Have you ever used a teeth whitening kit? Strips?

The answer to that question is most probably a “yes” and what does a dentist use for their teeth whitening treatment? The same teeth whitening product found in kits and strips. That ingredient being carbamide peroxide which helps with the whitening process.

Now, we have to note that the products sold for household users is one of a lower percentage. It can range anywhere from 6% all the way to 22%. So you buy a teeth whitening kit and want to whiten your teeth at home, you will receive the gels and teeth whitening LED light. That light activates the carbamide peroxide in order to bleach your tooth and remove stains all and give you back a natural white colour.

 

What is the difference between a dentist’s office or at an esthetician’s clinic for this treatment? 

Nothing except the price! It is exactly the same thing with a higher percentage of carbamide peroxide and the LED light is stronger. The results are immediate with one hour instead of 10 sessions of teeth whitening at home. However, the price comparison is significant and the results are identical at both of these treatment centers. The dentists will charge anywhere between 200$ to 500$ and the estheticians will charge anywhere between 100$ to 200$, almost half the price.

Furthermore, there is no danger to your teeth if the percentage of carbamide peroxide is higher. However, there can be some danger to your gums and you do not want to bleach that part. So what happens is that all estheticians and dentists use gum barriers, which is a gel applied to protect your gums from the teeth whitening gel. Very effective and very easy.

 

The verdict? 

Whether you do it at a dentist’s office or an esthetician’s clinic, they almost use all the same product but the price comparison is significant. That’s why at reimagine clinic in Laval we offer the same results at half the price, we even offer free consultations for your questions. Simply email or call us and we will gladly help you.