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Can I Safely Have my Teeth Whitened After my Braces Come Off?

asked 11 months ago by anon
Latest answer by Pamela Marzban, DDS
Question viewed 416 times
Tags: adhesion, dangers, problem, results, whiten, whitening strips

Does the cement used in attaching braces to my teeth pose problems for teeth whitening after having braces removed? Should I have my teeth whitened by a professional or can it be done at home right away?

6 answers to Can I Safely Have my Teeth Whitened After my Braces Come Off?

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Teeth whitening after braces

Teeth whitening after braces is a very popular service in my practice. Once your braces are removed, it's ok to start whitening. There is probably a lower incidence of side effects with dentist office whitening products vs. over the counter ones because office patients are screened first and monitored, and treatments are customized to each person.
Paul D. Kantor, DDS

Cleveland Cosmetic Dentist
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Whitening after braces off!!

Rather than heading to the local cosmetic counter or shopping mall in search of teeth whiteners, start with a dental check up.This way, it can be diagnosed the cause of discoloration—injury, stains from food or tobacco antibiotic treatment and so on. Whitening products only work on natural tooth enamel, not on crowns, veneers, bonding materials or tooth colored fillings.Does this mean if you have any of the above mentioned conditions you are stuck with yellow... more
Pamela Marzban, DDS

Fairfax Cosmetic Dentist
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Whitening after braces

Tooth whitening is common practice and especially after braces. However, in children I do not bleach their teeth. Usually after 17 or 18 years old I will proceed with bleaching. There are too many potential complications with bleaching childrens teeth. Parents have the choice to use over the counter bleaching products but at their own risk. Much can be accomplished with bleaching and a new smile created! It is a wonderful service to have and not expensive... more
Keith Blankenship, DDS

Jacksonville Cosmetic Dentist
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Whitening after braces

When your braces are removed all of the cements to keep them bonded to the teeth should be removed. I would then have your teeth cleaned and once cleaned you should be ok to have them whitened unless the dentist finds decay
Leonard Tau, DMD

Philadelphia Cosmetic Dentist
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Whitening After braces

After your braces are off its best to have a cleaning then you may speak to your dentist to see which type of whitening is best for you and the results your looking to achieve..( Take home trays, In house)
Ashkan Haeri, DMD

Mission Viejo Cosmetic Dentist
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Whitening after braces

All of the glue is removed when the braces are removed so your teeth should respond to bleaching the same as someone who has never had braces.
Robert Waxler, DMD, MS

Saint Louis Orthodontist

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