Overview: This guide provides instructions for seating, cleaning, and caring for custom Dandy whitening trays to ensure effective whitening results and device longevity.
Seat Your Whitening Tray
Apply a small amount of bleaching gel to the inner surface of the whitening tray.
Do not overfill the whitening tray, as excess gel can cause irritation to the gums and soft tissues.
If bleaching gel overflows onto the gingiva (gums), wipe off the excess material immediately.
Insert the whitening tray into the mouth, ensuring the tray covers all teeth evenly.
Use fingers to gently press the whitening tray against the teeth to ensure consistent contact between the gel and the tooth surface.
Wear the whitening tray for the duration recommended by the dental professional.
After removing the whitening tray, rinse the mouth thoroughly with water and brush teeth gently to remove any remaining gel.
Avoid Staining Foods and Beverages
The pores in the teeth remain open and vulnerable to stains for 48 to 72 hours after whitening therapy. To minimize staining, steer clear of dark-colored items for at least the first 48 hours, including:
Berries
Coffee and tea
Red wine
Tomato sauce
Clean and Maintain Your Tray
Daily Cleaning: Clean the whitening trays daily before and after every use. Immediately after removal, use warm water (not to exceed 45°C/113°F) or antibacterial dish soap to remove saliva.
Cleaning Agents: For periodic maintenance, use mild over-the-counter oral device cleaners such as Polident tablets, Efferdent tablets, a 3% peroxide solution, or mouthwash.
Brushing: Use a soft-bristle brush to clean the inside of the whitening tray to remove stubborn debris.
Follow Usage Cautions
✗ DO NOT soak whitening trays in liquid for over one hour.
✗ DO NOT soak whitening trays in water hotter than 45°C/113°F, as high temperatures will warp the material.
✗ DO NOT use abrasive cleaning agents like toothpaste, which can shorten the life of the whitening trays.
✗ DO NOT brush teeth with sensitive toothpaste during whitening therapy, as this can alter the final
whitening results.
✓ DO dispose of the cleaning solution after every use and rinse the whitening trays well before inserting them
into the mouth.