LED teeth whitening is a new and impressive way to achieve brighter teeth. It uses LED lights to activate the whitening solution, resulting in whiter teeth in a shorter amount of time. Moreover, it is safe, fast, and convenient – perfect for those who want quick and visible results. So let us dive straight into the working and safety of LED teeth whitening treatments. 

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Before we understand how it works, let us learn a bit about how to use the LED teeth whitening light. 

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The teeth are first coated with a special gel or serum that is formulated to whiten your smile. 

The blue or indigo light from an LED device will then activate the bleaching agent and make it work faster, removing stains from your tooth. The whitening agents present in these gels or serums are usually hydrogen or carbamide peroxide. 

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The whitening treatment usually lasts for about 10 to 30 minutes, and the time limit specified on the LED teeth whitening kit must not be exceeded. 

LED lights whiten your teeth through their photochemical impact on the tooth surface. On application, the light energy activates the hydrogen peroxide in the teeth-whitening serum and speeds up the bleaching process. 

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Irrespective of the cause of yellow teeth, it is an effective treatment for enhancing any smile. However, please note that this whitening treatment does not work on crowns and other types of artificial teeth or restorations

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Difference between our clinic and at-home LED teeth whitening

LED teeth whitening is available in two different settings: in the dentist's surgery and at home. 

In our clinic  LED teeth whitening uses a larger light source, while at home, LED teeth whitening uses a mouth tray that fits over your teeth. 

How long does LED teeth whitening last?

The length of time that LED light teeth whitening lasts will be different for everyone depending on their personal circumstances. Generally speaking, LED teeth whitening can last anywhere between a few months and up to 3 years. 

The length of time LED light teeth whitening will last will depend on a few of these factors:

Whether you’re using an at-home LED teeth whitening kit or whether you’re having it done professionally with a dental professional

Your lifestyle and diet – if you eat and drink a lot of stain-causing food and drinks, you’ll build up stains quicker and the results may not last as long

Smoking or using tobacco products will also discolor and stain your teeth

If you don’t maintain good oral hygiene, stains can come back sooner