Teeth whitening gels not all the same

Michael J. Thomas, DDS answers: Are all teeth whitening gels OK or can some ruin your teeth?

Are all teeth whitening gels OK or can some ruin your teeth?


Michael J. Thomas, DDS
6 months ago
By Michael J. Thomas, DDS - Los Angeles Cosmetic dentist

Think of whitening gel that you buy from a Dentist as prescription strength gel with all the safety measures in place. Think of over the counter gels as a marketing idea to get you to buy them with no regards for the safety of your teeth and gums. Don't do your own root canal and don't do your own teeth whitening.

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