Pencil for teeth whitening - a dummy or real help?

Pencil for teeth whitening is one of the newest tools in the field of dentistry and enjoys great success among modern youth and older people.

Teeth whitening pencil is a tube of elongated shape, similar to the shape of a pencil or pen, where the name came from.

Due to its convenient shape and small size, such an oral care product has enough adherents among women and men.

Thanks to modern technology and design tricks, such pencils can be produced in larger or smaller volume, different in size and shape, which makes this bleaching agent even more convenient when used in everyday life.

When and to whom should I use such rods?

Indication for the use of such pencils is the desire to have a snow-white smile, worthy of praise.

In most cases, the pencil will be effective as an auxiliary care for the oral cavity after professional cleaning and bleaching procedures, and ease of use can only please.

Another advantage of the bleaching agent in the tube is the availability of a minimum of contraindications during use.

One of the most significant - damage to tooth enamel, and therefore, the presence of sensitivity of the teeth in humans, that is, before applying directly to the teeth on the teeth, it is necessary to undergo examination of the oral cavity by a specialist in the dental clinic.

To a number of contraindications can be attributed and personal intolerance of components that are in the gel, which is extremely rare, and therefore does not play a significant role.

It must be remembered that the use of a whitening pencil is not recommended for children and adolescents under 18, since this age refers to the period of formation of the facial jaw apparatus, teeth, and bite. Pregnant women are also not recommended to use this medication.

How it works

By means of a whitening agent in the form of a gel placed in the middle of a tube containing hydrogen peroxide( its part in the bleaching agent is only 12% or less), a snow-white smile can now be for everyone.

The remaining components serve to prevent gum disease, refresh the oral cavity.

Also in the composition, instead of hydrogen peroxide, other substances with a whitening effect, for example carbamide peroxide, may also be included. Gels with its content have a more sparing effect on the enamel of the teeth, due to the large amount of urea in the total amount of the drug.

When applied, the peroxide lends itself to a chemical reaction, which leads to its disintegration, and the resulting oxygen saturates the tooth enamel.

It is worthwhile to understand the fact that the higher the content of hydrogen peroxide in the gel, the more obvious the result, but the higher the probability of injuring the dental coating, respectively.

Rules for using

In order to make the use of a tooth whitening stencil more effective, it is necessary to adhere to a number of rules for its use.

Before applying the product it is necessary: ​​

1. Rinse your mouth with water to get rid of excess food that could remain in your mouth.
2. Dry the surface of the teeth with a tissue.
3. After taking a pencil, turn or push the dispenser in such a way that a small amount of bleaching agent has appeared on the surface.
4. Apply gel to the enamel of those teeth that need to be bleached. The gel will be slightly foamed and leaky due to the natural reaction of hydrogen peroxide with oxygen.
5. Without closing the lips, the product must be kept on the teeth for the time prescribed by the instructions for bleaching. Waiting can be delayed up to 10 minutes, depending on the manufacturer.
6. Wipe your teeth with a tissue, removing excess gel and reaction products in this way, and then rinse your mouth.

Whitening gel should be applied to the teeth in the morning and evening, in order to give the necessary time for the procedure.

The course of bleaching is not more than two weeks, the duration of use depends on the firm that produces the product. It is not recommended to apply this product more often and for longer. Efficiency or dangerous consequences?

Pencil is effective if you adhere to all the recommendations given in the instructions.

If you do not adhere to the conditions for use, you can expect such negative consequences:

1. Appearance of excessive tooth sensitivity .This feeling will accompany the bleaching procedure all the time, but it's worth worrying when this feeling starts to gain a painful character. In this case, you must stop using the pencil.
2. Damage to the enamel, and then its destruction .Before using any bleaching agents, you should consult your dentist. Perhaps the substances contained in the whitening agents will have a very negative effect on the already worsened condition of the teeth.
3. The discolouration of the enamel. Most manufacturers do not mention in their instructions that in order to obtain tangible results, teeth whitening with pencil must be performed together with other procedures and applying the necessary means, otherwise it is very difficult to notice the result, after a short amount of time.

Safety in your hands and. .. teeth

Speaking about safety, it is worth noting that the gel can not be swallowed when used. If a part of it gets to the inside of the tooth, where it can come into contact with the tongue, you just need to remove its excess with a clean cloth and rinse the mouth well after the procedure.

Otherwise, the drug belongs to medium-quality drugs, since there is a possibility of enamel damage in people who want to get visible results in a few days.

Features of the most common pencils

In the European market there are a variety of pencils for teeth whitening, the most common are Bright White, Teeth whitening pen, Luxury White.

Bright White is what started it all

Bright White Bright White Brighton Pencil is packed in a bright, designed by the designers, a box of blue and white that immediately attracts attention. It looks like a simple felt pen or a handle of a thickened shape. The following characteristics can be attributed to the features in use:

• when applying gel to the tooth surface, it is necessary to withstand about 10 minutes, which is quite a long procedure in comparison with similar means;
• there is a high probability of increasing the sensitivity of the teeth;
• after the end of use, the result remains throughout the year, but it must be kept away from the dyes that can change the color of the enamel( cigarettes, caffeinated foods, wine).

Teeth whitening pen - American quality

Teeth whitening pen is a product made in the United States of America. The characteristics of this tool include:

• gel contained in the tube-handle is quite thick, which makes it easier to apply;
• there is no need to flush or wipe the gel after its application;
• is used only as an auxiliary after professional exposure to teeth whitening agents;
• product can be used daily for a long time, which will ensure the maintenance of a good whitening effect for a long time;
• promotes saturation of tooth enamel with minerals.

Luxury White - professionals work

Whitening pencil for teeth and tooth enamel Luxury White belongs to the number of professional. Its features include:

• gel sparing effect on the enamel, not allowing it to break down;
• contains a small amount of urea, which positively affects the gums and teeth;
• when used, the product simply evaporates, which does not require additional tooth treatment;
• after two weeks of using the product, you need to take a break.

The price of pencils can vary quite significantly:

• Bright White - 390-720 rubles;
• Teeth Whitening Pen - 650-1300 rubles;
• Luxury white - 1000-1800 rubles.

The whole truth in the reviews of

Customers' reviews about the most popular tooth whitening pencils - Luxury White, Teeth whitening pen and Bright White.

And here is not such an unequivocal opinion:

Whiteness of teeth has always attracted attention. Pencils for teeth whitening are quite good and useful tool if you adhere to all the recommendations for their use.

Compactness, interesting design and ease of use attracts more and more people who want to purchase this product, as the snow-white smile always personified health and beauty.