New European regulations w
ill ensure whitening products over 0.1 percent and less than 6 percent hydrogen peroxide now will only be available to patients following an examination and an initial treatment session carried out by a dentist. Products containing more than 6 percent are deemed illegal.
Good for patients
The rationale behind the move is consumer safety, said Dr. Stuart Johnston, chair of the BDA’s Representative Body: “This long-awaited decision is good for dentists and their patients. It puts patient safety first by recognising the importance of examination by a dentist before whitening treatments are provided.”
There are currently several teeth whitening systems available. These include whitening toothpastes, over-the counter gels, strips and trays and whitening agents obtained from a dentist.
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