I was thinking about getting my teeth whitened recently. They aren't in a bad way but 30 years of tea, coffee and red wine have left them a little off colour. Has anyone else out there had there teeth whitened? How much did it cost and was it worth it? Have you tried one of the home kits? I tried one years ago but you had to use it at least twice a day for a month and I just didn't have the patience. Finally, do you know if the procedure is still possible with a crown? Any help appreciated.
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I am a dental nurse and have also had the experience of tooth whitening. I had it done as a home kit given to me by my dentist. the ones you buy from chemists dont tend to work as the percentage of dental bleech used in them is not high enough. Bleaching is a private treatment as the NHS wont fund asthetic treatments so it could cost from £300 onwards. It is very good. The procedure will work but because crowns are made of porcelain, they wont change colour. You would have to get the crown changed after to be the same shade as your whitened teeth. White composite filling wont change colour either
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Saturday, March 26, 2011
Whitening teeth?
Hello, i've noticed lately that my teeth are a bit discoloured (yellowish)....... i'm only 17 and i dont drink alcohol or coffee and i definetely dont smoke..... i've been using some colgate whitening toothpast but it doesn't appear to do very much....so what can i do about it? thanks
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Crest whitestrips work really well.
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Crest whitestrips work really well.
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WHITENING TEETH - what should i use?
im trying to whiten my teeth, i smoke socailly, so its not like a pack a day or any of that...if anything a pack a week MAYBE and its not every week...ive done SOME research and found crest whitening strips will help whiten your teeth a lot, but im worried that my teeth will become weak and lose a lot of its enamle which i understand thats what happens...i found that if i buy arm and hammer age defying toothpaste that will naturally build my enamle back so my teeth stay strong and the white strips keep them white...is this true or does anyone have any advice that has helped them!?
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You are right. That toothpaste works because it contains baking soda, which is a mild abrasive that literally scrapes the stains off. It also can raise your blood pressure because it contains a lot of salt. Try Crest White Strips.
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You are right. That toothpaste works because it contains baking soda, which is a mild abrasive that literally scrapes the stains off. It also can raise your blood pressure because it contains a lot of salt. Try Crest White Strips.
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Is it OK to use baking soda to whiten your teeth when you have braces?
I heard that you can use baking soda to whiten your teeth. I was going to try it, but I have braces right now. I know your not supposed to use most bleach/whitening treatments while you have braces, so should I wait until I get my braces off before I try it?
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I wouldnt try any extreme bleachig methods (such as baking soda) without the supervision of your ortho....and if you ignore your ortho...i wouldnt try anything still because it could actually remove the enamel in the places that are not underneath the bracket...so when you get the bracket off you are left with a big, obvious stained square in the middle of your teeth - not pretty
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I wouldnt try any extreme bleachig methods (such as baking soda) without the supervision of your ortho....and if you ignore your ortho...i wouldnt try anything still because it could actually remove the enamel in the places that are not underneath the bracket...so when you get the bracket off you are left with a big, obvious stained square in the middle of your teeth - not pretty
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Polanight teeth whitening help needed please!?
I've been given Polanight 16% by my dentist who told me to use it overnight for 14 days. I have used it 6 times now and my teeth are now so sensitive I'm not sure whether to keep doing it. Also, only the bottom half of my teeth have changed colour, is this normal, will the whole of the tooth gradually change? Not sure if I'm using too much or too little gel, dentist was a bit vague! Any help or advice would be appreciated....
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Hi, I have found this site to be use full. Check it out……..
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Teeth whitening tips?
I'm 12 and my teeth are pretty yellow. I am embarrassed to smile or talk sometimes. Does anybody have any tips on getting whiter teeth and healthier gums quickly? Keep in mind I am only 13
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A good over the counter product you can use are Crest Whitening Strips. I work for an orthodontist and many of our patients you age have used them and had no problems. Just make sure to follow the directions!
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A good over the counter product you can use are Crest Whitening Strips. I work for an orthodontist and many of our patients you age have used them and had no problems. Just make sure to follow the directions!
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Whitening teeth?
What's the new whitening product out? I saw it in a magazine comparing to Crest White Strips, but I forgot the name. It advertises as not being "strips" and sliding all over your teeth, which I've found Crest to be. It's a plastic white thing that you cup over your whole teeth at once... like made from Rambrant or something.
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I don't know of the product that you are referring to but I do know that if you use teeth whiteners they make your gums recede and once they are gone there is no getting them back, so i would suggest not using them.
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I don't know of the product that you are referring to but I do know that if you use teeth whiteners they make your gums recede and once they are gone there is no getting them back, so i would suggest not using them.
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