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Opalescence™ Boost™

In-Office Power Whitener

Instructions for Use (IFU)

Opalescence Boost in-office power whitener is a chemically activated gel that provides brighter, whiter teeth after about an hour in the dental chair. The powerful 40% hydrogen peroxide gel is chemically activated, so it doesn’t require a hot, uncomfortable light to work. Using the unique double-syringe configuration, the clinician activates the 40% hydrogen peroxide formula just prior to application, ensuring every dose of Opalescence Boost whitening is fresh and effective.

  • Chemically activated, so no light is needed
  • Powerful 40% hydrogen peroxide gel
  • Opalescence tooth whitening gel contains PF (potassium nitrate and fluoride)
  • Fresh chemical for each application
  • Precise delivery
  • Easy to see for complete removal
  • Two to three 20-minute applications
  • Thicker formula prevents the gel from running
  • No refrigeration required prior to mixing

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Technical Details

No Light Needed

Scientific studies1-7; have proven that the best in-office whitening results do not require a light. That’s why Opalescence Boost whitening has always been chemically activated for the highest quality in-office whitening available.

Immediate Results

Offering dramatic results after just two or three 20-minute treatments, Opalescence Boost whitening is perfect for patients looking for instant whitening gratification or those who have an important event coming up that requires a bright, white smile.

Innovative Mixing and Delivery

Opalescence Boost whitening uses a unique syringe-to-syringe mixing method to ensure the maximum strength possible. Once the gel is mixed, Opalescence Boost whitening is conveniently applied to the teeth through the Black Mini™ tip.

Powerful Formula

With its powerful 40% hydrogen peroxide formula, Opalescence Boost whitening can provide noticeable whitening results in about an hour. Because of its powerful concentration, Opalescence Boost whitening is only administered by a dental professional.

Distinct Red Color

The noticeable color of Opalescence Boost whitening makes it easy to see, which helps during placement and removal.

Superior Stability

Opalescence™ whitening products are among the most stable whitening products in the industry, maintaining virtually all of its effectiveness over the course of its shelf life.8,9 Because delivery times vary depending on the location of each particular dental office, Opalescence whitening products are formulated with transit time in mind, so they remain stable even after being shipped across the country. In fact, stability studies performed on Opalescence tooth whitening gels have shown that the peroxide potency at the end of the product’s shelf life is consistently 90% or greater.

Formulated with High Water Content

Many whitening products on the market dehydrate teeth, resulting in uncomfortable sensitivity for patients. Opalescence Boost whitening is formulated with a high water content to keep the teeth hydrated during the whitening process. This high water content reduces shade relapse and dehydration to maximize patient comfort.

Gluten Free and Kosher Certified

Opalescence whitening products are gluten free and kosher certified, so they fit in with the lifestyles and beliefs of patients from any background.

Perfectly Balanced pH

Because tooth whitening gel can be in the mouth for several hours at a time, it’s important to use a product with a pH that closely matches the natural pH of a patient’s saliva. Opalescence Boost whitening contains added buffers to help maintain neutral pH levels, so it’s never acidic. Opalescence Boost whitening is specially formulated with the patient’s experience in mind.

Easily Combined with Other Opalescence Whitening Products for Customized Treatments

While each Opalescence whitening product is effective in a stand-alone whitening regimen, many patients prefer to use a combination of treatments or products to meet their needs. Because every Opalescence whitening product works in combination with the others, it’s easy to create a custom regimen for any patient.

Unmatched Quality

The names Opalescence whitening and Ultradent are synonymous with quality. All of our research and development is done in-house. So is our manufacturing and quality control. This allows us to guide and oversee the entire process—from the time an Opalescence whitening innovation is conceived to the time it’s created and packaged for shipping. We have met the strictest standards, and our facility is ISO 9001 certified. All of this ensures every product performs exactly as it’s supposed to for you and for your patients.

Made in the USA

Opalescence whitening gels and syringes are manufactured at Ultradent’s facility in Utah. By purchasing products manufactured in the USA, you’re supporting our nation’s economy, and you’re helping to provide jobs for hundreds of Americans who take pride in what they do. Buying from a USA company like Ultradent also means you’ll get fresh formulations right from our own facility—not a product that may have been held up or delayed by a third-party.

Clinicals

Before and After Opalescence Boost Whitening

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Before Opalescence Boost whitening.

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After three applications, each lasting 20 minutes, over one session.

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Before Opalescence Boost whitening.

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After six applications, each lasting 15 minutes, over two sessions.

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Before Opalescence Boost whitening.

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After six applications, each lasting 15 minutes, over two sessions.

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Procedures

Opalescence Boost Whitening Procedure

See Instructions for Use for complete instructions, warnings, and precautions.

Step 1

Place protective eyeware and clothing on yourself and the patient to prevent contact with whitening agent. Check to see that the syringes are securely attached before mixing. To mix, follow the instructions on the reverse side.

Step 2

Press all mixed gel into the RED syringe. Separate the two syringes and attach the Black Mini™ tip or other recommended tip onto the red syringe. Check the flow on a cotton gauze or pad prior to applying it intraorally. If resistance is met, replace the tip and recheck the flow.

Step 3

Place Ultradent IsoBlock™ bite block and self-supporting plastic cheek retractors. Completely rinse and air dry teeth and gingiva.

Step 4

Securely attach a Black Mini tip to OpalDam™ Green resin barrier and check flow. Express a continuous bead along the gingival margin, overlapping approximately 0.5 mm onto the enamel. Begin and finish the bead one tooth beyond the most distal tooth that is being whitened. Express the resin through any open embrasures.

Step 5

Light cure the OpalDam Green resin barrier for 20 seconds per arch using a scanning motion. Check the resin cure with an instrument using caution not to disrupt the seal.

Step 6

Apply a 0.5–1.0 mm thick layer of gel to the labial surface of the teeth. Allow the gel to remain on the teeth for 20 minutes per application.

Step 7

Suction gel from teeth using the Ultradent™ Luer Vacuum Adapter and SST™ tip or a surgical suction tip. Do not use water. Repeat steps 6–7. Stop when desired results are achieved, or if the three applications per visit maximum has been met.

Step 8

After the final application is complete and all visible gel is removed, thoroughly rinse teeth with an air/water spray and the high volume suction.

Step 9

Gently slide the tip of a dental instrument beneath the OpalDam resin barrier and lift it off. Check for and remove any interproximal remnants.

Step 10

Evaluate the shade change. If additional whitening is desired and no significant sensitivity is noted, reschedule the patient in 3–5 days for repeat treatment or dispense take-home whitening treatment.

Testimonials

“We love brightening smiles with Opalescence Boost. It does a better job than the other in-office whitening systems we’ve used. It’s easy to use, and patients rave about the results.”

Julia Ellis, Office Manager – Hopewell, VA

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How does whitening work?

    The whitening process is possible due to the ability of the carbamide peroxide and hydrogen peroxide to freely pass through enamel and dentin and to permeate to all parts of the tooth.10 These peroxides break down into oxygen radicals, which migrate between the enamel prisms, breaking down any colored molecules that result in tooth discoloration. The structure of the tooth is not altered; the internal tooth color is simply made lighter.

    Whitening agents break down into tiny molecules and move in all directions, so even if the entire tooth is not covered with gel, the entire tooth is whitened.11

    Numerous studies have proven the effectiveness of peroxides in whitening teeth. Enamel, dentin, existing fillings, and bonding materials are not harmed by the whitening materials.6

  • Will whitening affect bond strength?

    Even though whitening agents release a great amount of oxygen into the tooth, existing bonds are not weakened.12,13

    If whitening before bonding, allow a period of 7–10 days after whitening. The high concentration of oxygen in the tooth could significantly and adversely affect polymerization of the resins.14,15

  • How long do whitening results last?

    Whitening results are very stable, but depending on the patient’s nutrition and lifestyle habits, the procedure may need to be redone periodically. Due to the safety of the whitening agents, this should not concern the dentist or patient.

  • Will whitening cause tooth sensitivity?

    Tooth sensitivity is a relatively common side effect of whitening. If sensitivity occurs, it is transient and disappears after the completion of the whitening procedure.

Research & Studies

Carbamide peroxide whitening of nonvital single discolored teeth: case reports.

Caughman WF, Frazier KB, Haywood VB. Carbamide peroxide whitening of nonvital single discolored teeth: case reports.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10356567 – Caughman WF, Frazier KB, Haywood VB.

In-office “power” bleaching of vital teeth as an adjunct to at-home bleaching.

Morgan J, Presley S. In-office “power” bleaching of vital teeth as an adjunct to at-home bleaching. Advanced Tooth Whitening, a Comprehensive Guide to Whitening. Prac Perio & Aesthet Dent. 2002;14(suppl 2):16-23.

http://www.tecnoimportdental.cl/referencias/archivos/literatura/2002morgan.pdf – Morgan J, Presley S.

External bleaching therapy with activation by heat, light or laser—a systematic review.

Buchalla W, Attin T. External bleaching therapy with activation by heat, light or laser—a systematic review. Dent Mater. 2007;23(5):586-96.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16820199 – Buchalla W, Attin T.

In-office vital tooth bleaching—what do lights add?

Hein DK, Ploeger BJ, Hartup JK, Wagstaff RS, Palmer TM, Hansen LD. In-office vital tooth bleaching—what do lights add? Compend Contin Educ Dent. 2003;24(4A):340-52.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12793211 – Hein DK, Ploeger BJ, Hartup JK, Wagstaff RS, Palmer TM, Hansen LD.

The effect of tooth bleaching on substance P expression in human dental pulp.

Caviedes-Bucheli J, Ariza-García G, Restrepo-Méndez S, Ríos-Osorio N, Lombana N, Muñoz HR. The effect of tooth bleaching on substance P expression in human dental pulp. J Endod. 2008;34(12):1462-5.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19026874 – Caviedes-Bucheli J, Ariza-García G, Restrepo-Méndez S, Ríos-Osorio N, Lombana N, Muñoz HR.

Clinical evaluation of chemical and light-activated tooth whitening systems.

Kugel G, Papathanasiou A, Williams AJ 3rd, Anderson C, Ferreira S. Clinical evaluation of chemical and light-activated tooth whitening systems. Compend Contin Educ. 2006;27(1)54-62.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16454016 – Kugel G, Papathanasiou A, Williams AJ 3rd, Anderson C, Ferreira S.

In vitro efficacy and risk for adverse effects of light-assisted tooth bleaching.

Bruzell EM, Johnsen B, Aalerud TN, Dahl JE, Christensen T. In vitro efficacy and risk for adverse effects of light-assisted tooth bleaching. Photochem Photobiol Sci. 2009;8(3):377-85.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19255679 – Bruzell EM, Johnsen B, Aalerud TN, Dahl JE, Christensen T. Photochem.

Colorimetric assessment of laser and home bleaching techniques.

Jones AH, Diaz-Arnold AM, Vargas MA, Cobb DS. Colorimetric assessment of laser and home bleaching techniques. J Esthet Dent. 1999;11(2):87-94.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10530271 – Jones AH, Diaz-Arnold AM, Vargas MA, Cobb DS.

Brochures

Opalescence Boost Whitening Sales Sheet

98798AR13

Opalescence Boost Whitening Technique Guide

1007074AR03

Opalescence Whitening Reference Guide

68394AR18

Opalescence Whitening Family Comprehensive Sales Sheet

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  1. Buchalla W, Attin T. External bleaching therapy with activation by heat, light or laser—a systematic review. Dent Mater. 2007;23(5):586-96.
  2. Hein DK, Ploeger BJ, Hartup JK, Wagstaff RS, Palmer TM, Hansen LD. In-office vital tooth bleaching—what do lights add? Compend Contin Educ Dent. 2003;24(4A):340-52.
  3. Caviedes-Bucheli J, Ariza-García G, Restrepo-Méndez S, Ríos-Osorio N, Lombana N, Muñoz HR. The effect of tooth bleaching on substance P expression in human dental pulp. J Endod. 2008;34(12):1462-5.
  4. Kugel G, Papathanasiou A, Williams AJ 3rd, Anderson C, Ferreira S. Clinical evaluation of chemical and light-activated tooth whitening systems. Compend Contin Educ. 2006;27(1)54-62.
  5. Bruzell EM, Johnsen B, Aalerud TN, Dahl JE, Christensen T. Photochem. In vitro efficacy and risk for adverse effects of light-assisted tooth bleaching. Photochem Photobiol Sci. 2009;8(3):377-85.
  6. Haywood, V. New bleaching considerations compared with at-home bleaching. J Esthet Restor Dent. 2003;15(3):184-7.
  7. Jones AH, Diaz-Arnold AM, Vargas MA, Cobb DS. Colorimetric assessment of laser and home bleaching techniques. J Esthet Dent. 1999;11(2):87-94.
  8. Shelf life is dependent on how product is stored.
  9. Data on file.
  10. Haywood VB. History, safety and effectiveness of current bleaching techniques and applications of the nightguard vital bleaching technique. Quintessence Int. 1992;23(7): 471-488.
  11. Jadad E, Montoya J, Arana G, Gordillo LA, Palo RM, Loguercio AD. Spectrophotometric evaluation of color alterations with a new dental bleaching product in patients wearing orthodontic appliances. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop. 2011;140(1):e43-7.
  12. Klukowska M, White DJ, Kozak KM, Zoladz JR, Baker RA, Garcia-Godoy F, et al. Effect of bleach on microleakage of Class V composite restorations. J Dent Res. 85(Spec Iss B):0035, 2006 (www.dentalresearch.org).
  13. Angerame D, Garaffa S, Maglione M, Di Lenarda R, De Stefano Dorigo E. Effect of in-office bleaching on Class V composite restorations seal. J Dent Res. 84(Spec Iss A):3013, 2005 (www.dentalresearch.org).
  14. Wilson D, Xu C, Hong L, Wang Y. Effects of clinical factors during tooth whitening on enamel. J Dent Res. 86(Spec Iss A):2632, 2007 (www.dentalresearch.org).
  15. Lim B-S, Ryu I, Lee Y-K, Rhee S-H, Yang H-C, Ahn S-J et al. Effect of bleaching agent on shear bond strength to dentin. J Dent Res. 85(Spec Iss B):0036, 2006 (www.dentalresearch.org).