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Are there any dangers with teeth whitening procidures ?
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Dental supervised: Dental supervised teeth bleaching is monitored by the dentist, both in the duration of time and concentration of the bleach for the desired results. Over the counter materials, while at a lower concentration of peroxide are not monitored and can result in over use.
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Whitening risks: Risks associated with teeth whitening include tooth sensitivity and damage to the roots of teeth. If you have sensitive teeth or teeth with worn enamel the whitening is not recommended.
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