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At 55 years of age can my teeth still be whiter? I was a smoker 24 years ago. (Photos)

August 24, 2018
Asked By:peggyramos096 in Bronx, NY

I want to whiten my teeth will it help me now?

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Answer: It all depends on whether your teeth are colored or if your teeth are internally yellow.

Ella Dekhtyar, DDS
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Answer: It all depends on whether your teeth are colored or if your teeth are internally yellow.

Ella Dekhtyar, DDS

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