Whiten Teeth with Oral-B Teeth Whitening range - UK (2024)

FAQs

Does Oral-B actually whiten teeth? ›

Oral-B Pro-3D White Clinical Intensive Whitening toothpaste is clinically proven for whiter teeth in 1 day by removal of surface stains.

Yes. Research shows Whitestrips are effective for people who have stains from coffee, tea, and dark colas. If you continue to use staining substances such as coffee, tea, dark colas, or red wine, your teeth may begin to discolour sooner. Sometimes I see white spots on my teeth immediately after I remove a strip.

The whitening capabilities of Oral-B electric toothbrushes help deliver a brighter, more beautiful smile. Some models are equipped with a brush head specifically designed with a polishing cup to gently buff out stains for whiter teeth as soon as day one.

However, 10-15 shades lighter in color is only seen in a small percentage of patients. Most patients have an average result of 7-8 shades lighter when using Zoom® Whitening. The average whitening potency of Opalescence® Boost instead, is approximately four shades lighter.

There are many choices, when it comes to electric toothbrushes, but Oral-B is the first to have been accepted by the ADA. Dental professionals agree, 3D Cleaning Action technology safely and effectively removes plaque and helps to prevent and reduce gingivitis.

Unfortunately, whitening doesn't work for everyone. For instance, yellow discoloration can typically be improved with whitening. However, brown or gray-toned teeth may not respond well or at all to whitening. Whitening also won't work if the discoloration was caused by medications or an injury.

Oral-B® Gum Care and Enamel Restore

Stabilised stannous fluoride works to restore weakened enamel by re-mineralising it while the polyphosphate works to bind the teeth to create a protective layer to protect it from damage from acids in foods.

If you're after a brighter and more radiant smile but have sensitive teeth, Oral-B 3D White Advance Seal Strips are the best teeth-whitening strips for sensitive teeth. A key advantage of Oral-B 3D White Advance Strips is the fact that it is enamel-safe.

Yes, brushing teeth after using teeth whitening strips helps to remove any excess bleaching agent and reduce teeth sensitivity. It's essential to use a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste.

This is a common concern, but we can assure you that professional teeth whitening treatment won't make your teeth look unnaturally white. If you've seen people whose teeth look too white to be natural, you're probably seeing their veneers, not their real teeth.

Do you rinse your mouth after teeth whitening? ›

After Whitening:

Remove the tray and rinse off your teeth. Brush any remaining gel away. You may rinse with ACT fluoride rinse if desired to help with sensitivity.

Oral-B and Sonicare are two popular brands that make some of the best electric toothbrushes available today. Both brands are ADA-approved but differ in the shape of their brush heads.

Teeth can become temporarily dehydrated after using whitening strips. Your teeth may appear more yellow as a result of this dehydration because the enamel may become dry and lack moisture. Dehydrated enamel sometimes has a transparent appearance that makes the naturally yellowish dentin underneath visible.

After the treatment, it is natural for teeth' color to regress somewhat over time. This is normal and should be gradual, but it can be accelerated by exposing the teeth to various staining agents, such as coffee, tea, tobacco, red wine, colas, citrus drinks, fruits, etc.

Burns and Blisters. In rare cases, the bleaching agents used in teeth whitening can cause burns or blisters on your gums. This usually happens when the gel used is left on your teeth for too long or if it's not applied correctly.

Oral-B 3DWhite Advanced Express Whitening toothpaste comes with Oral-B whitening technology. It whitens by the removal of surface stains from the 1st brush, removes up to 100% of surface stains in 5 days and protects teeth from acids and future surface stains.

Switch to an electric toothbrush

Electric toothbrushes remove surface stains from teeth more effectively than manual toothbrushes. Oscillating electric toothbrushes are generally the best for teeth whitening compared to sonic-powered toothbrushes.

Whitening mouthwashes typically contain hydrogen peroxide, which is a bleaching agent that can help to remove surface stains from the teeth. However, it is important to note that the effectiveness of whitening mouthwash can vary depending on the severity of the staining or discoloration.

Colgate Optic White

It contains 2% hydrogen peroxide, an active ingredient known for its bleaching ability. This makes it highly effective at removing surface stains on teeth, resulting in brighter and whiter teeth.