Skip a day, save your smile: new whitening trick cuts sensitivity
NCT ID NCT06035588
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether using a 16% carbamide peroxide whitening gel every other day causes less tooth sensitivity than using it every day. 110 adults with healthy teeth applied the gel for two hours over three weeks. The goal was to see if alternating days reduces pain while still whitening teeth effectively.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
16% carbamide peroxide bleaching gel
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a way to whiten teeth with less pain, making the process more comfortable for patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with 110 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The gel still causes some sensitivity, and whitening might be less effective with alternate-day use.
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Locations
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Isabel Giraldez de Luis
Alcorcón, Madrid, 28922, Spain