Do White Strips (for teeth) work??
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I do not recommend using them because they are not approved by the ADA (American Dental Association).  To whiten your teeth you should see your dentist.
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No whitening is permanent but you can help it in lasting longer.  Stay away from smoking, dark colored drinks such as colas, coffee and even tea.  If you nust drink those things use a straw to get it away from the front of your teeth.  The whitestrips are the same as the whitening you will recieve in the dental chair just without the ultra violet light this is why they take longer to do.  Use a whitening tooth paste to follow up each night because all foods can stain if you dont brush properly.
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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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At first I used them as directed for a week and it worked really well. People commented that my teeth looked whiter (they weren't horribly yellow to begin with) Now I use them once or twice a week at night for 30 minutes to keep them as white.
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Crest Whitestrips can make your teeth very sensitive and also they are not approved by the ADA (American Dental Association).  There are no products you can purchase over-the-counter that is approved by the ADA.  The best way to whiten your teeth is to see your dentist as they have the only whitening products that are approved by the ADA and also so they can monitor you through your treatment in the event any problems arise.  Also, whitening toothpastes do not change the shade of your teeth and are very abrasive and can cause potential damage to the enamel of the teeth.
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Zoom is an "in office" procedure and costs anywhere from $400-700. \nToothpaste and Mouthwashes will not whiten your teeth, they will only help reduce stains.\nCrest White Strips are approved by the ADA and therefore, the only over the counter system I would recommend.\nI never advise anyone to use the whitneing treatments overnight. \nI'm located in Upstate, NY
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6 of one... half dozen of the other.... but neither will actually 'whiten' your teeth.  They may work a little better at removing every day staining caused by such things as smoking and drinking dark beverages but they will not change the actual shade of your teeth.  Also, they are very abrasive and could potentially cause damage to your enamel.  I would not recommend using them.  See your dentist if you want to whiten your teeth.  The only whitening systems for home use that have been approved by the ADA are Colgate Platinum Daytime Professional Whitening System, Opalescence, and Nite White. All of which can only be obtained from your dentist.
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Crest White Strips...they work great and you can get coupons for them...you can whiten your teeth up to four shades.  good luck.
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yes...al you have to do is use ALOT of whitening strips lol
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The crest whitestrips premium are very good! I used them and my teeth were noticably whiter after just 2 uses. After using the whole box, it looked like I had the professional whitening done.
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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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The crest whitening products work great. I use Crest whitening toothpaste and it's made a difference.
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New Crest White strips are now made for older people...look for the "renewal" version.  You must do them daily, though to keep up with the program and see full results.  Also, your dentist may recommend whitening products but at a much more expensive price ($300 and up).  Toothpastes with whitening help battle future stains but do little to get rid of older stains.  Drink coffee with straws along with tea and soda.
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Yes.  I've answered this question before.  Crest Whitestrips or Rembrandt both work very well.  We recommend them at the dental office that I work at.  I also use them myself.  Use them as directed and you will be pleased.
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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 myself have used whiteners and other over the counter agents to defeat plaque and I have to say they only work for a short period of time.  Be sure you follow your other recommended uses of taking care of your teeth.  To understand its benefits and pitfalls, talk to the pharmacy or your dentist.
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This happened to me a few times before I realized something. Don't brush your teeth anywhere near the time when you want to use the white strips--I'm talking many hours. If I brushed my teeth in the morming and used whitestrips in the late afternoon, I was fine. Otherwise it burned!