow the specific instructions set out in the user manual to ensure safe, vibrant results. When you wake up in the morning, rinse your mouth thoroughly with lukewarm water, before gently brushing your teeth. Do not eat for at least 60 minutes to avoid staining your newly whitened smile.

Best teeth whitening trays

We have analysed the lists of leading healthcare professionals and respected brands to create the ultimate top five ranking of tooth whitening trays. After thorough research, these are your five best options:

1. Spotlight Oral Care Professional LED Teeth Whitening System
2. SmilePro Advanced Teeth Whitening Kit
3. Colgate Max White Ultimate At Home LED Teeth Whitening Kit
4. Opalescence Go Prefilled Teeth Whitening Trays
5. Icy Bear Whitening Kit

Please conduct your own research to ensure you are choosing the most suitable product for your teeth. To help you make this decision, we have ranked these top five brands according to the key factors patients consider when purchasing a teeth whitening tray.

Conclusion:

Yorkshire Dental Suite’s at-home kit stars custom-fit whitening trays, alongside prescription 16% carbamide peroxide gels, to safely and effectively brighten your smile. Book your consultation today to get started.