Cosmetic/Whitening

RESTORATIVE
Cosmetic/Whitening
Carbamide Peroxide
Take-Home Tooth Whitening
Avoid Dehydration
Perfecta® carbamide peroxide gels are formulated
with a predominantly glycol base
for minimal dehydration and sensitivity.
Other gels use glycerin as a base. Glycerin
tends to dehydrate the tooth, thought to be
a leading cause of thermal hypersensitivity.
Avoid Thermal Hypersensitivity
A small percentage of patients may
experience thermal sensitivity associated
with whitening. By following a few simple
guidelines, you can minimize or eliminate
this side effect.
Start Slowly
Patients should wear the tray for
only one hour the first day, then one hour
twice daily for the first week. Overnight
wear is not recommended due to a greater
incidence of thermal sensitivity and tissue
irritation; however, it is a convenience option.
Lower Gel Strength
Patients with a history of thermal sensitivity
should use 11% gel for at least a week before
moving on to a stronger gel.
Reduce Wear Time
If thermal hypersensitivity occurs, as a rule of
thumb, reduce the wear time by 50%.
Select The Right Gel Strength
Perfecta 11%: Mild to moderate stains.
Young patients, patients with yellow extrinsic
stains, or patients with a history of thermal
sensitivity. 11% is also used as the starter gel
in the Perfecta Trio® system.
Perfecta 16%: Severe stains, heavy tobacco,
tetracycline. Patients with no history of
thermal sensitivity. 16% is also used for
maximum whitening in the Trio System.
Perfecta 21%: Tetracycline stains, fluorosis.
Dispense only to compliant patients with no
history of thermal sensitivity. Give good
instructions and frequently monitor
treatment progress.
Perfecta® Trio®
Carbamide Peroxide
Three gel strengths (11%, 13% & 16%) for
minimal sensitivity and maximum results.
Trio Patient Pak Contains:
6 - 3cc syringes (two 11%, two 13%, and two
16%), 6 dispensing tips, tray case, 2 sheets
0.040” soft EVA tray material, Step-by-Step
patient instructions with shade guide,
doctor’s instructions, informed consent form
and cosmetic patient pouch with mirror.
Perfecta Trio Patient Pak
4000031 Unflavored
4000032 Mint
Another option is to purchase Perfecta® 50
Paks in different strengths. Begin a treatment
with Perfecta® 11% and dispense higher
strengths at weekly recall visits.
Trio ® step-whitening technique
For maximum whitening with minimal thermal hypersensitivity,
Premier recommends the Perfecta Trio Step-whitening System.
Guidelines for a typical 2-arch treatment:
Week 1: Initiate treatment with 11% Starter Gel. Excellent whitening
results with minimal potential for sensitivity.
Week 2:
Week 3:
Transition to 13% gel to gradually increase whitening activity.
This allows your patient to develop a tolerance to the higher
concentration of carbamide peroxide.
Finish with 16% gel for maximum whitening effects at the
optimum point during treatment.
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