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Best Teeth Whitening Gel: LumiBrite and LumiSmile Compared

Looking for the best teeth whitening gel for trays? Compare LumiBrite 32% by syringe count, LumiSmile 16% and Perio Restore 1.7% from the listings.

RotaDent buyer’s guideUpdated October 2026Specs from maker listings

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Quick answer
  • Best overall: LumiBrite 32% carbamide peroxide, 4-syringe refill by DenMat, 2.5 mL per syringe.
  • Most gel: the LumiBrite 6-syringe refill by DenMat, 15 mL in total.
  • Best for a first try or touch-ups: the 2-syringe LumiBrite 32% refill kit.
  • Lower concentration: LumiSmile White, 16% carbamide peroxide, two 2.5 mL syringes.
  • Safety first: follow the product directions and ask your dentist before whitening, especially if you have sensitive teeth, crowns or fillings.

The best teeth whitening gel for you depends on two numbers: the peroxide concentration and how much gel you get. The take-home gels in this store come as pre-filled syringes you dispense into whitening trays, and they range from LumiBrite at 32% carbamide peroxide down to LumiSmile White at 16%.

This guide compares every whitening option we carry using only what each listing states: concentration, syringe count, mL per syringe, flavor and included items. For a head-to-head of the two gel lines, read LumiBrite vs LumiSmile, or browse the full teeth whitening range.

Our picks

1LumiBrite 32% Take-Home Whitening Gel Refill 4 Syringes 2.5 mL by DENMAT
Best overall teeth whitening gel

LumiBrite 32% Take-Home Whitening Gel Refill 4 Syringes 2.5 mL by DENMAT

This LumiBrite refill by DenMat contains four 2.5 mL syringes (10 mL in total) of 32% carbamide peroxide gel in mint flavor. The listing calls it 'virtually sensitivity free' and says the maker reports whiter smiles in 1 to 2 weeks. Four syringes is the middle ground between a trial and a full course.

Best forA standard take-home course with custom trays
Skip it ifYou want a lower concentration
Pros
  • 32% carbamide peroxide
  • 4 x 2.5 mL syringes
  • Mint flavor
Cons
  • Trays are not included
2LumiBrite 32% Take-Home Whitening Gel Refill 6 Syringes 2.5 mL EACH
Most gel per box

LumiBrite 32% Take-Home Whitening Gel Refill 6 Syringes 2.5 mL EACH

The 6-syringe LumiBrite refill by DenMat holds six 2.5 mL syringes, or 15 mL of 32% carbamide peroxide gel, per the title. The listing mentions detailed instructions included and mint flavor. More syringes suit a longer course or later touch-ups.

Best forLonger courses and touch-ups
Skip it ifYou only need a short trial
Pros
  • 6 x 2.5 mL syringes
  • Instructions included
  • Mint flavor
Cons
  • No trays in the box
3LumiBrite Whitening Gel
Best for clear usage guidance

LumiBrite Whitening Gel

This 6-syringe LumiBrite pack (listed under the Lumibrite brand) is the only listing that spells out a routine: 10 to 15 minutes twice a day, with up to 9 shades whiter within 2 weeks according to the listing. It is compatible with custom trays and uses precision syringe delivery. It does not state the mL per syringe.

Best forBuyers who want the wear time on the listing
Skip it ifYou want the gel volume stated
Pros
  • Wear time listed
  • 6 syringes
  • Custom-tray compatible
Cons
  • Syringe volume not stated
42 Syringes LumiBrite 32% Refill Kit Take Home Whitening Gel Dental
Best small pack

2 Syringes LumiBrite 32% Refill Kit Take Home Whitening Gel Dental

This LumiBrite 32% refill kit (listed under the Superdent brand) includes two 2.5 mL syringes, 5 mL in total, in mint flavor. The listing describes it as virtually sensitivity free and compatible with custom trays. Two syringes make sense for a short first course or topping up a previous one.

Best forTrying LumiBrite or a touch-up
Skip it ifYou plan a full multi-week course
Pros
  • Smallest commitment
  • 2 x 2.5 mL syringes
  • Same 32% gel
Cons
  • Least gel per box
  • Sold under a reseller brand name
5LumiSmile White Take-Home Teeth Whitening Treatment Syringes; Two (2) 2.5 ml S
Best lower-concentration gel

LumiSmile White Take-Home Teeth Whitening Treatment Syringes; Two (2) 2.5 ml S

LumiSmile White uses 16% carbamide peroxide, half the LumiBrite concentration. The box has two 2.5 mL syringes, and the listing says it is designed for minimal sensitivity, flavored with peppermint oil, and shows results in about 2 weeks. It is listed under the Rotadent ProCare brand.

Best forPeople who prefer a milder percentage
Skip it ifYou want the 32% strength
Pros
  • 16% carbamide peroxide
  • Peppermint oil flavor
  • 2 x 2.5 mL syringes
Cons
  • Only a 2-syringe box listed
6Perio Restore® Gel
Best tray gel with trays included

Perio Restore® Gel

Perio Restore Gel is a 3 oz tube of mint gel with 1.7% hydrogen peroxide, and it is the only option here with trays in the box (two). The listing describes 10 to 15 minute tray applications for a clean, fresh-feeling mouth and brighter-looking teeth. It is a daily oral care gel more than a dedicated bleaching gel.

Best forA gentle daily tray routine
Skip it ifWhitening strength is your main goal
Pros
  • 2 trays included
  • 1.7% hydrogen peroxide
  • 3 oz tube
Cons
  • Much lower peroxide level than LumiBrite

How we picked the best teeth whitening gel

We reviewed all seven whitening-related listings in the store. Each was scored on concentration, total gel volume, what is in the box and how clearly the listing explains use. Two LumiBrite 4-syringe listings exist; we picked one and show both in the table.

We did not use ratings, reviews or prices, and nothing here is based on personal testing. Concentrations are copied exactly as listed.

Whitening gels compared side by side

ProductBrand as listedActive ingredientSyringes / tubePer unitTrays
LumiBrite 4-pack (B00LSWKT64)DenMat32% carbamide peroxide4 syringes2.5 mL✗ Not included
LumiBrite 4-pack (B004NGW7E4)Den-Mat32% carbamide peroxide4 syringes2.5 mL✗ Not included
LumiBrite 6-pack (B00KCZBNE0)DenMat32% carbamide peroxide6 syringes2.5 mL✗ Not included
LumiBrite 6-pack (B010E1PEQO)Lumibrite32% carbamide peroxide6 syringes~ Not stated✗ Not included
LumiBrite 2-pack (B01HHGDI6M)Superdent32% carbamide peroxide2 syringes2.5 mL✗ Not included
LumiSmile White (B09TFVPQLJ)Rotadent ProCare16% carbamide peroxide2 syringes2.5 mL✗ Not included
Perio Restore Gel (B09TFVSZKG)Rotadent ProCare1.7% hydrogen peroxide1 tube3 oz✓ 2 trays

Total gel per box (syringe products)

Syringe count x 2.5 mL, where the listing states the volume

LumiBrite 6-pack: 15mL15mLLumiBrite 6-packLumiBrite 4-pack: 10mL10mLLumiBrite 4-packLumiBrite 2-pack: 5mL5mLLumiBrite 2-packLumiSmile 16%: 5mL5mLLumiSmile 16%

Listed peroxide concentration

Percent as stated on each listing (carbamide vs hydrogen peroxide are different compounds)

LumiBrite (carbamide)LumiBrite (carbamide): 32%32%LumiSmile White (carbamide)LumiSmile White (carbamide): 16%16%Perio Restore (hydrogen)Perio Restore (hydrogen): 1.7%1.7%

LumiBrite 32% Take-Home Whitening Gel Refill 4 Syringes 2.5 mL by DENMAT

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LumiBrite 32% Take-Home Whitening Gel Refill 6 Syringes 2.5 mL EACH

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LumiSmile White Take-Home Teeth Whitening Treatment Syringes; Two (2) 2.5 ml S

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What to look for in a take-home whitening gel

Concentration

LumiBrite is listed at 32% carbamide peroxide and LumiSmile White at 16%. A higher number is not automatically better for everyone; your dentist can tell you which strength suits your teeth and any restorations.

Total gel volume

Most syringes here hold 2.5 mL. Multiply by the syringe count to compare boxes: 5 mL for a 2-pack, 10 mL for a 4-pack and 15 mL for a 6-pack.

Trays

LumiBrite and LumiSmile listings do not include trays. Two LumiBrite listings say the gel is compatible with custom trays, which are usually made by a dental office. Perio Restore is the exception, with two trays in the box.

Flavor and comfort

LumiBrite is mint; LumiSmile White uses peppermint oil. Both listings mention low sensitivity, but individual comfort varies.

Follow the directions and ask your dentistWhitening gels contain peroxide. Read the instructions in the box, stick to the stated wear time, and talk to your dentist before starting, especially if you have sensitive teeth, gum concerns, crowns, veneers or fillings. Keep whitening gels out of reach of children.

Is 32% or 16% carbamide peroxide better?

On paper, 32% carries twice the carbamide peroxide of 16%. The LumiBrite 6-pack listing (B010E1PEQO) pairs the higher concentration with short sessions of 10 to 15 minutes twice a day. LumiSmile's listing leads with minimal sensitivity and results in about 2 weeks.

If you have whitened before without issues, LumiBrite may suit you; if you are new or sensitive, LumiSmile is the gentler starting point. Our LumiBrite 32% review goes deeper on the stronger gel.

Which whitening gel should you buy?

Pick the LumiBrite 4-syringe refill for a standard course, the 6-syringe refill if you want more gel on hand, and the 2-syringe kit for a first try or a touch-up. Choose LumiSmile White if you prefer 16%. For a tray gel that comes with trays and fits a daily routine, Perio Restore is the one to look at.

Whitening works best on clean teeth, so pair it with a good brush and interdental cleaning. See our at-home oral care products roundup and the Rotadent replacement heads guide.

FAQ

What is the best teeth whitening gel for custom trays?

In this store, LumiBrite 32% carbamide peroxide by DenMat is the strongest option and is listed as compatible with custom trays. LumiSmile White at 16% is the milder alternative. Ask your dentist which suits you.

How much gel is in a LumiBrite syringe?

Most LumiBrite listings state 2.5 mL per syringe. A 4-syringe box is 10 mL and a 6-syringe box is 15 mL in total.

How long do you wear LumiBrite gel?

One LumiBrite 6-syringe listing states 10 to 15 minutes twice a day. Always follow the instructions inside your box and your dentist's advice, as directions can differ.

Do LumiBrite or LumiSmile come with trays?

No trays are listed for either gel. Perio Restore Gel is the only product here that includes trays, two in the box.

What is the difference between LumiBrite and LumiSmile?

LumiBrite is listed at 32% carbamide peroxide in mint flavor; LumiSmile White is 16% carbamide peroxide flavored with peppermint oil. Both come in 2.5 mL syringes.

Can kids use teeth whitening gel?

The listings do not cover children. Do not use whitening gel on children unless a dentist specifically advises it.

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