Initial Whitening Session
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Express a small amount of whitening gel into each tray and place into the mouth.
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Wipe out any excess immediately off of the gums.
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For best results, use for a consecutive 7‑10 days until desired shade is achieved.
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Once your desired shade is achieved, it is best to wait 6 months before whitening again.
Timing
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If this is your first time using whitening gel, start with 1 hour (regardless of percentage) to test for sensitivity tolerance.
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Opalescence 10%: 4-6 hours or overnight
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Opalescence 15%: 2-4 hours
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Opalescence 20%: 1-2 hours
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Opalescence 35%: 30 minutes
Touch Up Sessions
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Same directions as your initial session however your desired shade can be accomplished in 1‑3 days. Once your desired shade is achieved, it is best to wait 6 months before whitening again.
Sensitivity
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If sensitivity occurs: place sensodyne into clean trays following whitening procedure and leave in for 15 minutes. You may do this following each whitening session.
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If you are having significant sensitivity, stop using and contact us.
Cleaning Whitening Trays
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Brush ONLY with the appliance toothbrush provided during the visit, using soap and water.
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NO OTHER CLEANING PRODUCTS OR TOOTHPASTE.
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Must be completely dried before closing lid on case for storage.
