Tuesday, March 22, 2011

What is the best way to whiten your teeth?

I am getting my braces off next month and want to get my teeth whitened what do you guys recommend. I know ive heard of the laser one but what is best?
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THE BEST WAY IS WHAT'S AVAILABLE TO DENTISTS WHY? IT'S SAFE AND WORKS WELL
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Do you hate a teeth whitening too?

I do whitening at home every evening as my dentist told me...I hate to wear it for 1hour....grh I hate this....
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I like white teeth but I have to agree that it isn't much fun to do but the results are worth it. I do procrastinate too though. KA :)
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Is teeth whitening good?

hey i am a 17 year old guy. my teeth have yellow stains on it.
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my brother is 18 and has stained teeth also. his dentist said there was no harm in whitening his teeth. i would check with yours also, but i think you would be fine. there is a good write up and info on teeth whitening from http://tips-n-reviews.com/ under health/fitness & beauty, teeth section. from what i understand it is just coloring your teeth so it should be fine
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How do you whiten a porcelain veneer on teeth?

I have a porcelain veneer on one of my teeth, from years ago when I was a kid. I am considering getting my teeth whitened but my dentist doesn' t think the procedure would work on the veneer. It would be obvious if it didn't, since it is one of my two front-teeth, and I'd rather know before I tried. Anybody know how this one can be whitened?
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Get the veneer replaced with a whiter one.
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Whitening Teeth????

What works great for whitening teeth?? (Other than getting them whitened by the dentist!) Like home remedies or something.. and how long does it take to work??
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Here are many ways that you can whitening your teeth! For home remedies. Mix baking soda and hydrogen peroxide to form toothpaste. Brush the teeth regularly with this paste. It will remove all stains in a month. Use bicarbonate of soda 5 minutes before brushing the teeth with normal toothpaste in the morning. This is a good home remedy for teeth whitening. Rubbing the bark of walnut tree on the teeth helps in removing all stains from the teeth. Strawberries are considered natural teeth whiteners. Rubbing the teeth with strawberries daily will remove all the stains. If you would like a suggestion on tooth whitening gel, here's something for you! Crest Night Effects Whitening Gel (about $18.00) allows you to remove stains while you sleep. The tooth whitening system has a fresh, wintergreen flavor. After fourteen days of sleeping with this product on your teeth, you will wake up to a vibrant smile. You should see results in two days, although there are reports of tooth whitening results in one night More on http://www.myinformationz.info/teethwhit…
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Whats, the most reasonably cheap tooth whitening kits, and are safe?

Im 14, my teeth have always been discoloured, no matter how much i clean my teether theyve never been white, could someone please tell me any cheap tooth whitening kits that work and are quite safe aty the least. Please!, thanks :)
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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. For other effective home teeth whitening solutions, you may wish to read about them here : http://teeth-whitening.my-fashion-house.…
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at home teeth whitening?

im getting my braces off in few weeks and i want to know what the best at home whitening kit is. if you can tell me what you used and if you were pleased with the results(price is an issue for me so no professional whitening options) oh and if you used one and were Displeased with the results tell me about that too. thanks! has anyone used the 2 hour rembrant one advertised in that commercial recently and how much does that one cost?
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Well I used crest white strips and the next day I went to school and everyone noticed once I smiled. I think Im gonna get it again. But it does kinda sting if you put it on your gums. hope I helped =)
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Best teeth whitening system?

I have yellowish teeth my whole life. I do not and have never smoked. I think coffee contributes, but honestly they have always just been that way. I tried crest strips a few years ago - and a mouth piece thing and they whitened in certain places and it looked WORSE - like I had white spots...!!! S0 PLEASE do not suggest those! I am willing to pay a few hundred at most - whats the best thing to do - what are the different dental procedures. what do celebrity's do? Thanks!
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Brushing your teeth with baking soda can whiten them. (:
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Dentist Teeth Whitening?

So I really don't have any experience in this kind of thing, so you guys are going to have to answer my question like I was in grade 2. So I decided to get my Teeth Whitened from the Dentist, but I don't really know how I can make an appointment, or anything of that sort. So I'm going to need step by step directions on what to do! For Example: 1. First of all, what am I even looking for? A dental office? A dental clinic? I don't even know what it's called. 2. How do I find a phone number or address for this kind of thing. 3. How do I make an appointment. and so on. Thanks in advance for all the answers! (I know, I'm an idiot~)
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I would start by asking people you know what dentist they go to, unless you don't want anyone to know you are thinking on whitening your teeth. Then, look in the yellow pages for DENTISTS. Most dental offices can do teeth whitening. If you live in a metro area there are probably hundreds to pick from. If you want to narrow your search look for Cosmetic Dentistry, but any general dental office with hygienists should be able to provide that service. Once you find the dental listings, just start with calling any one of them. Be up front and tell them you are a new patient and you have questions regarding teeth whitening, the steps involved, and more importantly, ask how much it will cost. Generally, in the dental office, the first appointment will start with an exam. They may want to schedule a cleaning (prophylaxis) before doing any whitening. The steps usually involve impressions to make a tray that fits your teeth exactly and then providing you with tubes or syringes with the whitening material that you will place in the tray and wear over night. There may be a weeks worth in a kit. There may be some more advanced techniques but they will certainly cost more. Insurance companies do not pay for teeth whitening. Some of the over-the-counter teeth whitening strips work pretty well. You want to be careful though of the coverage area because you don't want to get the whitening material on your gums for any great length of time. Check the ingredients and the procedure. One, other thing. If you have any composite fillings (white colored fillings) or porcelain crowns, the whitening material doesn't work on those. Good luck.
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Laser Teeth whitening; illusion of Straight teeth?

can bleaching ur teeth make them look straight?.....
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Elle, if you're serious,read this blog before taking any action http://myteethwhiteningstory.wordpress.c… Thanks to this blog, it helped me a lot to find the best teeth whitening method. Hope this helps
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Does Whitening Gel makes your teeth WHITE?

I have been using it for 2 days now...i want to know if it's bad.....or would it really work>? Or what can I use to whitening my teeth....?What IS healthier..? Is it true that strawberries whiten your teeth..n baking soda..with lemon juice..;p please..tell me your experience.u know;) thnx
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Does not work, go to a dentist
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What is the best way to whiten teeth without spending a fortune?

My teeth are discolored from years of drinking coffee and smoking. I only smoked for about 4 years and I quit over 5 years ago. I have 1 cup of coffee in the morning (for the past 6 years) and an occasional cup of tea. How can I whiten my teeth without spending a fortune on a dentist? Do I need to avoid coffee and tea?
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I had the same problem. When I switched to Vivid White toothpaste, it made a pretty noticeable difference. Brushing with baking soda occasionally helps, as well as the white strips that people are already recommending. Just don't do it all at once, or you'll ruin your enamel.
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What is the best way to whiten teeth?

Does Red bull stain teeth at all? and what is the best way anyone has found to whiten there teeth? Any home remedies i could use?
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Red bull does not stain your teeth but it is not good for them. It could increase your chance for a cavity or if you have any fillings, it could start to break them down. Commercial products are the best for whitening.
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What whitening strips work best?

I recently got my braces removed and my orthodontist suggested whitening strips to even out the splotches of uneven color on my teeth. However, he didn't mention any specific brand. Can anyone who has used teeth whitening products tell me what they recommend?
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the ones by crest, and they say a week should do it, but from my dentist they say to get a month supply and use for a month to get best results, or you can do zoom whitening but it's more expensive I just got a month supply of crest or you can even find a cheaper one , just do it for a month.
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Anyone annoyed with that whitening teeth ad?

I sure am!
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Hell Yea, if your teeth looks that bad you need to be slapped. One of my pet peeves are disgusting teeth, it is such a big turn off! What about the ad with the extremely black lips! Ps-You're in Jamaica now? that where I was born. St. Mary, my father, aunts and cousins till live there. And then i have family in Alman Town and Spanish town
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about teeth whitening?

ok i was wondering if these things are true.i heard if u brush with baking soda+peroxide or toothpaste w/ baking soda included in it.also if u mush strawberries with baking soda in it and apply it to ur leave n leave it on for like 5-10 min..also if yew eat cucumber it prevents stains on the teeth.i know crest white strips would probually work n listerine..also this thing called brite smile.but please dont say white paint cuz thats dumb..im not gonna paint my teeth.in other words besdies these working would have to be going to a professional...so can yew help by telling me if these things are fony n fake rumous?
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Yes, peroxide and baking soda are natural whiteners so they will help, minimize, daily stain. Peroxide is the main ingredient in tooth whiteners. I couldn't tell you about the others "remedies". I'm a dental assistant so here's my 2 cents. I would suggest the Crest White strips followed with peroxide and baking soda toothpaste (Crest or Colgate). Keep in mind though that if you smoke, drinks a lot of dark liquids daily (coffee, tea, dark soda, even red wines) you will not notice that big of a difference because you are putting the stain back on. Also, if you have sensitive teeth, be prepared for more sen. if you use any professional bleachers (like Crest whitening strips). The sensitivity will go away. Lastly if you have any tooth colored fillings or crowns, the bleach will not change the shade of them so you may notice that difference when bleaching your teeth. Oh, the Listerine mouth rinse, again, is mainly a diluted peroxide rinse. It's not going to whiten your teeth like the strips will. Hope this helped.
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what is the best thing i can use to whiten my teeth?

i know they make toothpastes that claim they whiten teeth but do any of them work? besides going to a dentist and getting an actual teeth whitening what can i buy from the store-that actually works!- thanks :)
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The whitening toothpastes do work actually. What I do though is use a whitening toothpaste and then add some baking soda on top of the toothpaste while it's still dry. And I do this twice a day. I've been doing this for just about four months now and the results are great and my teeth were white to begin with.
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Is Teeth Whitening Safe?

I got my braces off on september 14 2009...My Orthodontist gave me a bleaching kit 2 use but ive herd that bleaching your teeth isn't good. I only used my kit 2 days after i got my braces off then i quit because i didn't have any time 2 do it...If i use it just a few days from 2day do you think it would hurt my teeth....BTW i felt no sensitivity when i did it back i september
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OVER BLEACHING isn't good. Bleaching every now and then or using the kit your dentist gave you is fine! You do want to use a fluoride toothpaste or rinse though.
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Is it possible to whiten teeth with dental work?

I have dental work on my front top tooth...I want to whiten my teeth but am afraid the dental work won't whiten with it. Any advice or suggestions?
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Teeth whitening can only whiten natural teeth. Veneers and crowns are made of porcelain, like plates, china cups etc. So only natural teeth will whiten. The best way to do it would be to whiten your teeth first, then have any dental work done.
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Baking Soda for whitening teeth?

Hey I've Heard that baking soda whitens teeth but.....? How long does it take for results to show? and what are the specific instructions? Does Brushing with Baking soda really whiten teeth? Thanks peace
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To use the baking soda in brushing, first clean your toothbrush thoroughly. Now, shake your toothbrush fairly dry. Next dip the toothbrush in the baking soda so it is completely covered in the white powder. Now brush your teeth thoroughly, scrubbing all sides. It is not really harmful to brush until there is some slight and occasional bleeding of the gums or from between the teeth. This practice after each and every meal can whiten teeth remarkably in two months. You should then continue this habit throughout your life.
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What are some things you can do at ome to improve the whitening your teeth w/out the use of whitening strips?

I dont have realy white teeth. but they are not suoper yellow either. they are just in the middle. i dont understand why it is the color that it is because I brush every morning and night my whole life. I've even switched to whitening tooth paste for the past 11 months. Is there anything you can recomend me doing? w.out the use of whitening strips or professional whitening because they are quite pricey and are not in my budget. i have a rent to pay, insurance, car payments, etc.
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it is better to use natural options! for example this product - I do not know if any pharmacies carry it but I do know that you should purchase it directly from the manufacturer and if you want you can read more about the product here http://www.teethwhiten.com/splash.php?ai… before I had no idea that it is possible to whiten my teeth without surgically bleaching them. I tried this product for a few days and they got whiter & brighter so quick that I was shocked. The best thing about this teeth whitening product is that its so easy to use. It only takes me a few minutes twice a day for a few days and then there white for months. I suggest to try this product because at this moment they have Risk Free Trial - so they send you sample for free and you don't have to buy it!
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What are the best toothpastes that actually whiten teeth?

My teeth are kind of stained. They're not dirty dirty, but like I said they're kind of stained, probably due to me drinking alot of dark drinks, such as soda and tea. I see the commercials for toothpastes that whiten, but what toothpaste actually does whiten your teeth?
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I recommend Crest Vivid White. It has a 2 part deal - one removes stains when you brush and the other part of it resists stains by putting a protective barrier on your teeth (you can't feel it). I've used this one for a while now and am very happy with it. Also, try drinking your soda and tea through a straw. It helps the liquid not hit the front of your teeth. Drink anything colored through a straw if you can. It does help!
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How can you make your teeth whiter?

Without getting your teeth whitened or using crest whitening strips.
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Drop two or three teaspoons (this may not be exact) of the hydrogen peroxide into the baking soda, making a paste. This sometimes takes a little trial and error. Be sure it is the same consistency as toothpaste. If you wish, you can add a bit of mint flavoring or even a small dollop of toothpaste. Brush your teeth with your mixture, being sure to leave it on your teeth for at least two minutes. Do NOT swallow this paste! Trust me, you wouldn't want to swallow it- the taste is not the best. To make the paste taste better, try to use the above tips. This will help to make the taste a little bit tastier. Avoid the cokes and caffeine staining drinks. Drink the water and keep drinking. If you want the white teeth, than you have to drink water.
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Whitening Teeth: Good products?

Is there anything out there that can whiten teeth that have crowns or fillings?
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Baking soda will only remove stains. If you want to lighten your teeth you need a bleaching treatment like Zoom from your dentist.
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