Do whitening strips really whiten your teeth?
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you can also take one part hydrogen peroxide to one part water and use it like a mouth wash. it whitens with out "bleaching" which is really bad for your enamel. it's also a lot cheaper.
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Depends on your teeth.  I used Crest Whitestrips for a time, and they worked really well (I definitely noticed a difference in the whiteness of my teeth).  However, they irritated my gums to the point where my dentist told me to stop using them and they made my teeth super sensitive to cold and hot (i.e. eating ice cream or drinking tea was painful).  I've never done the laser whitening/Brite Smile, but I've seen those treatments work wonders for folks who have (they are not cheap though).  I would advise trying the strips (making sure to abide by the time guidelines) - you will like the effects of them (they do really work) and if they don't bother your teeth/gums, you should be able to continue use.
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The only way to get your teeth super white is by bleaching or veneers. Whitestrips do not wear tooth enamel away. I'm a licenced dental hygienist and I use them all of the time. They do cause sensitivity though but it goes away. That is the cheapest route. The next step up is bleaching trays and in office whitening which is expensive and not worth the cost for the instant gratification. Whatever you do do not go crazy with whitening toothpaste.  This really does wear down enamel over time, esp. if you are scrubbing because you don't like the tooth color. All that makes toothpaste"whitening" is just abrasive stuff. Then you scrub off the enamel to expose the dentin which is naturally yellow in color. Sorry to ramble but I see this every day.
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Just get a box of 'Crest White Strips' from walmart. They work really well.
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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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No, whitening will not work on this tooth.  I think a porcelain crown would be your best bet.  It will probably look more natural than any other option you have.  Another choice though that hasn't been mentioned is nonvital bleaching.  My husband had it done on a front tooth and it made the darkness lighter, but it still is a little bit darker than the rest of his teeth.  I've seen mixed results with this procedure.  If you go to the 1st link below and scroll down to the pictures and where it says nonvital bleaching, it will show a case that didn't work out, but that tooth was really dark to begin with.  The second link shows one that worked out better.  But talk to your dentist about it and he will be able to give you choices and help you make the decision that is best for you.
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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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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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The crest whitening products work great. I use Crest whitening toothpaste and it's made a difference.
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The products that you mentioned have such a small whitening ability it would be fine to use them in conjuction w/ Crest Whitestrips.  Just be on the look out for any sensitivity that develops, should this occur cut back on the use of whiteneing products.
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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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Hi, Crest white Strips will take the enamel(sp?) of of your teeth. The enamal protects your teeth. I recommend not to use them. It works beutifully, but here are some homemade methods that are great!\n\n1)It's not a myth...baking powder works like magic, I personally have used it. Baking soda is a natural bleach, so it actually can not do any harm for you!\n\n2)Have you tried hydrogen peroxide (Sp?). It too works great. If you mix them together on your toothbrush you will have a white smile. (It is recommend not to use the hydrogen poroxide more than 3 times a week)\n\nAnyways, give it a try...and I hope it helps! \n\nP.S. By the way many people use lemon juice. DO NOT use this. It is too citrusy for your teeth and can eat away at them. Good luck! :)
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It's not going to happen.  Whitening toothpastes will not change the shade of your teeth.... at best, they may do a little better at removing some of the everyday stains caused by such things as smoking and drinking dark beverages.  I do not recommend them because they are very abrasive and could potentially harm the enamel of the teeth.  As for the over-the-counter bleaching materials such as crest white strips, NONE of them are approved by the ADA (American Dental Association).  For products that are approved by the ADA you will need to see your dentist.  Also, it's best to be under the care of a dentist while you are whitening due to high reports of sensitivity and in case of any allergic reactions.
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Use crest whitening strips. They work really good! You will be confident and show off your teeth in just a short time of using them.
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You just need to call the dentists in your area and ask them if they accept this for teeth whitening.  My question is why not just go buy a box of crest white strips as this is what my dentist recommended if I wanted to whiten my teeth.
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Probably not, but I'm not a dentist, so don't take that literally.  Best bet would be to call your dentist and ask.  Also, I believe teeth whitening runs about $300.  \n\nI would recommend trying the Crest Teeth Whitening strips for a couple weeks and see how that goes.  That should run you around $30-40.
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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.