I waswondering if there was an easy and fast way to make my teeth whiter..I use a special type of tooth past from crest and seemed to have a mild effect. Is there anything that can help me?
2006-10-25 09:08:49 · 10 answers · asked by Sean 1 in Health ➔ Dental
crest white strips
2006-10-25 09:15:44 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
As a registered dental hygienist and a current dental student, I recommend Crest Whitestrips over more expensive in-office procedures unless you are in a hurry for whiter teeth. The level of carbamide peroxide (whitening agent) in whitestrips varies so the amount of time can vary, as well, depending on which percentage you get. The stronger formulas will work more quickly, but can cause severe sensitivity. If it becomes an issue, limit use to once per day (instead of twice), or even once every other day. It will take longer, but you will get the same results. Also, the level of whiteness achieved between most brands is significant and most will whiten to approximately the same level. In other words, the differences between brands or with in-office whitening can't be determined by the naked eye. If you have any other questions, feel free to call your dental office and ask them for their opinions or recommendations.
Also, the toothpaste works to remove surface stains because it contains a mild grit that brushes them away. The bleaching kits contain a form of hydrogen peroxide that oxidizes within the tooth to oxygen free radicals that attach to internal stains. These complexes can then be removed by the body, lightening your teeth from the inside. Good luck.
2006-10-25 18:57:22 · answer #2 · answered by ry1280 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Crest White Strips are effective, but as you said"mildly".
There is a procedure done by your dentist that is called Brite Smile or Zoom. It is a 3 hr. visit, which consists of applying a bleaching material to your teeth and sitting under a blue light. 3 hrs. may seem like a long time, but your visit will be comfortable. Usually they will have a TV you can watch.
I am a dental assistant and have preformed this procedure many times. The results are incredible!
2006-10-25 18:09:46 · answer #3 · answered by Ron's wife 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I highly recommend that u do not i repeat do not use crest white strip i deteriates a coating on ur teeth that protects ur teeth from rotting go a a dentist and ask them to clean them and brush ur teeth at night with crest midnight white and duing that day and afternoon use ur tooth paste now (brush 3 times a day)
2006-10-25 16:18:03 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Use the crest white strips. Or the cologate whiting paste you put on your teeth at night and in 1-2weeks you have whiter teeth.
2006-10-25 16:10:45 · answer #5 · answered by Alexis221 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You can use the whitening strips. or you can ask your dentist to clean them or scale them. More over don't forget to clean your teeth before going to bed, to remove the plaque(which makes the teeth look yellow), and floss your teeth regularly. And meanwhile as a simple tip you can add a pinch of salt on your tooth paste which makes the teeth sparkle.
2006-10-25 16:36:56 · answer #6 · answered by thyagarajan 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I found that crest whitestrips work awesome, but you have to keep using them for awhile to see the difference.
2006-10-25 16:12:56 · answer #7 · answered by Geff W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I liked rembradnt whitestrips. crest whitstrips made my teeth hurt so bad i had to stop using them, and they were way more expensive. but rembrandt was effective and cheap.
2006-10-25 16:37:40 · answer #8 · answered by DocM11 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have been using the Listerine Whitening Mouthwash before i brush, and it works!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2006-10-25 18:18:14 · answer #9 · answered by strawberryblond 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
peroxide and baking soda............
or whitening strips..............
2006-10-25 16:11:16 · answer #10 · answered by cork 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋