Is it okay to apply 3D crest white (whitestrips) on my teeth if I have an implant among them?

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I know the implant/crown will not be whitened, but will this harm the implant itself or put any risk on it's stability? Note: the implanted tooth is the canine in the upper mouth.

Joseph F. DelPrete, DMD · Answer

The 3D crest strips should have no effect on the implant.  You should be able to use them without worry

Dan Hagi, DDS · Answer

You are right the dental implant will not whiten and as long as the white strip does not touch the gum there will be no effect on the implant.

Sylvan Fain, DDS · Answer

The whitening is safe for the dental implant and for the crown. You can whiten your teeth confidently.

Mark Edington, DDS · Answer

You are correct that crowns will not whiten.  If your crown is whiter than the natural teeth, it make sense to try to whiten the natural teeth to match.  I have never seen any damage to porcelain crowns or dental implants from any form of teeth whitening.  Good luck!

Sue Wendling, DMD (retired) · Answer

Crowns of any kind won't be lightened by any teeth whitening systems. But, whitening products won't damage crowns. However the rest of your teeth will be lighter than your crown. So, it's not really a good idea.

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