Anybody have particularly good or bad experience with Crest Whitening strips? Other recommendations?
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Bad experience here...they made my incisors ("fang") teeth SO sensitive I couldn't drink anything of any temperature without pain.
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the peroxide is a very reactive molecule, hence the ability to whiten.  for that reason, it is likely that the white strips will be less effective.  they'll probably still work somewhat.  \n\nwhat are you doing messing with those things anyway?  go to the dentist and get it done legitimately.  you'll be happier.  remember those white strips are made to fit everybody so that means they fit nobody.
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There was an infomercial for Didi-7 a few years ago.  That stuff worked FANTASTIC.  Other than that, try anything (other than chlorine bleach) that whitens gently.  Toothpaste works, depending on the brand.\n\nMy step-daughters had to have perfect white sneakers for cheerleading every game, but they did cheers on a cinder track & would ruin them every time.
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The one's you get from your dentist where they make a mold of your teeth and you wear them at night work really good.  The disadvantages are they may make your teeth sensitive if you overuse them.  But them you can just stop using it for a while and your teeth become normal again.  Don't buy Crest Whitestrips, they are horible to apply, they keep on slipping and I never noticed much difference with them.\nThe Laser Whitening is the best, but it is expensive and can burn your gums if they don't aim the laser properly.  But it was amazing how white they can get the teeth.  It doesn't last that long though if you drink pop and coffee.
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You could try crest white strips... I did but they tend to make my teeth too sensitive... Have you seen this infomercial for this thing that zaps you teeth with a blue light it's not to expensive but that works pretty well. But I would totally suggest you get you teeth whitened by a dentist I paid $500 that was over 5 years ago and I still get compliments on my teeth.
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either crest whitestrips also to keep up your "whiteness" quick rinse with peroxide everyday
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I would not recommend using any of the whitening toothpastes as they are very abrasive and could potentially damage the enamel of the teeth.  As for Crest White Strips, they are not approved by the ADA (American Dental Association).  The only products approved by the ADA are available at your dentist which is where I suggest you go to whiten your teeth.
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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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The crest whitening products work great. I use Crest whitening toothpaste and it's made a difference.
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yes, crest whitestrips. but if you want the good stuff, get crest whitestrips supreme.  only available online and at the dentist's office and they work WAY better than the ones you can buy at the store.  they claim to whiten 80% better than the regular ones.  i think they are around 40 bucks.
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My friend has the WHITEST teeth I have ever seen. She used Crest White Strips and Crest Vivid White toothpaste.
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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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Absolutely. I have tried quite a few products, some with great results and others with not-so-great results. \n\nCrest WhiteStrips - Great product, however I use them a bit differently. Generally, they instruct you to apply twice a day and for 5-7 days straight. For me, that makes my teeth sensitive and I don't like that trade off. So I use them twice a day for 2 days, then I use the rest of the package over the next few weeks, using the strips once a day, three days a week. By the end of the regimen, I am very white with almost no sensitivity. \n\nNight Effects - Tastes gross, not much whitening to it, and is a big fat hassle. The little brushes get clumpy, the paste hardens too quickly, a real hassle.\n\nRembrandt Whitening Trays - I'll tell you, I tried these, and I made it through about 1/2 the pack before I couldn't eat anything that wasn't room temperature. I loved how white they made my teeth, but I couldn't take the way that it seemingly ate through my enamel. :-) \n\nThat's all I can really think of right now, but I hope that gives you a good idea. Rembrandt also makes a nice whitening paste that I use IN ADDITION to my normal brushing. You just have to be careful to keep an eye on not brushing too much, as that could result in enamel or gum erosion. \n\nGood luck!
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NO.  I've been doing them for like 3 years now...THEY ARE AMAZiNG..[get Crest Whitestrips Supreme..they work the fastest]  \n\nno cancer here!...my dentist says it's completey healthy...may cause gum sensitivity though...[did for me..but it's SO worth it for the WHiTE teeth you get...and you don't have to pay out the a$$ for it]
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The more expensive the product, the better it is going to be.  So, starting with the cheapest, is brushing twice a day and flossing.  The cleaner your teeth are, the whiter they are going to be.  Stay away from coffee, tea, and red wine.  Then there's whitening toothpastes, floss, and rinses.  These will give results, but not as much as whitening stips or gels.  I know a lot of people who have been satisfied with Crest Whitening Strips.  Just be careful using whitening products, because they can cause sensitivity.  So, if you already have sensitive teeth, be aware.  Many electric toothbrushes claim to make teeth whiter.  I use the Sonicare brush, and I can tell a difference.  But it's not a dramatic difference.  I notice it, but I don't know if others do.  I know the Crest Spin Brush has one with brusheads that claim to whiten teeth.  If you're looking for a real big difference in shades, then you may want to try the strips.  It seems to be the biggest improvement for the cheapest.
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Well, I would reccommend the crest brand. If you want to know about the effectiveness of this brand, read the following paragraphs. For more info check out:\nhttp://www.animated-teeth.com/whitening_strips/a1_teeth_whitening.htm\n\nHow effective are teeth whitening strips?\nThere is simply no way to know for certain what type of whitening results will be possible with the use of any teeth whitening product. The results people experience are variable, period. This is because the teeth of any given population of people will display various types of tooth staining that has been produced by a variety of causes. As a result each of these people will have their own unique level of bleaching potential. \n\nAs you can no doubt imagine the overall effectiveness of teeth whitening products can be somewhat difficult to determine. In any given study there will be variability related to specifically which participants (by chance) got assigned to which group. In real life there will be variables not the least of which are which whitening systems are compatible with the user's lifestyle and perceptions of whitener use. Since peroxide-based teeth whitening simply seems to be one of cause and effect (the use of an appropriate whitener for an appropriate duration) it seems that compliance to the whitening system's instructions will be of paramount importance in the user's ability to obtain the whitening results they are after. \n\nThe published clinical studies we have reviewed seem to suggest that teeth whitening strips coated with 6% hydrogen peroxide whitener can be expected to provide similar whitening results as tray-based systems using a 10% carbamide peroxide whitener (a technique which at this point is generally accepted as the unofficial standard for at-home teeth whitening systems). As alluded to previously, since teeth whitening is simply a case of cause and effect, when choosing between teeth whitening strips or a tray-based system, selecting the system whose instructions you find easiest to comply with will make it more likely you will achieve the whitening results you are after. Compliance to a system is everything.
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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