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can a dentist help me find a tooth whitening product for home use. I know that some teeth whitners are considered too abrasive and damaging of the tooth enamel.

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2 Doctor Answers | Asked by anon
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Strips are OK

I don't think strip usage is much of a concern. Soft and flexible trays that most dentists make for patients allow the majority of the gel to escape (our office fabricates rigid trays to avoid this). The exposure with THIS is of a higher concentration than OTC products, and no reports of permanent damage have ever been recorded (tissue irritation is not unusual). Hydrogen Peroxide (H2O2) simply breaks down to Oxygen (O2) and water (H2O). I suggest people give OTC products a try. I... more
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2 types of at-home bleaching kits

There are two types of at-home bleaching kits. The best is the tray whitening systems given to you by your dentist. The dentist will make a custom fitted, flexible, comfortable tray. These are designed to fit close to the teeth so they stay in place but are made from a soft, flexible material that is very comfortable; many people don’t even know the tray is in place. We take care to make sure there are no sharp or rough edges that might irritate the gums and cheeks. The gel the... more

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