I just started using crest whitening strips and..?!


Question:

I just started using crest whitening strips and..?

well, after the 3o min. for using the whitening strips is up, i go and rinse off the gel. is that the way you're supposed to do it? or...? and, i've been getting white marks on my teeth, does that mean that its showing effect and working? but it's basically only on my top two front teeth where the white shows. will it go away soon?

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1 month ago
how long am i supposed to rinse them for? doesnt it take away the effect that the gel gives to my teeth for whitening?

1 month ago
i have white spots, but then they dont go away within an hour or a couple of hours. it actually stays on.... is this normal too..?


Answers:

After you take the strips off you can rinse with water or brush normally. You do not want to brush them before hand since it affects their ability to work well. If you are getting white spots it is due to the tooth losing some of its moisture during the process and should go away in around an hour or so. You do not want to drink any dark liquids such as cola, wine, coffee etc within a 1/2 hour of using the strips since staining will occur. If you have sensitivity use them every other day and use a plain toothpaste (no whitening or tartar control) Hope this helps! Good luck!
JAMRDH - a dental hygienist




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