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Ideally,brushing your teethevery day would be enough to keep your teeth pearly white between dentist appointments.

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you might either consult your board-certified dentist or refer to our FAQs below.

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It seems as if they’ve been around forever but professionals still love them.

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“When people use strips properly, they can get very close to professional whitening,” he says.

Not to mention, these strips won a2023 Best of Beauty Awardin the teeth whitening category.

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Along with its gentle yet effective formula, this kit also features a more customized experience.

How do you remove stains from teeth?

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That’s where peroxide comes in.

How do teeth-whitening ingredients work?

“This helps the manufacturer to ensure product quality and consistency at the consumers end.”

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What are the differences between in-office whitening and over-the-counter whitening treatments?

The only difference is the concentration.

“Something you’re using over the counter has the potential to touch the gum tissues or be swallowed.

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Any other considerations while shopping for teeth-whitening products?

Am I a good candidate for over-the-counter teeth-whitening products?

“Tooth whitening is something that should only be done in a healthy mouth situation,” he says.

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Regardless, involving your dentist in the discussion is always a good idea.

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