other than whiting stripes and all that other crap  what else can i use to get my teeth white?
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Please ask your dentist before you try any home remedies, some may damage your teeth badly, and that could make them looking worse than where you're at now.  I personally do not recommend "Zoom" whitening or any 'in office' whitening treatments.  They do not last very long, are costly and could make your teeth very sensitive.  I do recommend over the counter products that contain 15% or less 'carbamide peroxide'. (hydrogen peroxide products are not very temperature stable, and so it is hard to tell whether they are damaged goods.)  \nOther than bleaching you teeth you could have bonding or veneers done.  Veneers are also high $$, but are very nice, and you could drastically improve your appearance.  Some veneers don't even involve drilling or numbing ("Lumineers").  I would ask your dentist what he suggests...
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Hi, \n\nThe only way you will be able to whiten your teeth properly is to have them bleached professionally at a dentist. The stuff sold in the shops does not contain enough peroxide (the active ingredient) to remove anything but a little suface staining.You need to have at least 10% peroxide and this strength is only legally available to dentists in the UK . \n\n Bleaching, when done properly does NOT damage the enamel of the teeth, any sensitivity is usually only temporary and can usually be overcome by using a Sensitive toothpaste and fluoride mouthwash.\n\nI have had quite a few patients have it done, men and women of all ages (mostly over 40 surprisingly) and we have had some really good results.\n\nTo do home bleaching supervised by a dentist costs around £350 but gets fantastic results. You wear two bleaching trays for a couple of hours a night for approx 2 wks depending on lightening needed.\n\nYou can also have speed whitening done at the dentist in 1 hour and at around £650, but beware, if your teeth are not isolated properly this can make your teeth and gums very sensitive! better to do it gradually over a couple of weeks when you get the same results anyway. The laser light does not really do anything anyway, it just makes you think you are getting value for money !\n\nIf it is just surface staining I advise my patients to use a toothpaste containing Bicarbonate of soda and and electric toothbrush (you can get them as cheap as £12 now) this can work wonders too. Also a visit to a Dental Hygienist for a professional scale and polish can make a big difference .\n\nHope this helps
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try this method. it's worked for me the past 2 years, and is super cheap!\n1. before you brush your teeth, swish with a 50% water & 50% hydrogen peroxide solution for 30 seconds.\n2. spit out 50/50 solution.  do not rinse mouth with water. \n3. brush with whitening toothpaste*\n\nthis will help keep stains at bay:-) \n\n*the toothpaste i like is Colgate Total Whitening (paste, not gel) \n\ngood luck!
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1.  ngredients: bicarbonate of soda\nInstructions: bicarbonate of soda, not bakin soda that is different, brush your teeth, helps to remove calculate too, so then use dental floss, and then use your normal toothpaste, i do it every 15 days. because i smoke help me to keep my teeth white!\n\n2.  I used to have really yellow teeth from drinking so much coca-cola. I bought teeth whitening stuff from stores, but they wouldn't work. I looked on the ingrediants to see what was in it, and I saw hydrogen peroxide. So I took a swig of hydrogen peroxide, and swirled it around my mouth, (just like mouthwash) and left it in for a minute. I saw a difference in just 2 days!\n\n3. My grandmother's home remedy for teeth whitening is as follows:\n\nmix on small plate the following\n1 tsp baking soda\ndash of salt\nthen add a few drops of white vinegar, which will foam.\n\nThen brush with toothpaste afterwards.\n\nIt works great! I've used this for last forty years.\n\n\n4.  Pour a little bit of hyrdogen peroxide on your toothbrush and then put some baking soda on top then just brush your teeth with it. Rinse your mouth when your done. (Note: it tastes really bad and do not swallow!!!)\n\n5.  Rub the inside of an orange peel on the teeth.\n\n6.  Believe it or not...strawberries will whiten your teeth. Rub fresh strawberry on your teeth daily and watch. A strawberry may also be mashed and applied with a tooth brush. \n\n7.  hey its as simple as 100% Apple Cider Vingar brush your teeth in this not only does it help to whiten your teeth your going to think you been to have them cleaned. Safe and sanitary\n\n8.  eating lots of apples especially after a meal really helped whiten my teeth\n\n\nhope some of those help!!!
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Don't worry about stupid ppl with their stupid answers (The first answer on here)!!  The best thing to gently whiten your teeth would be topol( a whitening toothpaste).  It works great for smokers, coffee drinkers, etc. and it is very gentle, i use it every day and my teeth are so much more whiter! Congratulations on your Graduation!!!!!
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Many teeth whitening processes involve rubbing your teeth with abrasive materials, but you want to avoid rubbing them too much, because if you rub off the top layer of your teeth, the tooth enamel, your dentine layer will be exposed. \nThis is harmful to your teeth as well as making your teeth look greyish. Use caution and a soft bristle brush with home-made teeth whitening attempts. \n\n1. Lemon Juice (either from a bottle or from a lemon) mixed with a bit of table salt. In a small cup, mix the cupful of lemon juice with two to three very small spoonfuls of salt. Dip your toothbrush in and gently rub. Rinse mouth with water. Do not apply salt directly to the brush. Do this once every second day for up to 5 times. After doing this, brush your teeth with toothpaste – acids can actually cause tooth staining if left on the teeth.\n\n2. Try fruit! Rub a strawberry on your front teeth before brushing your teeth with regular or whitening toothpaste.\n\n3. Baking soda. Mix fresh baking soda with some cold water and gently rub teeth with the mixture. Use the flat part of your finger or a soft bristle toothbrush dipped into the baking soda to apply the baking soda to your front teeth. Do not rub vigorously or with a hard toothbrush. Let the baking soda sit for a couple of minutes, rubbing gently. Rinse mouth with clean water.\n\n4. Or, try vinegar! Dip a soft toothbrush in vinegar and brush gently. Avoid excessive vinegar on your gums, the acid can make your gums feel unpleasant. Rinse mouth with water after. To get between the teeth, try dipping your floss in vinegar before flossing.\n\n5. Make a paste of vinegar with baking soda. Mix vinegar with baking soda and apply the paste to your front teeth with your finger, rubbing gently using up and down motions.  Rinse mouth with water. While rinsing, force water between teeth by closing teeth and pouring water into your mouth.\n\n6. Some people try brushing or even rinsing their teeth with hydrogen peroxide. This may whiten your teeth, but the peroxide can damage your gums and the lining of your mouth. Also, keep in mind that the concentration of hydrogen peroxide in the bottles you can buy, and in the whitening agents you can buy, is different. If you do choose to do this, dab the peroxide on a tiny bit at a time with a cotton swab, to prevent any peroxide from touching your gums.\n\nAn important thing to remember with these home remedies for teeth whitening methods is to be patient. It will take time to remove the stains on the teeth, and it may take several weeks to see results. Don’t forget to continue your normal teeth and mouth cleaning regimen as well.
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Get your teeth bleached.
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go and get a cleaning and a whitening done at your dentist
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There was an infomercial for Didi-7 a few years ago.  That stuff worked FANTASTIC.  Other than that, try anything (other than chlorine bleach) that whitens gently.  Toothpaste works, depending on the brand.\n\nMy step-daughters had to have perfect white sneakers for cheerleading every game, but they did cheers on a cinder track & would ruin them every time.
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Teeth can be whitened by several methods:\n\n1. "Bleaching" which truly involves hydrogen peroxide\n2. Veneers - artificial surfaces placed and glued on the tooth front surfaces (usually the top fronts first)\n3. Caps  or crowns - one or more teeth reduced in size and a new surface made to place over the top.\n\nBleaching is the easiest and cheapest. Several shades of whitening can be effecteed. Consult with your dentist.\n\nThere are off-the-shelf methods now sold in pharmacies that have overnight trays and solution to put in them. You sleep with the solution in them and the holder in your mouth.  Use care to follow instructions. Irritation of gum tissue is a worry.\n\nVeneers require a dentist and can cost a thousand or more dollars. They look great but may require careful treatment afterward to avoid popping them off from hard wear and eating. \n\nCaps and crowns are rugged but are major dental commitment. Most dentists will not do this without health reasons.\n\nBest of luck and get a professional opinion or two.
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My friend has the WHITEST teeth I have ever seen. She used Crest White Strips and Crest Vivid White toothpaste.
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Crest Premium White strips work fairly well.  They're just a little bit of a hassle twice a day for a week.
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Homemade Teeth Whiteners\n\nWhitener / Cleanser - 1\nBaking soda, 1 teaspoon\nHydrogen peroxide, a few drops\nMix the two ingredients and use as a paste on your teeth and gums two times a week.\n\nTooth Whitener / Cleanser - 2\nBaking soda, 3 teaspoon\nTable salt, 1 teaspoon\nMix the two ingredients and use as a tooth powder.\n\nWarning\nYou should never use lemon/lime juice for teeth whitening. Chewable vitamin C tablets with or without sugar are acidic and are a hazard for not only children’s teeth but also to adult's teeth. Do not use lemon juice for whitening because vitamin C will cause the teeth to lose calcium, damaging teeth quicker than anything else.
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Try white-out.  it works great.
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For natural white teeth.\nbrush all the time.. (I'm NOT kiddin!!)Not just twice..Brush ur teeth in the mornin after,after breakfast,in ur office/school,after&b4 luch/dinner,in ur car...EVERYTIME!!You will have not only white teeth but also fresh breath\nGo for regular dental check ups\nAnd drink milk(which has alot of calcium and is good for ur teeth.)
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My dentist said that if you have no money for fancy whiteners you can make a paste of peroxide & baking soda and apply it to your teeth for a short time.  Whatever remedy you decide to use make sure it is short-time because you don't want to weaken the enamel; and remember to try to stay away from foods that are colored such as coffee, soda etc. or you might as well not try to bleach them.
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I think so---I use Crest White Strips.  In fact whenever I use them, my dentist alwasy comments on how white my teeth are.