do teeth whiteners really work? which is best?
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I think so---I use Crest White Strips.  In fact whenever I use them, my dentist alwasy comments on how white my teeth are.
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There really isn't any that are considered best.  You just need to check the package if you are in the US to see if it passes ADA standards.  Also, try for a tartar control.  Other than that, find one that tastes good to you.  If you use the *whitening* ones too often, it's not good. Use that kind every other time, OK.
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i kno this from experience CREST IS WHITENING STRIPS THE BOMB man i surprised my friends when i got bak from vacation because my teeth were so much more whiter!!! i have tried everything else besides this and nothing else works as well
314072
Crest white strips professional or premium.. . their a little expensive but work very well and the whiteness lasts. YOu can get the highest potency from your dentist and other levels straight from the drug store
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Abbrasives! Beware, these so called whiteners will typically destroy the enamel coating on your teeth, exposing them to infections and eventaully your teeth will rot.\nWhen you brush with these abbrasives it is similar to brushing with sand, you are litteraly grinding the surface of your teeth off!
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you can mix peroxide and household baking soda and brush your teeth with it and it will whiten your teeth...cheaper than the products and just as good as what you see on t.v. it dont tast good but it works...oh it does not whiten your gums either...
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I hear Crest White-Strips are best if you are doing it yourself. I went to my dentist and for about $300.00 he made impressions of my teeth and for two weeks I put a whitening gel into the mouth inserts and voila!! My teeth are probably 4-5 shades whiter.
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I have been a cosmetic dentist for 22 years now (time sure flies). We have tried just about ALL of the quick, in-office, expensive systems that are available. In the short term, they may amaze you. In the long term (days to weeks afterward), you most likely will be disappointed because your teeth will revert to their original shade. Every dentist and sales representative (who doesn't have a vested interest) I know has the same opinion.\n\nSome parameters you need to be aware of:\n1. Crest Whitening Strips may work okay for you, but they are relatively weak, do not whiten all of your teeth, and may leave a line where the strip doesn't cover the entire tooth. It's inexpensive, and we have had patients who were pleased with the result (until they saw what we are capable of doing).\n\n2. The 1 hour in-office systems marketed have a greater chance of success on those people in the range of 18-25 years old. The teeth are more amenable to accept the whitening gel. Just after the treatment, everyone's teeth are whiter. Not just due to the whitening agent, but mostly due to the dehydration from having your mouth open, and under a hot lamp (not a laser) for so long. Again, a disqualifier: We have had one very successful, long lasting Zoom treatment on a 62 year old. I have discontinued using our "Zoom 2" system because I am very disappointed in the results.\n\n3. Your best results will be from a professional system through a dental office. There are different systems available. You can try the in-office systems if you're under 25 or so, but in my office I wouldn't even offer it to you (remember, I don't use it any longer) because I cannot guarantee long term results for the kind of expense involved.\n\n4. A basic whitening system involves taking a mold of your teeth, then pouring plaster into the mold. This plaster model of your teeth will be used to form a soft plastic horseshoe-shaped covering over your teeth, which is the whitening tray. You place a small amount of whitening gel into the tray, place the tray onto your teeth every day (from 1-8 hours, depending the the gel) for 7-14 days, and VOILA, whiter teeth. Here's my but (not that one): the accuracy of the mold and the technique of making the tray have a major impact on how well the tray seals against your teeth and if the whitening gel stays in place, or if your saliva gets into it and dilutes the whitening gel, which results in less effect.\n\n5. Have your teeth cleaned before any whitening procedure. This gives the technique the best chance for success.\n\n6. The success of the whitening depends on you. Your hygiene must be impeccable, including brushing and flossing twice a day (as is best anyway). If you choose to be sloppy with the way you clean your teeth, the plaque (bacteria) that develops on your teeth daily will insulate your teeth and lessen the effect of the whitening gel. Hygiene has a lot to do with your overall health, but this is an entirely different subject.\n\n7. A lot of people (myself included) develop very sensitive teeth during the whitening process (including the 1 hour in-office systems). With a standard system as described above, we used to tell people to stop wearing the tray for a few days, then wear it again, then stop, until they reached the peak whitening (7-10 whitening days usually). The sensitivity will subside, and there is no permanent damage.\n\n8. During the whitening process, your teeth will pick up stains easier, so no red wine, no smoking, no coffee, no dark soft drinks, no soy sauce, etc. Common sense items. After your teeth are white, it's okay to use them again.\n\n9. There is a proprietary system that we now use, which was developed by a dentist in Southern California. It is not advertised or marketed very heavily, but works fantastic for all ages, all levels of staining, has little if any sensitivity (I was the guinea pig and almost no sensitivity for 16 days straight). It really gets yo
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I used it about 4 months ago and to be honest, at first my teeth did not appear to be whiter, but I think it was like a day or two later, my teeth actually started looking whiter. Not shockingly white but I could tell they were whiter.  I would recommend it.
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Get ZOOM whitening from the dentist if you can afford it. They use that on all the makeover shows. If you gotta go low budget, use Crest whitening strips....they work too!!! But you have to use them everyday!!
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My Dentist says that there two types of teeth in regards to brightening products:  1) those which will benefit from professional treatment by a Dentist (expensive)and 2)those that will not (but do respond to the over-the-counter brighteners.)  I have used most of the OTC brighteners as well as all the toothpastes.  My vote goes to Crest Strips, but if you are on a tight budget, Walmart has a brand for around $10.  Good luck & GOD bless.
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The best way to whiten your teeth is to see your dentist.  I wouldn't recommend anything over the counter.
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Homemade Teeth Whiteners\n\nWhitener / Cleanser - 1\nBaking soda, 1 teaspoon\nHydrogen peroxide, a few drops\nMix the two ingredients and use as a paste on your teeth and gums two times a week.\n\nTooth Whitener / Cleanser - 2\nBaking soda, 3 teaspoon\nTable salt, 1 teaspoon\nMix the two ingredients and use as a tooth powder.\n\nWarning\nYou should never use lemon/lime juice for teeth whitening. Chewable vitamin C tablets with or without sugar are acidic and are a hazard for not only children’s teeth but also to adult's teeth. Do not use lemon juice for whitening because vitamin C will cause the teeth to lose calcium, damaging teeth quicker than anything else.
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Crest Whitening Strips work really well. Only problem is that they could possibly make your teeth more sensitive. I used them and saw a difference but stopped because of the teeth sensitivity thing.
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I use Chrest Whitestrips and I absolutely love them!  Ok, but besides what I like, here's what I can tell you.  Most whitening toothpastes don't work andt he ones that do work...they take too long to make a difference.  Cosmetic whitening can be expensive.  Chrest whitestips WORK!  After using them about two times, you can tell a difference.  They are kind of expensive...about $25-$35 depending on which kind you get, but they both work great.  If money is your concern, try the less expensive one.  It's kind of weird at first to feel something stuck to your teeth for 30 minutes.  And I suggest that when you take them off you have the toothbrush with toothpaste ready.  Don't lick your teeth after you take the strips off cuz the gel is NASTY!  Plus...some people, not all, experience soft teeth after using it.  It just feels like your teeth are soft and weak.  But I never experienced that.  I still use them, not everyday though.  Just when I'm going out and I want my teeth to look good.  Because let me tell you...yellow teeth is a BIG turn off.  Good luck with whatever you choose.
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I use three different products to whiten my teeth. \n\nListerine has a new mouthwash that foams and whitens your teeth and is effective when used with Arm & Hammer whitening toothpaste. \n\nTo get that quick and effective white right away, try Rembrandt's 2 Hour White.
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Be careful with those white strips.  The peroxide they use damages the tooth enamel.  I would say get Go Smile instead.  More expensive, but better results and no tooth damage.