Question 1

do teeth whitening products such as crest strips damage tooth enamel?

Accepted Answer

Possible: Be sure to follow directions, use only as directed 
do not use more than directed
do not use home remedy ideas along with strips.

Question 2

does teeth whitening solution remove tooth enamel? i want to know why my eye teeth look bad. used trays and strips.

Accepted Answer

No: Need to see dentist. This is probably the  sign of tooth disease.

Question 3

is laser teeth whitening less damaging to your teeth than those store-bought strips? i've heard that those whitening strips they sell at drug stores are actually not that good for the enamel on your teeth. is the laser whitening method better for teeth ov

Accepted Answer

The : The active ingredient in most whitening systems is the same.  Typically, the concentration and means of applying it differ.

Question 4

i have a white mark enamel mark on my tooth what can i do to get rid of it is teeth whitening an option to get rid of it?

Accepted Answer

: The "white mark" can be due to multiple factors... hypercalcification, decalcification, trauma before the tooth erupted. Tooth whitening procedures will remove stains but do not alter the enamel matrix. Your dentist is best prepared to evaluate the lesion and advise you of your possible remedies.

Question 5

isn't hydrogen peroxide used in teeth whitening treatments?if so,is it true that it can erode the tooth enamel over time?in that case what is the percentage of hydrogen peroxide that can cause it?what about carbamide peroxide?

Accepted Answer

: Regardless of which peroxide is in the gel, the concentration is low enough to help prevent damage to your teeth and gingiva as long as it is used according to directions and not overused. People often don't follow the directions and that's when damage can occur.

Question 6

is erosion of enamal at root from the teeth whitening trays/strips possible?

Accepted Answer

Teeth Erosion: I have not seen any enamel distruction after using dental strips to clean teeth much more root erosion because it is deep inside the gum not reach by cleaning.

Question 7

can teeth whitening hide enamel loss?

Accepted Answer

More specific: You need to be more specific...Do you mean if your enamel is thinned out due to attrition and they are becoming more and more translucent and thin, then, whitening your teeth may not be the answer you're looking for.

Question 8

is it possible that long term use of the zoom whitening system can weaken teeth? i'm looking into teeth whitening regimens, particularly zoom, and i'm wondering if over the long term there is anyway it can weaken teeth and damage or remove enamel?

Accepted Answer

Whitening : Whitening has been around for many years.  It appears that it probably does not cause any long term problems.  There are a few studies that show on a rare occasion that internal resorption of the tooth can occur.  Personally, I have not seen any problems with the exception of some sensitivity after about 500 cases.  I usually make sure there is no dental decay (cavities) prior to whitening.  In addition, it has also been shown that whitening your teeth can lead to a better periodontal (gum) condition.  The active ingredient in most whitening systems is hydrogen perioxide.  Hope this helps.  Happy whitening!

Question 9

used tooth whitening paste for 2 wks (stopped now). front teeth have been sensitive for last few days. could those couple of days cause loss of enamel?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: The primary ingredient is a stabilized form of Hydrogen Peroxide. There are ingredients used to keep it in a gel form and the less expensive ones can create short term sensitivity. You should consider a desensitizing tooth paste to use in conjunction with bleaching or better yet see your dentist for a safe and effective professional teeth whitening!

Question 10

please tell me, are crest teeth whitening strips worth it?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if..: Yes, if used as directed! good luck.

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Do teeth whitening products such as crest strips damage tooth enamel

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Do teeth whitening products such as crest strips damage tooth enamel?

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Does teeth whitening solution remove tooth enamel? i want to know why my eye teeth look bad. used trays and strips.

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Is laser teeth whitening less damaging to your teeth than those store-bought strips? i've heard that those whitening strips they sell at drug stores are actually not that good for the enamel on your teeth. is the laser whitening method better for teeth ov

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I have a white mark enamel mark on my tooth what can i do to get rid of it is teeth whitening an option to get rid of it?

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Isn't hydrogen peroxide used in teeth whitening treatments?if so,is it true that it can erode the tooth enamel over time?in that case what is the percentage of hydrogen peroxide that can cause it?what about carbamide peroxide?

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Is erosion of enamal at root from the teeth whitening trays/strips possible?

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Can teeth whitening hide enamel loss?

A member asked:

Is it possible that long term use of the zoom whitening system can weaken teeth? i'm looking into teeth whitening regimens, particularly zoom, and i'm wondering if over the long term there is anyway it can weaken teeth and damage or remove enamel?

A member asked:

Used tooth whitening paste for 2 wks (stopped now). front teeth have been sensitive for last few days. could those couple of days cause loss of enamel?

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Please tell me, are crest teeth whitening strips worth it?

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