Thursday, April 16, 2009

Teeth whitening?

I was just wondering if anyone could suggest a method of whitening my teeth that is not too expensive. Maybe a home-made method? If not, any suggestions on the best store bought product for your money?

Teeth whitening?
Chewing on crunchy foods like carrots, apples and celery, is said to cause friction which helps get debris off your teeth that can stain them. There are many old natural remedies and some new natural and/or herbal products, as well as, some chemical products, all claiming to whiten teeth.





The color of teeth comes from genetics originally, and it varies person to person. Teeth will natually discolor over time due to age. The best way to keep teeth as white and you were designed to have, is to avoid foods, liquids, drugs, and products that stain teeth.





Avoid things known to stain teeth, like coffee, tea, red wine, berries, tobacco products, food colorings, etc.... Avoid direct exposure to a lot of raw lemons or citrus products like tomatos, limes, oranges, as the citric acid wears the enamel off the teeth, and when dentin is exposed (like with cavities), it can cause discoloration. If you do eat them, rinse your teeth right away. Avoid carbonated drinks that contain phosphoric acid, like coca cola for the same reason. Sports drinks often contain citric acid, phosphoric acid and organic acid (coffee contains organic acids, also). The latter two are known to break down calcium, along with breaking down enamel. Also, If you eat raw papaya or raw pineapple, rinse your mouth after eating them, as they have enzymes that can cause sores in your mouth and gums, because they break down proteins.





The antibiotic tetracycline is known to cause teeth to stain and so is fluoride and caffeine. Mercury fillings cause teeth to stain where the tooth comes in contact with the filling; This is because of galvanization. So, one should get all amalgams replaced. Gold seems to be ok as long as it is a good quality gold such as high noble, and white composites or porcelain fillings can be used.





Hydrogen peroxide can whiten teeth, but it can penetrate teeth, which are porous, and cause sensitivity. It is used in dental bleaching. It is a special 35% solution, so buying the 2% bottle of it over the counter in hopes to make your teeth white, will not work and could eventually cause sensitivity, irritation, or inflamation of the gums. Myself, I do not recommend teeth whiteners of any kind, for the same reason. If you do decide to use a teeth whitener, either over the counter or from the dentist, if you are not avoiding foods that cause staining, your teeth will stain again, and you will have wasted your money. To whiten your teeth often, will most likely cause sensitivity, enamel breakdown, and can lead to cavities. The long term effects of teeth bleaching on nerves and blood vessels inside the teeth are unknown. Laser bleaching seems to cause more problems with sensitivity than non-laser bleaching. Bleaching does not work on false teeth, crowns, veneers or fillings (even white ones). You may opt to replace those with lighter shades if you don%26#039;t like the color. Bleaching is not recommended for children whose teeth are still developing or for pregnant or breastfeeding women.





It is important to brush after meals to avoid plaque and tartar build up, which can also cause discoloration. Avoid toothpastes that contain abrasives to fight plaque and tarter, as they can wear away enamel and make the dentin show through (which has a yellowish or brownish tint), which can cause staining, or cavities or cause your teeth to appear brown or yellow. Also, avoid brushing too hard for the same reason. If you do consume products that cause staining, use water to rinse your mouth directly afterward.





There is a technique called internal bleaching. The only way it can be done is to have a root canal, and root canals cause devastating health effects and should be avoided altogether.





The British Dental Association has expressed concern that the smokers%26#039; whitening toothpastes Clinomyn and Pearl Drops are too abrasive. Many whitening toothpastes contain titanium dioxide, a suspected carcinogen and can be absorbed by the skin, and, when the effluent containing it is discharged from manufacturers, it acidifies rivers and seas.





Smokers toothpaste, Topol, containing an abrasive form of silica to remove heavy stains from tar and resin deposits can cause damage to cementum and dentin in people with gingival recession, resulting root exposure.





Tooth whitening actually requires modifying the intrinsic tooth color, chemically alterating the chromophores within the tooth. Whitening toothpastes using bicarbonate, alumina and polyphosphates cannot whiten teeth; All they can do is contribute to stain removal. Whitening requires bleaching or enzymatic disruption.





Acid penetration and dissolution has not been an acceptable method of whitening for nearly a century.





Many products claim whitening ability with various peroxides -- hydrogen, calcium or carbamide. For over-the-counter peroxide content is kept low. It has effervescence and maybe some short-lived bleaching because peroxide is rapidly broken down by oral enzymes from bacteria and saliva. Gels stay on longer, but must be used with a tray to work. Only whitening products used by dentists have ADA acceptance. Over-the-counter product manufacturers have never attempted such claims.





A product called NatureWhite contains carbamide peroxide is supposed to whiten your teeth dramatically with just one 45 Minute application. It is said to be the same thing that dentists use and that dentists use a 12% solution while NatureWhite uses a 22% solution. Crest white strips, by comparison, have a 3% solution.





Before whitening your teeth, you should find out if your teeth have thin enamel. This can cause your teeth to have a yellowish or brownish apperance. Whitening will not help in this situation and can make appearance worse and cause sensitivity.





There are herbs that have been used throughout history to whiten teeth. Sage boiled in water to make tea was said to strengthen gums and whiten teeth. During the middle ages, powdered mint leaves were used to whiten teeth. Charcoal was touted as the best powder to use for whitening teeth, removing tartar and preventing decay. Other common ingredients in tooth powders included: cream of tartar, camphor, white castile soap powder, cuttle fish bone, precipitated chalk, powdered borax, powdered gum myrrh, powdered orris root, and talc. The majority of these ingredients cleaned and whitened teeth.





Here are some other natural remedies :





Take a teaspoon of lemon juice and a tsp of salt. Make a paste. Apply this on the yellowish tint.





Use the inner white part of an orange peel to rub teeth for a lovely white shine.





Take half teaspoon of bi-carbonate of soda mixed with a little water to form a paste. Rub this on your teeth.





Dried %26amp; powdered Bay leaves combined with dried orange peel is an excellent whitener.





Strawberries, oddly enough are said to have cleansing and bleaching properties that can help remove of tea and coffee stains, especially from dentures. Crush the strawberries gently and rub the pulp onto your teeth. Rinse with water.





There are some new tooth pastes and products with Bromaine Complex, a combination of the natural enzymes, Bromelaine from pineapple, and Papain from papaya, said to be clinically proven to whiten teeth.





Dentizyme is an herbal remedy; it consists of a unique blend of bio-active plant enzymes, organic botanicals, rainforest botanicals, and essential oils. Dentizyme users report fewer or no gum disease symptoms, they also report that their gums look pinker and healthier along with excellent teeth whitening results and teeth stains are said to disappear entirely with continued use of this herbal extract.


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here is some info on zoom:





http://www.rebeccablood.net/archive/2007...





Price is $500 to $675





How does Zoom teeth whitening work?





This method consists of a mixture of gel and special light wave treatments. The patient is seated and the dentist uses a retractor to separate the lips from the teeth so that the gel can be applied. A special gel is then applied on all the exterior faces of the teeth. The dentist is careful, at this point, not to let the gel touch the patient’s gums too much, as it may cause irritation or lesions.





How long does it last and what effects can I expect?





The answers to the questions are different from one person to another. In most cases, a Zoom teeth whitening procedure is done twice a year. An average person who drinks coffee frequently and smokes daily will have improved tooth brightness - around 10 shades brighter. After the procedure is completed, the teeth will gradually start to regain their yellowish color over time, depending on how well you take care of them. On average, people who went through in office tooth whitening procedures noticed that their teeth stay white for months, although the initial brightness does not last more than a few weeks.


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for toothpaste, i recommend neydent or apagard and for a toothbrush, i recommend an ionic (not sonic) brush.





Neydent





NeyDent ® prevents caries and pain when the teeth are extremely sensitive. NeyDent ® also improves the blood flow, which strengthens the gums and builds up resistance against colds and infections.





or





APAGARD remineralizing toothpaste





• According to the Japan Corporate News Network, Japanese toothpaste manufacturer Sangi has developed a technology to control ultrafine particles. The company will start to distribute New-Apagard, a toothpaste based on the technology, in April 2004. Sangi claims the paste is highly effective in re-calcifying and whitening teeth.
Reply:White washing your teeth might be cheaper but hazardous. Hence, you have no alternative to consulting a dentist.
Reply:I%26#039;ve used Crest Whitening Strips. They are cheap and work well.
Reply:Well, you can use teeth whitening system but there are rumors that teeth whitening system is cancerous.
Reply:in the end....office whitening. u will spend way more on over the counter products that will never get your teeth as white as you want. if you get the trays done in the office its a one time fee. u get 2 syringes of gel for 2 weeks and your teeth will be totally white. after a year you will need to buy more gel to touch up which only costs about 25 dollars and you only need to touch up 2 days and the gel goes in the fridge til u need it again.
Reply:I use, and love, Crest Whitening Strips. They start at a little over $10 and go to over $40. I have always been happy with the results. After I complete the whitening process I use Crest Vivid White tooth paste to help boost the color and even everything out. I also suggest you invest in an electric tooth brush, it will help naturally whiten your teeth and keep them white.





Good Luck!
Reply:Commercial tooth whiteners use hydrogen peroxide and


are expensive and inconvenient. A cheap and natural


tooth whitening home remedy uses few strawberries


but certain precautions have to be followed. details


available at http://tinyurl.com/ep7yg



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Teeth whitening??

I%26#039;m after a good teeth whitening product that actually works. Something i can use at home and buy from a chemist. Do you people know of anything??

Teeth whitening??
Overall I would say that most of my patient%26#039;s have had some measure of success with the Crest Whitestrips, some more than others. Our office uses Crest Supreme which are much stronger than what you can buy in a drugstore and don%26#039;t cost that much more ($60.00 vs $30.00). You can purchase the drugstore version, but do yourself the favor of using them right after you get your teeth cleaned as any staining and buildup (tartar or plaque) will impede their ability to work. Also, don%26#039;t use fluoride toothpaste before putting the strips on (same reason). The strips are probably your best low price alternative, much less than in office whitening or custom trays (about $500.00). I am also hearing happy reviews with the Aquafresh whitening trays, unlike the strips they don%26#039;t have the tendency to slip or move). All of the methods (strips, trays, custom trays, in office whitening) have the potential to make your teeth temporarily sensitive, but will not harm the enamel. You might try to drink dark liquids through a straw and don%26#039;t smoke. Most whitening toothpastes just remove stain on the surfaces of your teeth and therefore are not so effective. Whatever method you use it will not whiten your teeth for life, as you age your teeth will get darker and may need to be whitened again.





Good luck!





JAMRDH - a dental hygienist
Reply:The best products are available from the dentist, but they are more expensive.
Reply:Crest Whitestrips
Reply:GoSmile makes toothpaste and whitening kits that work GREAT- a bit more expensive than most- but I swear I saw a difference in ONE use with the toothpaste! www.gosmile.com
Reply:I user Blanx from boots, it quite expensive around £7 but is quite good, I get the intense stain removal one.
Reply:i use denivit around 3.00 sterling
Reply:Quite a few people are allergic to the chemical which whitens teeth so watch out.
Reply:don%26#039;t waste your time and money on DIY product, just go to a dentist and get it done professionally, it will last longer too.
Reply:the crest 7 day whiting strips work but i recmend 7 days more than 14 days
Reply:try asking your dentist for some good and safe recommendations. http://www.oramd.com/teeth-whitening-art... also has some good list of options you can try. Hope it helps!
Reply:i have just seeen a colgate whitening paste, it costs about 4 pounds ,it can only be used once a week , the tiny tube has enough for 6 aplications, read the ingredients, some people are allergic to titanium dioxide , this is an ingredient in some whitening toothpastes.



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Teeth whitening?

how much do orthodontists charge for teeth whitening what is the average cost?

Teeth whitening?
it can run up to 600 dollars if you do the %26#039;zoom%26#039; teeth whitening which is same day whitening. If you read your local newpaper (or alternative paper) you might be able to find some real good specials... even first time patients pricing.
Reply:You can go in to see one and get a quote.
Reply:300 to 500
Reply:depends on what you have done the new thing zoomthat they do with the ultra violet lights is a few hundred dollars
Reply:way too much... from $500 on up to over $2k, however my sister is a dental hygienist and she told me to use hydrogen peroxide a few years ago... just let it slash in your mouth for a few mins and then spit it out and re-brush your teeth... do it once a day and you%26#039;ll have whiter teeth in less than a week... all at the cost of about 48 cents!!!
Reply:its stupid.... it makes ur teeth look like it was fake.... becuz it makes it unnaturally fake... so i used the cogate whitening.... not the strips beucz those suck... the small bottle that looks like white out.... its awesome becuz i used it too.
Reply:If you want a cheaper alternative, I suggest Listorine whitening mouthwash. I%26#039;ve been using it twice a day before brushing and noticed a big difference after only a week.
Reply:It does cost alot to get your teeth whitened by an orthodontist, I agree with the post above about the Listerine Whitening, I have been using it and it has made a noticable difference, my teeth are whiter and all you have to do is swish it around in your mouth for a minute before you brush! :)
Reply:well mate.. first of all an orthodontist does`nt deal with teeth whitening.. unless he or she has general practice too... prices vary from clinic to clinic.. the ZOOM 2 is the best in the market at present with minimum side effects....


And please dont listen to people saying to use Hydrogen Peroxide.. cos if it is not in the right dilution u will end up burning ur gums and cheek....they may end up white instead of your teeth!
Reply:50-100$











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Reply:Its cheaper to use the strips or buy the stronger strength strips from your dentist office.



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Teeth Whitening?

i want to use whitening trays BUT





i have super sensitive teeth. i mean super sensitive. (tried sensodyne, didnt help btw.) What can I do?

Teeth Whitening?
they may be too strong for you. they hurt my teeth if i use them 2x a day like suggested on the box.





to lessen the intensity, do not brush your teeth immediately before using the trays.





if they are too intense for you, stop using. give them to your mom or someone. (my mom gave me the whitestrips she bought and found painful to use.)





a good toothpaste is colgate total whitening. there is a vivid white by crest but i tried it and it didn%26#039;t work well and it%26#039;s not ADA approved. if you check toothpastes, not all are approved by the American Dental Association, meaning the claims have not been validated. most whitening toothpastes, like vivid white and rembrandt are not ADA approved, but colgate total whitening is.





if the toothpaste is too strong, talk to your dentist about what to use.
Reply:Most whitening trays instruct you to use them twice daily...if you have sensitive teeth try using them once a day.
Reply:I reccomend that you may visit your dentist ..
Reply:1)Why are your teeth discolored?


2)Tea,Coffee,Soda(worst)stainers.


3Check the whitening ingredients;enamel erosion leads to dental caries(cavities)


4)THREE FACTORS:YOUR TEETH


a.Mother health/nutrition


b.Genetic traits


c.Diet


Prove Home Remedy:


Hydrogen Peroxide and Baking Soda


Make a paste %26amp; brush daily.


you%26#039;ll see the difference in 3 days!Floss!
Reply:i advice u to use another whitening devices than the trays..


don%26#039;t use any commercial whitenings unless u ask ur dentist..


and to solve ur sensitivity , the dentist should examine ur teeth to fine the tooth that causes most of the sensitivity to make for it root canal... then u%26#039;ll find ur self much better.



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Teeth Whitening?

I%26#039;m getting my braces off in about a month and I%26#039;m scarred that they won%26#039;t be as white as they were before I got braces (4 years ago...). I am wondering if there are any side-effects whitening strips would have on my teeth, if you recommend them, and if so what you%26#039;re favourite kind is!





Thank-you!

Teeth Whitening?
It%26#039;s perfectly fine to bleach your teeth. Yes your teeth may be sensitive....but only for a couple days. You can stop bleaching when they get sensitive and then do it again once they feel better. I would recommend Crest White Strips Premium from the store or Crest White Strips Supreme from your dentist.
Reply:yes whitening strips..or any sort of tooth whitening product would have to %26quot; bleach %26quot; your hair,and thats not good for your teeth simply because it takes off the top layer of your teeth,causing your teeth to be very sensitive to %26quot;cold%26quot; and maibe even %26quot;hot%26quot; things you eat/drink.
Reply:One popular tooth whitening product that you can use is bleaching solution that contains peroxide for bleaching tooth enamel. The bleaching agent in these products is usually carbamide peroxide, which is available in 10, 16 and 22 percent concentrations.





Whiteners that contain peroxide typically come in gel form and are placed in a mouthguard. Some products are used twice a day for 2 weeks while others are intended for overnight use for a 1 to 2 weeks period. If you can obtain the bleaching solution from your dentist, he will be able to construct a custom mouth guard to fit your teeth precisely. Currently, the American Dental Association endorses only dentist-dispensed home-use percent carbamide peroxide tray-applied gels.





In addition to bleaching solution, whitening strips are increasingly being used as a preferred tooth whitening product. For instance, you are now able to get your hands on a set of Crest Whitestrips Supreme from any convenience store. The flexible, invisible strips are coated with an enamel-safe tooth bleaching gel. To whiten your teeth, you simply place the strips on your teeth and wear them for about 15 to 30 minutes each day. After a period of about 21 days, you should be able to see a significant difference on the brightness of your teeth. And not to worry, it has not result in any bad side effects so far!





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Teeth whitening?

any good tips for whitening teeth.afraid husband is heavy smoker.i no it is disgusting.they are realy bad,and is embarresed to go to dentist.

Teeth whitening?
I buy whitening strips online they are very good I use this site


https://www.dentist.net/whitestrips-comp...
Reply:I like crest whitening rinse.
Reply:Sorry but the f@gs have got to stop. Seriously. They are the very worst thing you can do to your teeth (after sugar of course.)


Other tips: electric toothbrush (TWICE a day); flossing; avoiding cola/tea/coffee as much as possible; whitening toothpaste such as Arm %26amp; Hammer Extra Whitening.





But, above all, a trip to the dentist for clinical advice. Forget the embarrassment.



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Teeth Whitening?

Are there any natural, at home remedies for teeth whitening? Would be interesting to know......

Teeth Whitening?
Try using a mixture of bicarbonate of soda and lemon juice. Mix to a watery paste and brush vigorously. Rinse and see instant results. It does not taste nice but gets the job done!
Reply:Strawberries have a natural bleaching effect and are loaded with Vitamin C, so you simply can%26#039;t lose. Rub the pulp over your teeth and then rinse.





Lemon peel massaged over the teeth is often used for whitening. Rinse thoroughly.





Avoid smoking. This is one of the quickest ways of turning white teeth yellow.
Reply:Are the teeth still inside a head. If so is the head part of a living being or has the said organism expired.


More robust teeth whitening methods may be employed if the subject is dead or the subject is held down securely and your not too worried about effects on general health.
Reply:brush daily atleast three times.wash itwith rohit and rohit teeth powder easily available in market.comon make ur teeth like the colour of snow.
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Teeth Whitening For a White and Shiny Teeth


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Reply:Commercial tooth whiteners use hydrogen peroxide and


are expensive and inconvenient. A cheap and natural


tooth whitening home remedy uses few strawberries


but certain precautions have to be taken.


I found the information at http://tinyurl.com/ep7yg



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Teeth Whitening?

My dentist just quoted me $600 for teeth whitening, is this reasonable?

Teeth Whitening?
No it%26#039;s overpriced! Try the teeth whitening system offered at http://www.maximumteethwhitening.com/. It only cost you $29.97


I believe it is very reasonable. Just see the result.
Reply:yes because that%26#039;s the reasonable price yea its about around 600 dollors
Reply:Both arches? That%26#039;s a pretty normal fee. You might try the Crest white strips first. I don%26#039;t think there%26#039;s much evidence that tray bleaching does any better than the whitestrips. Zoom makes claims that they whiten better than any method without light activation, but this runs counter to all the research I%26#039;ve read. Zoom and Britesmile are quicker and more convenient; also more likely to make your teeth sensitive.





Steve Bornfeld, DDS
Reply:The best tooth whitening products include a bleaching procedure done in the dentist%26#039;s office and the cost can be anywhere from three to five hundred dollars or even more. There are more inexpensive methods of best tooth whitening procedures that achieve the same effect. This can be used in the privacy of your own home. It is also involves using a whitening gel, which is placed in a tray that fits over the teeth and helps to make the tray feel more comfortable. A key ingredient in this best tooth whitening gel is carbamide peroxide. As this breaks down, oxygen enters the enamel on the teeth and bleaches away the stains. The best tooth whitening procedures does not work over night, but nearly everyone users do see significant results within the first week. The formation of the tooth does not vary in any way by using best tooth whitening products; it is just made whiter and brighter.
Reply:I think reasonable.


For cheap teeth whitening, you can use teeth whitening product.



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Which is the best teeth whitening availble in the shops? Do they work at all or do you need to pay hundreds for it done by a pro?

Teeth Whitening....?
Crest Whitestrips work great!
Reply:unless your going to a pro .. DO NOT use anything which is a peroxide kit.. as a lot have way too much peroxide in them. e.g. 7% .. and that may cause your body damage.. liver etc





a pro would only use 0.77% content..





have you tried pearl drops, that might help. and brushing 2-3 times a days.
Reply:I have heard the teeth whitening strips they sell in drugstores work , obviously you wont achieve the level of white you would get from a professional





but you really are damaging your teeth by doing it, whitening destroys your teeth%26#039;s natural enamel which is a protective layer guarding your teeth, so after you do whiten them you will be more susceptible to permanent staining and deterioration.
Reply:use crest whitestrips there so easy and they do a really good job in about three days your teeth look about five shades brighter. you dont want to do it too much or it can ruin the enamel on your teeth permenatetly so take it easy only needs to be done once or twice a few months.
Reply:use peroxide
Reply:having white teeth can entirely change your life. having a nice and bright smile can bring many friends and you can become very open and confident socially, but consulting a dental expert is the best thing you can do to be able to start restoring white teeth. he might be able to suggest a good, effective and safe teeth whitening treatments that is suitable to for your teeth. next is be able to distinguish the foods that can stain your teeth and the beverages you take in that can promote tooth stain like colas, coffee, tea, chocolates and sauces. be able to refrain from taking them and if not, you can always do proper brushing and flossing to remove the stains on your teeth after a meal. for more tips visit about getting whiter teeth visit http://www.maximumteethwhitening.com
Reply:There are a variety of reasons why teeth can lose their brightness, and not all of these problems can be “cured” by at-home teeth whitening systems. At the very least, users of over-the-counter whiteners should consult with their regular dentist before taking the do-it-yourself route, just to find out whether the whiteners can address the cause of their less-than-white teeth.





At-home teeth whitening kits rely heavily, if not exclusively, on chemicals to remove teeth stains and bring a sparkle to users’ smiles. The most common chemical used is carbamide peroxide, an oxidizing agent whose active ingredient is hydrogen peroxide. At-home teeth whitening products contain a 10% solution of carbamide peroxide, far less than the 35% solution typically used in professional teeth whitening but still large enough to carry significant risks if used improperly.





To avoid the risks of at-home teeth whitening products, many people choose professional teeth whitening from a dentist. These supervised treatments offer greater reliability, the input and oversight of trained, experienced professionals, and a greater range of treatments and materials to help ensure a positive result — and with it, a brighter, more attractive smile.





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Hope this helps, good luck to you!



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Teeth Whitening?

i have my cousin who suffer from low calcium and therefore she has yellow teeths although she brush daily, i wanted to buy her a teeth whitening kit and went online to search but i found many companies offering gels and other things and all claim to be the best so i dont really know what should i get





does anyone have any knowledge about it





thanks

Teeth Whitening?
I wouldn%26#039;t buy a tooth whitening kit from the Internet for the simple fact you really dont know what your getting despite what the company claims.


I%26#039;ve seen patients who have bought via the net and what was supposed to be 10% Hydrogen Peroxide turns out to be a lot higher and has caused severe pain and sensitivity.


In my humble opinion the best way to whiten the teeth is to visit the dentist, sure it may work out more expensive, but at least you have a professional who is there to advise and make sure the treatment is actually working effectivley and that the patient would be compatable for whitening in the first place, it would be no good for your cousin if she had any crowns/false teeth as only natural teeth can be whitened.
Reply:If your in UK you can buy them in Boots or Superdrug.Strips are


supposed to be OK.
Reply:I think that one of the problems with teeth for people with low calcium is that the teeth are more porous - thus allowing them to discolour more easily.


If I%26#039;ve got the right condition (thinking back to a friend I had at school) you have to be very careful what sort of chemicals etc. you expose to teeth in that condition as the bleaching effects could cause more damage and actually be worse for the teeth.


It would be a good idea to seek the advice of a dentist really - just ring your own dentist and tell them what you are thinking of doing - I%26#039;m sure they will be able to help.
Reply:ZOOM whitening! costs $300 bucks but takes an hour, results are amazing %26amp; no messy gels %26amp; you dont have to repeat over %26amp; over
Reply:all the over the counter kits you can buy only work to an extent. the most effective results would be to have her teeth whitened professionally. there are a number of different ways to have this done but laser treatment is the least painful, however would cost a few hundred. if she has that done people will need to wear sunglasses when she smiles :)





ps. for ones that you can buy, try pearl drops and hollywood smile
Reply:Ive got a little knowledge on this.


you need to check the amount of active ingreadiant,,CARBANADE PEROXIDE.


In the UK you can only purchase a very low dose of this in shops like boots asda etc.


Go to ebay and check out products with 22% or 35 % Carbonade peroxide,they come with easy to follow intructions.


If your in the uk go to.....www.dentstore.co.uk. they have excellent products
Reply:try to choose a teeth whitening system that has quality ingredients. having quality ingredients can give safe and effective results. try not to expose teeth to stain culprits like coffee, tea, red wine, chocolates, plum , sauces and sodas. smoking can also cause tooth discoloration, and it is best to avoid it. ask your dentist good ways to keep teeth whiter. consult first your dentist about the best teeth whitening system. visit http://www.maximumteethwhitening.com for more tips on how to get whiter teeth that you desire.



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Does anyone know a good teeth whitening system. Nothing too fancy or expensive. I just want something that%26#039;ll look natural but not over the top. Basically a few shades different. Please anyone?!

Teeth whitening??!?
Probably going to the dentist for it is best, because they can use a controlled environment and help you figure out what%26#039;s best. If not, I%26#039;m guessing strips would work better than toothpaste (toothpaste never seemed to do much for me back when I used some for a while). Any way you go, though, be careful: whitening is basically a process of stripping the outermost layer of your enamel, which weakens the teeth and can make you more susceptible to cavities and other problems. Don%26#039;t go overboard!
Reply:whitening tooth paste and Ummmm crest white stripssssss?
Reply:Brushing your teeth an unusual amount can whiten your teeth.
Reply:The best and fastest thing that I%26#039;ve ever used is Crest Whitestrips Premium. I say Premium over the regular because they whiten in a week whereas the regular takes 2 weeks. Thirty minutes a day and they are super white!! It%26#039;s about 25 dollars or so.
Reply:brush with smashed up strawberries
Reply:here%26#039;s the trick... don%26#039;t smoke or drink soda... if you do... do not drink a lot... in the morning... use whitening listerine, then brush with aquafresh (it%26#039;s in the orange box) whitening toothpaste, then use regular listerine... at night before bed... floss your teeth (all of them)!, use the whitening listering, then brush with the aquafresh toothpaste again, then use real listerine... do that everyday for the rest of your life and i guarantee your teeth will just become whiter over time... it worked for me and my roommate... it%26#039;s not just a coincidence!
Reply:crest white strips, i never used them but i want them and the densites said it worked so it should...
Reply:go to your dentist and have them make a mold of your teeth. they will give you the whitener which comes in tubes that look like a syringe. goodl uck!
Reply:The whitening Listerine worked very well for me and it is not fancy, expensive, or time consuming.
Reply:Hi, I actually read this really good article about teeth whiteners, you%26#039;ll find more useful information there I%26#039;m sure:


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Teeth whitening?
going to the dentis is best but if you can%26#039;t go with crest white strips...
Reply:hydrogen peroxide
Reply:I use lots of chocolate,It%26#039;s not good for the teeth but it sure taste good.Just go to Wal-mart and fine some teeth whitening tooth paste, the racks are full of it..
Reply:Some people will use baking soda while they brush... although you shouldn%26#039;t do it too often, as it is very abrasive. Try the crest white strips... my sister used them and they work wonderfully!
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I just got my braces off today, and i am about to go to the store, and i was wondering what the best over the counter teeth whitening product is...





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Teeth Whitening?
i have to tell you that i tried some of those and they ate away the enamel from some parts of my teeth. it hurt really bad and i had to get them drilled and filled. i just have to tell you that. i cant advise you to use them. the dentist told me when i came in with my hurting teeth that the whitening products were what caused it. i used the brush on and the strips.
Reply:Crest White Strips are probably the best but can be difficult to manage for some. You also have to be very consistent with their use over a period of several CONSECUTIVE weeks. You also want to avoid drinking dark liquids during the bleaching process (like soda, tea, juices, etc.). There is a newer product now competing with Crest White Strips that I hear has a better delivery system (easier to use) but I forget who makes it. The easiest (although a little more expensive) is to pay your dentist to bleach your teeth. Your dentist can use products with a much higher concentration of bleach and therefore the process is quicker and more successful.
Reply:WELL CONGRATULATIONS. YOU CAN TRY CREST WHITE STRIPES FOR ONE WEEK AND SEE IF YOUR TEETH DO NOT GET SENSITIVE. ALSO TRY USING LISTERINE MOUTH WASH BEFORE BRUSHING YOUR TEETH ALL THE TIME. IF YOU KNOW ANYONE WHO SELLS AVON, YOU CAN ALSO BUY THEIR TEETH WHITENING PRODUCT AND USE IT ONLY ON THE WEEKENDS. REMEMBER TO TRY TO STAY AWAY FROM COFFEE AND SODAS. IF YOU DO DRINK EITHER ONE USE A STRAW TO BEGIN WITH. EVENTUALLY YOU WILL BE ABLE TO DRINK ANYTHING ABOUT SIX MONTHS OR SO. GOD LUCK.
Reply:1) If you smoke you should stop it.





2) By chewing some kind of chewing gum, You would have white teeth.





3) Brush your teeth more and use well-known tooth-pastes which have whitening material and fluoride.





4) Stop eating artificially colored nourishment.





5) drink more water daily.
Reply:The cheapest toothpaste: ultrabrite. WOrks great
Reply:i got a special kit from my dentist.


The over the counter ones damages the enamel on some peoples teeth
Reply:I have used Crest Whitening Strips for years and am always happy with the results. I also use Crest Vivid White tooth paste after I finished with the whitening strips completely. This helps boost the color and even it out. You should also buy an electric tooth brush, this will help naturally whiten your teeth and keep them that way.





Good Luck!
Reply:Your best bet is a nice Oral B toothbrush and regular Colgate toothpaste!!!!
Reply:Go to general dentist first and have it cleaned There might be some excess cement from braces which is light to dark yellow stain. It might be the cement not your teeth. Over the counter whitening, wil only whiten the front teet, and not uniform.
Reply:The best thing to do is wait and see what kind of retainer you get. If it%26#039;s a clear plastic one that fits over the teeth just go to your dentist and see if they sell whitening products. If they don%26#039;t have to make the bleaching tray that fits over the teeth it%26#039;s just a matter of purchasing the product which can be about the same price as whitening strips but stronger. Just apply the product into your retainer at night. Works great! My kids did this and were so pleased.


Also, I always suggest to my patients to bleach only the upper teeth first. When you are bleaching both at the same time you won%26#039;t notice much difference. Bleaching one at a time allows you to compare and actually see that it%26#039;s working. Congrats on getting those braces off!
Reply:If your under the age of 25 crest white strips or the new otc whitening trays are a possibility. Al sways use sensodyne toothpaste while whitening to prevent sensitivity.


If you are over the age of twenty five you will need a tooth whitening product from your Dentist. I suggest Opalescence whitening kit it is the only one approved by the ADA.


Whitening products such as gums, toothpaste and mints do not have enough peroxide to successfully whiten your teeth they usually contain less than three percent. Crest strips have about 7 percent, and the dentists solution will be between 20-thirty percent. The Zoom whitening is a joke do not bother with that. As with all whitening products the results depend on your ablity to fallow through with the directions.





Tips to keep your teeth white-





-Have your teeth cleaned twice a year professionally





-always use a straw(especially with sodas and juices)





-Brush and floss regularly





-Do not smoke





-Limit red wine and coffee





Good luck!



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