teeth whitening Archives - Bite Magazine https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/tag/teeth-whitening/ Independent dental news, views and reviews Mon, 08 Sep 2025 05:04:36 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 Professional Choice Toothpaste 150g https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/professional-choice-toothpaste-150g/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/professional-choice-toothpaste-150g/#respond Tue, 26 Aug 2025 23:11:49 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=41336 The original teeth whitening toothpaste formulation loved by Australians, White Glo’s Professional Choice was rated the most effective whitening toothpaste by Canstar Blue. With a seal of approval by the Australian Dental Association, this toothpaste was originally developed for actors and models to help maintain a whiter smile. With regular use, this will help restore […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/professional-choice-toothpaste-150g/feed/ 0 Tools of the trade: Pola Rapid  https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/tools-of-the-trade-pola-rapid/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/tools-of-the-trade-pola-rapid/#respond Wed, 26 Jul 2023 05:50:11 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=33026 by Dr Anthony Hua, Burleigh Dental Studio, Burleigh Heads, QLD Pola Rapid is a 38 per cent hydrogen peroxide-based, in-office teeth whitening system. It is significantly faster than other options.  What’s good about it Pola Rapid contains a potassium nitrate desensitiser, fluoride, and high-water content. This effectively reduces discomfort and post-operative sensitivity. The unique formulation […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/tools-of-the-trade-pola-rapid/feed/ 0 ADA consumer survey results ring some alarm bells https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/ada-consumer-survey-results-ring-some-alarm-bells/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/ada-consumer-survey-results-ring-some-alarm-bells/#respond Tue, 26 Jul 2022 23:50:49 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=26632 Poorly funded and promoted dental schemes, long waiting lists for public dentistry, price rises in private health insurance premiums and the destructive forces of the pandemic … a perfect storm for a dramatic decline in Australia’s oral health.  Alarming new Australian Dental Association (ADA) data from the peak dental body’s annual Consumer Survey released for Dental […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/ada-consumer-survey-results-ring-some-alarm-bells/feed/ 0 ADA investigates teeth whitening among Australians https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/ada-investigates-teeth-whitening-among-australians/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/ada-investigates-teeth-whitening-among-australians/#respond Sun, 20 Mar 2022 22:23:07 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=25353 To mark this year’s World Oral Health Day (20 March), the Australian Dental Association has revealed some worrying trends around teeth whitening in Australia.  The ADA conducts an annual survey of consumers’ oral habits every year. Of this year’s survey sample of 25,000 Australian adults, it was found that 22 per cent have whitened their teeth—an […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/ada-investigates-teeth-whitening-among-australians/feed/ 0 Pola Light: now available in a 9.5% hydrogen peroxide kit https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/pola-light-now-available-in-a-9-5-hydrogen-peroxide-kit/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/pola-light-now-available-in-a-9-5-hydrogen-peroxide-kit/#respond Tue, 05 Oct 2021 22:42:48 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=23649 Enjoy a brighter, more confident smile in 5 days SDI Limited is pleased to announce the launch of Pola Light, an advanced tooth whitening system that combines Pola’s award-winning whitening formulas, with a LED mouthpiece that helps accelerate the whitening procedure. The Pola Light system comes with Pola Day 9.5% hydrogen peroxide gel.  Pola Light […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/pola-light-now-available-in-a-9-5-hydrogen-peroxide-kit/feed/ 0 The damaging effects of teeth-whitening products on dental cells https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/the-damaging-effects-of-teeth-whitening-products-on-dental-cells/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/the-damaging-effects-of-teeth-whitening-products-on-dental-cells/#respond Mon, 23 Aug 2021 22:54:40 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=22922 A study led by Canadian researchers highlights the extensive damage that can be caused by common tooth-whitening agents. Published in Scientific Reports, the study by a team at the University of Toronto assessed the dental cell damage caused by the use of carbamide peroxide teeth-whitening treatments.  It found that a recommended application of just 10 per […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/the-damaging-effects-of-teeth-whitening-products-on-dental-cells/feed/ 0 Updated fact sheet on teeth whitening available now https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/updated-fact-sheet-on-teeth-whitening-available-now/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/updated-fact-sheet-on-teeth-whitening-available-now/#respond Sun, 15 Aug 2021 23:12:37 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=22838 The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has released an updated fact sheet on teeth whitening for dental practitioners. The purpose of the fact sheet is to give dental practitioners an overview of the laws and professional obligations that apply when they use teeth whitening products as part of their practice. The fact sheet provides links to useful information, […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/updated-fact-sheet-on-teeth-whitening-available-now/feed/ 0 Tools of the trade: Bianco Whitening 38% Hydrogen Peroxide Professional Rapide Kit https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/tools-of-the-trade-bianco-whitening-38-hydrogen-peroxide-professional-rapide-kit/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/tools-of-the-trade-bianco-whitening-38-hydrogen-peroxide-professional-rapide-kit/#respond Tue, 02 Jul 2019 06:41:57 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=14815 by Dr Frédérique Montpetit, Skygate Dental, Brisbane, QLD Bianco has a range of different whitening kits with varying peroxide strengths. We’re seeing very good results with this 38% kit and our patients are very happy with the outcomes. What’s good about it The Bianco kit is quick to use, easy to apply and my patients […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/tools-of-the-trade-bianco-whitening-38-hydrogen-peroxide-professional-rapide-kit/feed/ 0 Have you tried the AWARD-WINNING Boutique Whitening? https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/have-you-tried-the-award-winning-boutique-whitening/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/have-you-tried-the-award-winning-boutique-whitening/#respond Thu, 06 Jun 2019 23:15:59 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=14612 Grow your practice using our complete whitening system.  Day and night gels Beautiful, embossed, damask packaging Packaging made bespoke with practice logo Metal presentation case  Australian-made super-seal trays FREE marketing materials and support And did we mention, AWARD WINNING!  Call us today on 03 5332 3827 or email on taegan@boutiquewhitening.com for your FREE kit!

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/have-you-tried-the-award-winning-boutique-whitening/feed/ 0 Teeth whitening products can harm dentin https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/teeth-whitening-products-can-harm-dentin/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/teeth-whitening-products-can-harm-dentin/#respond Wed, 24 Apr 2019 01:36:30 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=14435 Although teeth whitening products can make smiles brighter, new research from the US shows that they might also be causing tooth damage. In three new studies, researchers found that hydrogen peroxide, the active ingredient in over-the-counter whitening strips, can damage the protein-rich dentin tissue found beneath the tooth’s protective enamel. The team presented their research […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/teeth-whitening-products-can-harm-dentin/feed/ 0 Tools of the trade: Philips Zoom Whitening https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/tools-of-the-trade-philips-zoom-whitening/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/tools-of-the-trade-philips-zoom-whitening/#respond Mon, 03 Dec 2018 04:22:12 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=13480 by Dr Jack Raval, Tongarra Road Family Dental, Albion Park, NSW The Zoom whitening system is very effective. The gel has been extensively tested and is much safer than products sold in supermarkets or used by beauty therapists. What’s good about it Zoom is applied in four 15-minute sessions while the patient sits in the dental […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/tools-of-the-trade-philips-zoom-whitening/feed/ 0 Teeth whitening that’s safer and more effective https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/teeth-whitening-thats-safer-and-more-effective/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/teeth-whitening-thats-safer-and-more-effective/#respond Mon, 23 Jul 2018 00:13:56 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=12665 A new, less destructive method for teeth whitening has been developed by a team in China. In the age of Instagram and Snapchat, everyone wants to have perfect pearly whites. To get a brighter smile, consumers can opt for over the counter teeth-whitening treatments or a visit the dentist to have their teeth bleached professionally. […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/teeth-whitening-thats-safer-and-more-effective/feed/ 0 Tools of the trade: Radii Plus https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/tools-trade-radii-plus/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/tools-trade-radii-plus/#respond Mon, 15 Jan 2018 23:30:57 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=11250 by Dr Sarah Varma, The Smile Clinique, Perth, WA.   This is a curing light that can be simply converted to a whitening light. The UV curing light is detached and an LED light used for whitening is easily attached. What’s good about it Teeth whitening is a big part of our practice and I’ve used […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/tools-trade-radii-plus/feed/ 0 The charm of snake oil https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/charm-snake-oil/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/charm-snake-oil/#respond Tue, 21 Feb 2017 04:26:11 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=9453 Alternative oral-hygiene practices have strident supporters online. Make sure your patients know that nothing beats the products and practices rigorously tested by the scientific community, writes Meg Crawford Strident voices on the internet would have us believe that everything from stained teeth through to heart disease can be remedied with simple, cheap and natural home […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/charm-snake-oil/feed/ 0 Teeth whitening supplier denied natural justice https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/teeth-whitening-supplier/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/teeth-whitening-supplier/#respond Thu, 31 Jul 2014 05:02:55 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=4705 The debate about how harmful take-home tooth-whitening kits really are took an interesting twist this week when the Australian Dental Association (ADA) informed members that a compulsory recall of unsafe tooth whiteners back in 2012 was not valid. In February 2012 then-Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, David Bradbury, signed a Consumer Protection Notice ordering a […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/teeth-whitening-supplier/feed/ 0 White fight https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/white-fight/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/white-fight/#respond Tue, 12 Mar 2013 01:03:07 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/?p=2329 The debate over what is a safe level of peroxide in at-home tooth whitening kits continues, with battle lines drawn between the profession and the industry. A.M. Walsh reports. In the middle ages, dentists and barbers were one profession, dedicated to the improvement of personal appearance. Customers could get a shave, then their teeth whitened […]

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]]> https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/white-fight/feed/ 0 Cosmetic surgeons bare teeth https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/cosmetic-surgeons-bare-teeth/ https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/cosmetic-surgeons-bare-teeth/#comments Thu, 12 Jul 2012 01:59:17 +0000 https://www.bitemagazine.com.au/news_blog/?p=1543 The latest step in what appears to be an escalating war between Cosmetic Physicians Society of Australasia (CPSA) and Dr Myles Holt took place last week, with Dr Holt naming a number of non-dentist CPSA members offering tooth-whitening services in contravention of Dental Board guidelines. Following a press release last Friday, all references to the […]

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