Lumoral® dual-light therapy: reduces bleeding gums

Yes. Lumoral is actively recommended for patients with implants — peri-implantitis is one of the strongest evidence categories, see the Lähteenmäki 2025 RCT, n=40 — as well as for people with crowns/bridges and orthodontic patients. The mouthpiece is a light applicator: it does not need to be custom-made, so a perfect fit is not required. ICG does not stain implants or restorations during normal use.

With consistent use, bleeding usually starts to decrease within 2 to 4 weeks. The HOPE-CP RCT measured outcomes at 6 months. That is where the 51% / 23% gum-health figure comes from. In one published case, BOP dropped from 52% to 15% in 4 weeks; in a dental hygienist testimonial, it dropped from 25% to 2% in month 3. Individual results vary with starting condition, smoking, diabetes and consistency.

Yes, Lumoral is safe during pregnancy. There is no UV light, ICG has been used in medicine since 1958 and is not absorbed in the gut, and the device is non-invasive. Pregnancy is a period of increased risk for periodontal disease, so good oral hygiene is even more important then. Mention it to your midwife or dentist if you wish.

If you take medication that can cause photosensitivity, such as certain tetracyclines, isotretinoin, amiodarone, St John's wort and some others, consult your dentist or doctor before starting photodynamic therapy. The 405 nm and 810 nm wavelengths used by Lumoral have been applied clinically for years, but your medical history matters. The mouthpiece directs the light into the oral cavity. Eye exposure is minimal by design.

The frequency depends on your situation. With active gingivitis or just after periodontal cleaning: daily for the first weeks, then transition to a lighter maintenance rhythm. With a healthy mouth and preventive use: lighter, less frequent. Your dentist or dental hygienist determines the right cadence for your stage. Each session uses one Lumorinse tablet (49,90€ per pack of 30, 29,90€/mo with subscription).

Yes. Lumoral is shipped throughout the EU, including the Netherlands. Delivery usually takes 5–7 working days. CE-marked Class IIa medical device, manufactured by Koite Health Ltd, Espoo, Finland. 30-day return period from delivery.

No. Lumoral is an addition to brushing, flossing and regular dental visits. It is designed to make the rest of your routine more effective by breaking down the biofilm your toothbrush cannot reach. If you have an active infection, abscess or untreated caries, see a dentist first.

Not directly. Lumoral is not a whitening device. But by removing plaque-bound discoloration — stains from coffee, tea and red wine trapped in the biofilm — many users see their natural color more clearly. If you want teeth a few shades whiter, look at peroxide treatment. If you want healthy gums and the brightness of truly clean teeth, Lumoral does that.

It is a light applicator: it does not need to be custom-made, so a perfect fit is not required. Most users describe mild warmth during the 10-minute session. That is a side effect of the LED function, not the bactericidal action itself. Do not bite it. Increased saliva during use is normal.

Lumoral is intended for personal use. Each user should have their own mouthpiece. For households where two people want to use it, we sell a two-person bundle so everyone has their own mouthpiece. We do not recommend sharing a mouthpiece, for the same reason you would not share a toothbrush.

There is no catch. If your gums are not measurably better within 30 days, email us at info@shoplumoral.nl, return the device, and we will refund the purchase price. Return shipping costs are yours. No restocking fees. We can offer this because the mechanism is published and reproducible. Most return requests come from photosensitivity contraindications we would rather have heard about earlier, which is why they are listed above.