2 Most Commonly Used & Effective Bleaching Agent - 2
2. Hydrogen Peroxide
Hydrogen Peroxide is another effective bleaching agent. It is a highly reactive chemical containing hydrogen and oxygen and it is sold as a household antiseptic. Hydrogen Peroxide is stronger than Carbamide Peroxide. Usually it comes in a brown bottle and has a concentration of 3%.
Dosage : Those utilizing a 3% Hydrogen Peroxide whitener can be considered to be safe by FDA, and the FDA has approved 3% solutions of Hydrogen Peroxide for use as a mouthwash.
Side Effects
- Swallowing a large dose of hydrogen peroxide can be lethal.
- Mouth rinses that contain small amounts of hydrogen peroxide and are used once or twice per day do not seem to harm the inside of the mouth, even in the long term.
- There is not enough data to evaluate potential effects of hydrogen peroxide on reproduction and development.