Log In STEP ONE This quick and easy process requires a small sauce pan and your stove top. Fill a small pot with water to about 4 inches in depth. Heat to a full rolling boil. Remove the pan from the heat and set on a temperature safe surface. Take one mouth tray and hold it by the Dr. Nick’s tab. Immerse the tray into the hot water for four seconds. DO NOT leave the tray in the hot water longer than four seconds as this will distort the tray and ruin it. (We have provided a third tray as an extra value should you experience distortion.) Remove the tray from the water Immediately place the tray over your upper teeth. (Do not be concerned about the heated tray. The temperature will not create discomfort.) Be careful not to bend the edges of the “U” shape together. The tray will be warm and the edges can stick to one another. Fitting the tray to your teeth Bite firmly into the warmed plastic tray. Press the first three fingers of both hands to the tray’s front while maintaining a firm bite. This helps shape the tray to your mouth’s contour. Simultaneously press your tongue on the roof of your mouth and suck all of the air and water from the tray. This forms the tray to the teeth’s inside surfaces and along your palate. Ensure that the tray covers all teeth. If required, you may reheat the tray for 2-3 seconds and repeat the process to ensure a correct fit. After customizing, place the tray in cold tap water for 30 seconds to complete hardening. Repeat the process for the lower teeth, pressing your tongue against the back of the lower teeth as you suck the air and water out of the tray. STEP TWO Trimming the WHITE & healthy trays Once the trays have hardened, place them one at a time in your mouth to check for an accurate and comfortable fit. You may trim off the Dr. Nick’s tabs off the trays with sharp scissors. You may also further trim areas of the tray that may be extending over your gums too much as well as any other places that may feel bulky or uncomfortable to your gums. DO NOT trim too much, as all of your teeth must be covered. Remove the trays from your mouth when trimming. STEP THREE Whitening your teeth Ensure your custom fitted dental trays are completely clean & dry before using. Dr.Nick’s White & healthy Professional Strength Whitening Gel works best on clean teeth. We recommend brushing with Dr. Nick’s White & healthy toothpaste prior to whitening and rinsing with our mouthwash after whitening. Remove the cap from the applicator. While gently holding the tray, apply the gel to completely cover the inside area of the tray that will touch the front surfaces of your teeth. Apply a thin but sufficient strip of the gel. Place the tray in your mouth and press gently so that the gel spreads over and covers the entire surface of your teeth. Dr. Nick recommends wearing your trays for about 15-20 minutes per session. CAUTION Keep out of the reach of children. Store at room temperature; direct sunlight and excessive heat will damage your trays. For best results refrigerate gel, or store in a cool place, away from heat. Not for use by women who are pregnant. Do not use if you have gum problems, significant decay, receding gums, intestinal problems (ulcers or colitis), canker sores or oral infection. If you are allergic to the ingredients, or if discomfort or irritation occurs, discontinue use. Consult your dentist or physician if problems continue. CORRECTING COMMON PROBLEMS Sensitive teeth Dr. Nick’s WHITE & healthy Professional Strength Whitening Gel minimizes the potential for sensitivity. Many other whitening products are formulated with too much alkalinity or too much acidity. These two extremes can cause sensitivity and irritation. Our patent-pending formula is designed specifically with a balanced pH for maximum efficacy and minimal potential for discomfort. It is safe for your teeth and will not harm your enamel or dental work. If you have sensitivity from irritated gum tissues or tooth decay please see your dentist. Every person’s dentition is unique. A very small percentage may experience a mild sensitivity when using Dr. Nick’s WHITE & healthy Professional Strength Whitening Gel. Sensitivity should go away when you stop using the product. If sensitivity should occur, it is recommended to use the gel every other day. If sensitivity persists, discontinue the product and consult a dentist. Loose tray If your whitening tray fit is loose after your initial attempt to customize, reheat the tray in boiling water for 2-3 seconds using tongs or tweezers. Repeat STEP ONE from the directions to reform the dental tray to your mouth’s contour. Excess gel in a tray Ensure that the front surfaces of all teeth are covered with gel. Then insert the tray over your teeth. Use the tip of your index or little finger to wipe away any excess that may extrude from the top of the tray edges. Effect on dental work You cannot expect the same degree of whitening as natural teeth but you may experience external stain reduction on some areas of your crowns and bridges as a result of stain build up over the years. It is possible to achieve a degree of whitening for dentures and removable bridges by soaking them overnight in Dr. Nick’s WHITE & healthyTM Mouthwash. If your teeth have discolorations caused by tobacco use, food and aging, you should see a significant change in the first week or two as long as you follow the directions. Timing of Whitening Wear your tray for 15-20 minutes a day. For quicker whitening results apply twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening. Every dentition is unique, however, it has been our experience that most of our users have noticeably whiter teeth even after just one or two applications. Most people experience desired whitening within one week; however, depending on each individual’s degree of stain intensity, it may take two to three weeks for some people to achieve the desired effect. If your teeth have gray discoloration, especially caused by medication such as tetracycline, the whitening process may require several weeks and the color changes may vary according to the intensity and shade. These types of stains are intrinsic and may prove to be more difficult to remove. Key Points to Remember Be sure that Dr. Nick’s White & healthy Professional Strength Whitening Gel covers the entire front surface of the teeth. The dental tray should always be dry before inserting the whitening Gel. Initial tray moisture can reduce the Gel’s effectiveness, slowing the whitening process. Do not drink anything while the tray is in your mouth. This may dilute the Gel and stop the whitening process. Spit or wipe excess Gel from your mouth. Do not rinse with the trays in your mouth. Do not swallow excess Gel. Store Gel at room temperature for best shelf life. Avoid direct sunlight and excessive heat. Ingredient List: Water, Poloxamer 407, Glycerin, Hydrogen Peroxide, Sorbitol, Xylitol, Mannitol, Potassium Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Flavor, Lycopene, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Bran Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Phosphoric Acid 2010 DR. NICKS WHITE & HEALTHY. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.