Teeth Whitening Trays
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Teeth Whitening Trays for a Brighter Smile at Home
Remove stains and brighten up your smile with CVS Pharmacy's range of convenient teeth whitening trays. These simple-to-use products help you achieve results similar to professional teeth whitening trays in the comfort of your own home.
How Long Do Teeth Whitening Trays Last?
The design of teeth whitening trays helps ensure maximum contact between your teeth and gentle bleaching agents that brighten stains. As such, these products are generally the most effective way to whiten your smile at home. Results may also last longer than other brightening treatments.
Depending on your oral hygiene and diet, your teeth should continue to look dazzling for several weeks to months. You can also try a few simple lifestyle changes to help maintain your white teeth for longer, such as:
Brushing with whitening toothpaste
Avoiding coffee, tea, wine and other intensely-colored drinks
Rinsing with water or mouthwash after meals
Can You Sleep With Teeth Whitening Trays in Your Mouth?
Teeth whitening trays are typically meant to be left in your mouth for 2 to 4 hours at most, but some products are suitable for overnight use. It's best to check the manufacturer's directions, as the concentration of whitening agents in the product will likely dictate treatment duration. Only consider overnight use if a shorter contact duration doesn't cause you to experience tooth sensitivity.
Mild dental sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures or sweet foods is common after whitening and is usually harmless. If it doesn't dissipate after a few days, it may indicate a cavity or another issue that requires diagnosis by your dentist. You can help reduce the sensation with sensitive toothpaste or toothache pain relievers while waiting for your dental checkup.
How to Use Teeth Whitening Trays
The best teeth whitening trays, such as the CVS Health Platinum or Smile Direct Club premium whitening kits, typically feature a bleaching solution and a dental tray. Some also include an LED light that helps activate the whitening agents to accelerate the brightening process.
To use these kits, brush and floss your teeth first to create a clean base for the whitener. Dispense a drop of whitening solution into each tooth section of the trays as directed on the package, then place the trays on your top and bottom arches. Wipe away any excess whitener that leaks out, as this helps prevent gum irritation.
After whitening for the recommended duration, remove the product and rinse your mouth with water before brushing to complete the process. If the trays are reusable, clean them with a Q-tip and water before storing them.