Crest whitestrips premium
Whitening strips use a peroxide gel to oxidize stain molecules on the enamel surface and within enamel.
The short answer
Whitening strips use a peroxide gel to oxidize stain molecules on the enamel surface and within enamel. Results and irritation depend on the peroxide formulation, contact time, tooth structure, and existing dental work.
What is the direct answer?
What does this question mean?
The strip holds gel against the visible surfaces of the teeth, but it does not change the color of fillings, crowns, veneers, or bonding. Uneven color can appear when restorations or deeper dentin discoloration are present.
What can you do next?
Follow the product directions, keep gel off the gums, and stop if burning or marked sensitivity develops. A dental cleaning may be needed first when plaque, calculus, or gum inflammation is present.
When should you seek dental care?
Seek dental care for persistent sensitivity, gum injury, a single dark tooth, cavities, cracks, or whitening that becomes patchy.
What should you ask the dentist?
Ask whether your enamel, gums, fillings, and existing restorations are suitable for peroxide whitening and which method fits the type of stain.
Frequently asked questions
Can this be diagnosed from the symptom alone?
No. The examination and the pattern of symptoms determine which causes need attention.
What information should I bring?
Bring the product or appliance, a list of medicines, and when the symptom or concern began.