Teeth Whitening
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- Q How will laser bleaching teeth whitening effect the appearance of my teeth?
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Laser teeth whitening can make your teeth a whiter shade and eliminate stains. Dentists estimate that laser teeth whitening and other teeth bleaching techniques can make teeth up to seven shades whiter. One advantage of laser teeth whitening over other... Full Answer
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- Q How will I know if using teeth whitening strips was successful?
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Your teeth should appear whiter and have fewer stains after using teeth whitening strips as directed. Studies show that teeth whitening strips can reduce yellowness in teeth and make them look a brighter shade when used properly. In one study, people who... Full Answer
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- Q How will I know if using a tray-based teeth whitening kit worked?
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Since tray teeth whitening is intended to improve the look of your teeth -- rather than their health -- only you can judge whether you have achieved what you wanted. Dentists do have shade guides, which they can use to measure how much your teeth have... Full Answer
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- Q How will I know if having laser bleaching teeth whitening was successful?
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Your teeth should appear whiter and brighter immediately following a laser teeth whitening treatment. However, the full color change your teeth will experience after having laser teeth whitening may not be apparent for two to six weeks, according to the... Full Answer
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- Q How much does laser bleaching teeth whitening cost?
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Laser teeth whitening costs between $600 and $1,200, according to the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. That makes laser teeth whitening the most expensive option for improving the appearance of teeth that are stained or discolored.... Full Answer
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- Q Should I ask my dentist about over-the-counter (OTC) tooth whiteners?
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You should always use over-the-counter (OTC) tooth whiteners as directed on the packaging, but you may also want to ask your dentist about the product you are using. OTC whitening kits usually contain a bleaching ingredient called peroxide. These... Full Answer
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- Q How do dentists perform laser teeth whitening?
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To perform laser teeth whitening, a dentist first applies a gel to your teeth. This gel contains peroxide, a compound that bleaches teeth. Next, the dentist shines a laser or other light source on your teeth. This step is designed to enhance the effects... Full Answer
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- Q How do I use a tray-based teeth whitening kit?
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Tray-based teeth whitening is performed with a whitening gel and a tooth tray or mouthpiece. The whitening gel contains a form of peroxide, which bleaches teeth and removes stains. The gel is put into the tray. If you purchase one of these kits from your... Full Answer
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- Q Is laser treatment for whitening teeth safe?
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Laser teeth whitening treatments are generally regarded as safe. Teeth whitening with a laser light may allow the bleaching to happen faster. Some people experience sensitive teeth and mild gum irritation temporarily after laser treatment for... Full Answer
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- Q How long is tray-based teeth whitening effective?
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Using a tray-based teeth whitening system may keep your smile brighter for up to a year or more, though your results will depend on several factors. First, you must use the tray-based teeth whitening system daily for the recommended time period, which... Full Answer
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