Friday, April 29, 2011

Questions about teeth - Veneering porcelain + Whitening strips?

I believe I have had my front teeth treated with veneering porcelain. The original area of the teeth is white, but you the restored bits are clear-ish... and you can see that my original teeth weren't smooth, more like saw blades than knife blades. Kind of like this: http://www.etdr.net/images/vitavm7teeth.… Anyways, I was wondering if these "veneering porcelain" treated teeth would be compatible with whitening strips. I understand that the white strips act upon the surface of the teeth... meaning there's not much they can do when the surface is already coated with porcelain, yeah...? What should I do?
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You can try laser whitening on your teeth (I mean the lingual side) and see if it improves anything. Sometimes, the veneers are perfectly fine but the cement used to stick them to the teeth isn't good and becomes yellow. So you might try to solve this problem by going to another dentist, taking the veneers off and recementing them with a better cement.
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best way to whiten teeth without white strips?

i want to whiten my teeth and i'd like to see at least slight results by saturday or sunday. how can i whiten my teeth without using 3-day crest white strips? i heard they weaken your enamel and i have sensitive enough teeth as it is. what have you used that you have seen results from?
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dip your tooth brush in hydrogen peroxide then scoop on some baking soda and then brush your teeth with it.. after you do that brush your teeth with reg. toothpaste :D
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How often should I apply baking soda to my toothpaste to whiten teeth?

My teeth aren't yellow, but I know they could be whiter. I know you're definitely not supposed to use it everyday because it weakens your enamel. But how often should I sprinkle it onto the top of my toothpaste? Which is how I would like to do it, but if there's another way to make teeth even whiter please share! (:
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you can sprinkle it on top of toothpaste everyday (worked for me) , but a another better solution is to get a toothpaste from Trader Joes that had baking soda in it already. its not sweet, but its all natural with no sugar and it works even better. This combined with the crest white strips(do every six months) made my teeth shine
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How much would it cost to get two front teeth?

How much would it cost to get two front teeth veneirs and the rest of the teeth whitened? xx
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Veneers are about 1000.00 to 1500.00 per tooth and whitening is between 100.00 to 600.00.
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How do you whiten teeth in Arcsoft Photostudio?

I just wanted to make my teeth look a bit brighter on one of my school pictures, just to see how I would look?
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Use the this. If it's like Photoshop, use the blur tool on each of your teach (not all at once). Then use the dodge tool to 'brighten' them. Around the edges of each tooth, use the burn tool to darken the edges. The contrast of the edges and the teeth work well. OR Make a white box on top of each tool, then Smudge it around the tooth. Then blur it, then Burn the edges again.
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What is the best way to whiten my teeth?

My teeth are somewhat white, but I have weak enamel so I have noticeable spots on them. What is the safest and best price product to use to whiten them?
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First you can try household products, I listed them below 1- Mash strawberry and baking soda together. Apply to teeth with a soft toothbrush. Do this about once a week. 2- Baking Soda won't bleach your teeth, but it will help get plaque off and make them shine. Be warned that Baking Soda is an abrasive and if you use it too much, the enamel on your teeth can get damaged. 3-Pour a little bit of hydrogen peroxide on your toothbrush and then put some baking soda on top then just brush your teeth with it. Rinse your mouth when your done. (Note: it tastes really bad and do not swallow!!!) All the above can be used , but it can give some harm to your teeth, so please be careful. What I use and can advise is the free kit that I got perfect results. It may seem as an advertisement but its not, I personally used and I am happy with the results. Here is the website: http://www.shiny-smile-now.com Its worth trying
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Which kind of Crest Whitestrips should I buy for my first time ever whitening my teeth?

I'm 18 and I've never had the need to whiten my teeth before but recently noticed they were looking a little dull (probably from drinking more coffee and sweet tea within the last year or two) and I decided to go buy some Crest Whitestrips. When I got to the store though, to my amazement there were quite a few different kinds, so I came home and went to the Crest Whitestrips website to figure out which one I needed to buy for my first time whitening. The site doesn't tell me that though! So please help! Here's the link to the site: http://www.whitestrips.com/
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The classic work great, they just take longer to work (and taste bad when you take them out). They also cost less, which is a plus. I would recommend switching to a toothpaste for sensitive teeth while you are using the whitening strips. I whitened my teeth and it was painful just to drink water from a drinking fountain because they were so sensitive! (Sensitivity happens with all teeth whitening, and tends to be worse with the faster acting formulas because they are stronger). Sensodyne worked well for me. Also make sure not to leave them on longer then stated - I made the terrible mistake of sleeping in the strips one night - I couldn't use them again for at least a week because my teeth were in so much pain! Hope that helps!
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What is the best OTC product to whiten your teeth?

I want to whiten my teeth, but I find the Crest whitestrips are annoying and sometimes they hurt my teeth. I am curious what other people use and what they've found is the best product besides something they'd get from a dentist. It also needs to be reasonably priced, nothing too expensive!
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I use Aquafresh that comes with these disposable trays for each use. It doesn't taste bad and get all over your mouth like the other ones. It stays in the tray pretty well... I've used it and I get great results in just 3 days!
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What is the best way and cheap way to whiten your teeth?

Im just trying to find a cheap way to whiten my teeth,a homemade suggestion possibly?
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I use bicarbonate of soda, not meant to use it a lot cos it's an abrasive but i used it once then again 3 days later then again 3 days later but now i won't do it for a month. After the 3rd time of doing it i noticed a big difference. I used a teaspoon of soda and made it into a paste by adding a little water then brushed with it for about 4 mins. Rinse really well as you don;t want the soda left on your teeth. Then floss to get it all out.
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Any advice or tips on getting teeth whitened by a dentist?

I am thinking of getting my teeth bleached by my dentist, does anyone have any tips or advise?
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I would advise getting your teeth whitened if you really want it. I think it helps with self esteem. I am currently going through the process of having my teeth whitened has well. They are using a process called zoom whitening and it's all done in one afternoon visit. It lasts a lifetime. It is quite expensive ($500.00 probably depending on where you are) and insurance companies will not pay for it. However the end result is well worth the expense. I hope this helps
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What is the best product to use to whiten teeth?

Atleast nothing to expensive....my teeth arent that bad, but i would love for them to be a little whiter.
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the paint on stuff is the least expensive thing that actually works a little. Crest white strips work wonders and are a little pricey, but worth it in my opinion didn't realize teeth were yellow until they where whitened :) God bless
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whats a free at home whitening for teeth?

not baking soda i already tried that
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A lot of dental offices offer "Free Whitening for Life" if you come in as a new patient. You'll get the custom fit trays and professional strength bleach(which is carbamide peroxide based) and it includes 1-2 free tubes every 6 mo @ your check-up. The requirements usually include exa, x-rays, and cIeaning. If you have insurance, what do you have to lose?
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How can I remove nicotine stains from my teeth? at home?

I cannot afford dental whitening... is there anything I can do to remove nicotine stains from my teeth? The whitening strips hurt my teeth... I want my teeth to look good again. ANY advice?
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You cannot remove the nicotine stains from your teeth at home just by using toothpaste and such. You have to get them scaled (scraped) off by a dental professional, like a dentist or dental hygienist. If you turn them white, the stain is still there...just white instead of brown.
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How to whiten teeth, cheap and simple?

Before school starts, I'd like to whiten my teeth! But I dont want it to be all $1000 worth, and a trip to the denstists' that takes 2 hours just to get my teeth zapped. Something cheap and simple. Like crest whitestrips. Or maybe a new toothpaste? Like I said: Cheap and Simple.
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I know the PERFECT teeth whitening system for you! It's called Dazzle Smile, and it comes in a "pen" applicator, which means: No Nasty Tasting Gels No Expensive Laser Treatments No Awkward Whitening Strips It's great because it only takes 1 minute to work - unlike those gels and strips which take much longer to see any results. The BEST part is that they are giving a Limited Trial Offer - only $1.95 shipped to your door!! Just make sure to use this code: greatdazzle I've used it all - this one really works. And for a measly $1.95?? You simply can't beat it. Check out the link below to get your Trial today! Best of luck!
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Teeth not whitening evenly?

I just started using Aquafresh pro-gentle whitening trays 5 days ago and they have whitened my teeth so far but there aren't coming out evenly. I have a small section on most of my top front teeth that is whiter than the rest of my teeth. I'm up for my next dentist appointment and was wondering that if a good cleaning would help me out. Before I started whitening my teeth were all 1 shade. So i guess my question is, why are my teeth not coming out all the same color? and Is there anything I can do to help they come out equally?
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i would try another method of whitening or ask your dentist the reason for the trouble =D
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How can I get my teeth whiter?

I always brush my teeth at least 2x a day and they refuse to be white. They never grew in properly. They're small and there is a gap between the front two. On top of this, they're yellow. My teeth make it look like I don't take care of myself and I want them to be white but brushing just doesn't do it. My friend recommended I use the teeth whitening laser thing at http://whitelightteeth.com. Should I use this? Is there anything I can do or am i destined to just be ugly?
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you should try a new toothpaste! :D
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Teeth Whitening help?

Is there some sort of secret to getting whiter teeth? I really dont want to spend lots of money on stuff, im not that desperate. My teeth dont look bad, but I wouldnt mine having them a little whiter. is there some way you can do this, thats not very expensive? maybe a type of toothpaste, or a mouthwash type product?
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There are many teeth whitening products on the internet. Most of them are given much hype but don't deliver the results you expect. There is only one teeth whitening product that I've used and it worked. You can try it as new customers are usually given a free trial. You can get the free trial here http://tinyurl.com/n6mxsm. In only 6 days, you will have white teeth. Here's the link again http://tinyurl.com/n6mxsm
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Whitening teeth question!!!!?

Okay so i want to whiten my teeth what is the best toothpaste whitener? what is the best strip teeth whitener? will a dentist be able to tell if i whiten my teeth on my own? can i use whitenting strips only once to get a little whiter and stop and nver use them again or do i have to continue using them? Thank you so much <33
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1......Aquafresh White & Shine 2......Crest White Strips 3......Depends upon the dentist 4......No the process has to be repeated
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What is the best product to whiten teeth?

What is the best product to whiten teeth?
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HI, I have always had problems with faint yellow teeth. In fact everyone in my family has this problem. I have tried every product that exists along with frequent visits to dentists. Dentists have always told me that my teeth are good but I was never happy with the color. Using peroxide or baking soda is harmful for teeth in a longer run so I never used it. Trays are always a NO for me because they give lot of irritation and pain. The ONLY thing that has worked for me till date is Dazzle White. I was not sure of using it at the beginning as I did not want to waste more money. Later, after doing some research on the Internet I found out about this company giving free samples. I immediately ordered mine (just paid $1.95 shipping). This is a real good product and has worked for me. I don't work for this company nor am I related to them in any manner. Just trying to help someone who has faced similar problems like me. Thanx BTW the website from where I got my free samples is http://tinyurl.com/freewhiteteeth
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Do You Know of Any Other Way How To Make Teeth More Whiter?

Are Whitening toothpaste effective? I just don't find them that effective.. Do you know any way which is real effective for teeth whitening? Thanks so much...
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If you want super white teeth then you need to have them bleached by your dentist. They use a special paste that you apply for a few hours or more at a time - this is held in place with a specially made mould of your teeth - a bit like a mouth guard. It generally runs at around $400 USD and upwards depending on what country you are in. You can use other over the counter products, but these only seem to lighten your teeth a little.
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whitening teeth?

what are good ways to whiten up my teeth without buying those strips you put on your teeth. i brush my teeth at least once a day but my teeth are still yellow. i don't smoke either so that is not the reason for my teeth being this color please help.
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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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What is a natrual way to whiten teeth?

I am addicted to white strips, but recently found out it is not healthy. So, aside from brushing three times a day, flossing i.e... What natrual remedies or recepies could i use to naturally whiten my teeth or to maintain the color? When i was small my mom would make us brush with baking soda...?.... I'm kind of skeptic... I don't remember if i got results or not. Looks didn't really bother me then.
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First, consider your diet. Soda pop, sugary, colored drinks, coffee, tea, wine, tomato sauce, beet soup are items that will discolor the teeth. Therefore, there is no point in using harsh home type remedies or pharmacy remedies, as long as these are imbibed. The best way, and least abrasive is to have the teeth professionally evaluated and bleached. Too much brushing with paste up at the gum area will erode the teeth. You will want to discuss proper brushing techniques with the dentist. Bottom line, leave this type of work to the professionals. Baking soda is too abrasive and will remove the teeth enamel. This should be discussed with a dentist. At the very least, call his/her office and ask directly.
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a natural product for whitening teeth'?

I heard on the john tesh radio show....that with strawberries and something else makes your teeth whiter,i missede the other part,,,,,
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When you combine strawberries with baking soda and apply it to your teeth it acts as an astringent and removes surface stains on your teeth due to the malic acid. Crush up a strawberry, add a bit of baking soda, apply and leave it on your teeth for a few minutes, then brush it away with a tooth brush. This will naturally whiten your teeth.
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How long is it going to take for my teeth to whiten?

So I just started trying to whiten my teeth today. I first floss, then I brush my teeth with a paste made from water and baking soda. I then also brush my teeth with peroxide, then with regular crest white tooth paste. Then I rinse my mouth out with scope. I'm just wondering how long its going to take my teeth to whiten if I do this daily.Thanks in advance.
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baking soda is not going to whiten your teeth. I mean if there smudge on your teeth that will come off but baking soda wont do it. the reason it does not work is once the stains are inside the pore, they are wedge in and baking soda cant do much. professional whitening works a little different it opens up the pore so that the bleach can travel in "burn" the stain out. professional kits depending come in 1 hour whitening, 3 day whitening and two week whitening.
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