Friday, February 11, 2011

Do whitening strips weaken your teeth?

Some people have told me that whitening strips or bleach trays weaken your teeth. They also make your teeth burn? HELP! Thank you SO much to all who answer, I am forever grateful! God bless you all!
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Sensitivity comes from the drying of the enamel during the bleaching process. This can be lessened by using fluoride treatments or bleaching with a higher concentration for a shorter amount of time. You can get a fluoride gel OTC (over-the-counter) at most pharmacies or your dentist. You can brush it on your teeth, or you can put it in bleaching trays or any boil and bite tray for that matter. If you have any questions, you can contact your dentist to make sure you follow their recommendations and to make sure that they approve of you doing this. Whitening strips and bleach trays are safe for use, but like anything else, using them improperly can cause damage. It's best to follow your dentists recommendations. Hope this helps. Good luck to you.
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