Carbamide Peroxide

Carbamide Peroxide is an oxidising agent and is the primary active ingredient or bleaching agent moslty used today in the professional dentist world as a teeth whitening gel, also been more commonly used in reduction of ear wax without painfull ear syringing The mix between carbamide peroxide and gel is normally in a range of 5 to 30%. It is essentially a variation of Hydrogen Peroxide and combined with the unique adherence properties of the specially formulated gel, it provides the chemical reaction required to safely whiten your teeth. Ensure you ask your dentist for more advice on this product if you are unsure The chemical formula of carbamide peroxide: CO(NH2)2·HOOH

How does it work?

During the whitening process, the active ingredient in the gel, Carbamide Peroxide, is broken down to a molecular level and oxygen enters the tooth enamel through tiny holes, similiar to the pours in your skin, (thats how the stains get there in the first place) The Carbamide Peroxide oxygen bubbles then bleach embedded discoloured substances (stains). The structure of the tooth is not changed; only the tooth enamel becomes a lighter and whiter shade. the whiteness is from Fillings, crowns, bridges and bondings, etc. are not affected.

The Clinical Pharmacology Classification of Carbamide Peroxide states that there are "No significant interactions", although some teeth sensitivity or minor gum irritation may be experienced, which normally subsides after completion of treatment.
Your teeth may be more sensative to hot and cold ect during this process, its best to use your carbamide peroxide gel and bleaching tray  before you sleep and use a good anti sensative teeth toothpaste

To be sure, allways check with your denist first to ensure your teeth and gums are healthy

UK Teeth whitening kits - containing 23% carbamide peroxide