Carbamide Peroxide Teeth Whitening Agent

Carbamide peroxide teeth whitening agent is aused in teeth whitening products dispensed
chemical having peroxide bonding with urea and isover-the-counter including teeth whitening kits.
found in many teeth whitening preparations in theA strong Oxidizing Agent:
form of gel, powder or liquid. Carbamide gel isHydrogen peroxide is a strong substance and due
highly effective in whitening the teeth and henceto this reason only it is available in strength of 3%
is preferred by people in comparison to other gelfor general use. This fact reflects the strength
preparations.and potential of peroxide compounds. It means
The stains on teeth can be caused by number ofhandling these compounds can be dangerous if
stain causing items like strong liquids, smoke etc.they are not properly diluted.
The teeth whitening action of Carbamide peroxideConsidering this Carbamide peroxide products are
is very fast the result is visible just after 5available in different strengths ranging from 10 %
applications and is of almost permanent nature.to 15 %. The concentration less than 10 % is not
The stains may reoccur if strong liquids are takeneffective. There are other concentrations of
or smoking is done. These stains can be easilyCarbamide peroxide ranging from 22 % to 35 %,
removed again by use of Carbamide peroxide.which require lot of care in use and are dispensed
Teeth Whitening Products:or used at dentist-in-office clinics considering the
There are plenty of chemical based productssafety aspects in their use by persons.
available in the market with exclusive function ofSafety Considerations:
teeth whitening. Carbamide peroxide is similar toAlthough strong concentration of Carbamide
very commonly used hydrogen peroxide used forperoxide offers fast and astounding results, but
number of actions like cleansing of wounds, earsthe same is not free from high risks associated
for doing gargle or cleaning of teeth.  Resultswith its use while whitening the teeth. These
obtained with Carbamide peroxide are marvelous.besides bleaching enamel do the stripping off
Carbamide peroxide present in teeth whiteningenamel because of unchecked extensive use.
gels is an oxidizing agent. It also finds use in dentalWith the enamel getting stripped it is no more
procedures to cause bleaching of teeth bypossible to get bright exclusive white smiles. Now
oxidizing the stains, which can be easily removedthe teeth shall look yellowish, brownish and lacking
and then washed away.the luster.
The Carbamide peroxide gel has a very fastThese higher concentrations pose a risk of
action and the results are visible in a matter ofirritated gums, inside of lips and soft tissues of
just 5 minutes only. Once whitening has beenmouth due to excess solution present in the
produced with Carbamide peroxide it is retainedmouth. The dentist gives a warning of the
for months.possibility and advises to report any such reaction
Carbamide peroxide is produced by action offor further corrective advice.
hydrogen peroxide on urea. The mode of actionUse of Carbamide peroxide has been proved as
of Carbamide peroxide is due to release ofsafe by a number of studies of long duration
oxygen, when it comes in contact with water onconducted to observe the safety factor and has
the teeth surface. Thus oxidation action sets inbeen reported safe even in persons with weak
process causing bleaching of the teeth enamel inteeth and gums. Persons having sensitive gums
the process the stains and the discoloration getsmay encounter a slight discomfort, which is short
removed.term and one can tolerate.
Carbamide peroxide is highly effective substanceThough products based on Carbamide peroxide
used to get rid of tooth discoloration and isoffer a quick and easy way to whiten your teeth,
preferably used by dentists for getting the teethnothing can beat prevention which can be done by
cleaned to cause whitening effect. It is commonlysimply cleaning your teeth as much as possible.