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I just got my braces off today and need to go back for my retainers. was wondering if i were to ask my dentist if i could use whitestrips would they say yes?
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Likely, yes!: At 49 years of age, tooth whitening is for you! they may even provide you with a bleaching kit. Show off that new smile!
Answered 8/26/2013
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Yes: Should not be a problem. Will not effect ortho treeatment.
Answered 9/4/2013
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Possibly: Dentist supervised whitening systems are light years more effective than strips. Ask your Dentist for help. Do NOT remove retainers to wear strips, or teeth can shift. Wait at least 3 months after braces removed before doing whitening to allow enamel around braces to fully remineralization.
Answered 9/29/2016
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