Teeth Whitening system without hurting gums?

This system cost £260 but I don't want to damage my healthy gums. What should I do?

Thanks,
Dianne.

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2 answers to “Teeth Whitening system without...”

A: Dentist distributed whitening products won't damage gums

Lance Timmerman, DMD

The products dispensed from a dental office may cause some temporary discomfort to the teeth or gums, but no permanent damage will result.  The teeth may ache from dehydration, which will reverse in 24 hours when they fully rehydrate, and the gums may turn white from the chemical interaction of the gel on... more

A: Whitening without gum sensitivity

Susan Goode Estep, DMD

First, rest assured that if you are using a whitening system guided by your dentist, the whitening gel will not damage your gums. When the gel gets on your gums, it can irritate them, causing them to hurt. However, no permanent damage will result. To keep the gel off of your gums, use only a tiny drop of gel... more

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