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Crest 3D White Advanced Vivid Whitestrips, 14 Pouches Containing Upper/Lower Strips (28 Total Strips)
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Crest 3D White Advanced Vivid Whitestrips, 14 Pouches Containing Upper/Lower Strips (28 Total Strips) DetailsManufacturer: Crest Brand: Crest Release Date: 2009-02-02 Model: advviv28 Product features: - 14 Pouches: Each with 1 Upper and 1 Lower Strip (28 Total Strips)
- Whitens by deep cleaning
- Enamel safe: same effective whitening ingredient dentist use
- Easier application, stronger grip and form fit, cleaner removal
- Previously Crest White Strips Advanced Seal
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Customer Reviews of Crest 3D White Advanced Vivid Whitestrips, 14 Pouches Containing Upper/Lower Strips (28 Total Strips)Customer Review: Crests Latest Bleaching Product Strip Stays on Teeth Summary: 5 Stars
As a dentist, I am often asked by patients and friends where to start in terms of selecting a bleaching product. Since Crest produces some very good products, I generally steer them to Crest products. However, there are a multitude of Crest bleaching products to select from, so where does one begin? Here is my advice in selecting and using Crest Bleaching products:
First, let's begin with the Crest Whitestrips Advanced Seal. This product was introduced in February, 2009. It contains a 10% hydrogen peroxide gel that is attached to a clear strip (like a band-aid) that wraps around the teeth. The primary advantage to this system is that the strip adheres to the teeth better than all the previous whitestrip products. In fact, some users report that it can be somewhat difficult to remove. However, having a strip that adheres to the teeth allows the user to do other things (remain active) while they bleach - work-out, shop, drive, talk, even drink fluids. The previous versions instructed the user to bleach for 30 minutes while stationary so the strip would not be displaced. In terms of bleaching effectiveness, Advanced Seal is equivalent to Crest Premium, Premium-Plus, and Pro Effects (as they all have a 10% hydrogen peroxide gel).
A brief review of the other Crest bleaching products is in order to understand the options available. Crest White Strips come in as many as 7 different formulations. This can be very confusing for the consumer! Please remember the key difference in all these products is the strength of the hydrogen peroxide gel, and of course the price. The higher the dose of hydrogen peroxide, the faster the bleaching result, and the most costly as well. Here is a quick summary of the products:
1. Crest White Strips Classic (6% hydrogen peroxide, 14-day treatment). 2. Crest White Strips Premium (10% hydrogen peroxide, 7-day treatment). 3. Crest White Strips Premium Plus (10% hydrogen peroxide, and has 12 additional strips).
4. Crest Pro Effects (10% hydrogen peroxide, 10-day treatment).
5. Crest Advanced Seal (10% hydrogen peroxide, 10-day treatment).
6. Daily Whitening Multicare (6% hydrogen peroxide, 5-minutes/day, 6-week supply)
7. Daily Whitening with Tartar Protection (6% hydrogen peroxide, 5-minutes/day, has a chemical that discourages tartar from attaching to the teeth, 38 upper and lower strips)
In using any of the Crest bleaching products, please follow the specified instructions that come with each product.
1. For most products, the instructions will direct you to bleach twice a day for 30-minutes a time. The inner part of the strip has a chemical called hydrogen peroxide that causes the stains inside your teeth to be oxidized and turn white. Applying the strips has a small learning curve as you will probably bend or fold a couple of them before you get the technique down.
2. Leave the strips on for the time recommended in the instructions and do not overbleach your teeth, as this can lead to sensitivity. Crest bleaching products will generally work for most people, especially younger people and those with yellow stains.
Potential Disadvantages to Consider
1. Hydrogen Peroxide can "burn" your gums. If you notice a burning sensation when you use the product, it is the chemical oxidizing (or burning) your gums (it will turn them white with a minor chemical burn). Depending on how severe the burning is, it may cause you to want to stop the treatment. It is OK to stop the treatment for a day or two to let the gums heal. Once they are healed, resume treatment with the White Strips. Try to not get the strip too far up on your gums.
2. Your teeth may become senstiive during the treatment time. Try to tolerate the sensitivity if it is mild, but if more severe, take a day or two off to let the teeth settle down and then pick up where you left off. You may notice much more sensitivity to cold water, ice cream, etc. The peroxide causes a revesible inflamation of the inner pulp, or nerve center of the tooth and makes the teeth very sensitive to biting or cold drinks or foods. If your teeth become too sensitive, back off on the strips until the sensitivity is gone before resuming bleaching.
3. The strips only cover your front teeth, so only your front teeth will bleach. You may notice the distinct difference between the back (unbleached) teeth and the front (bleached) teeth. Since most people notice the front 6 teeth anyway, this is not a big deal. However, if you have a wide toothy smile, you may want to have a dentist make you a tray that will hold the chemical on the back teeth to whiten them too.
4. The bleaching effect works best on yellow stains. If your stains are due to tetracycline (brownish grey stains in a band on your teeth, your best bet is to have a dentist whiten your teeth in the office for two sessions and then use White Strips to continue the bleaching process.
Crest White Strips work for the vast majority of people. Younger people with yellow stains seem to respond better than older people or those with gray stains. If you have severely stained teeth, especially those with tetracycline (an antibiotic) stain, the strips may not work well for you.
If you are not satisfied with the results and still want whiter teeth, you can then see your dentist for a more concentrated in-office form of bleaching. Crest offers a product called "Crest Whitestrips Supreme" through dental offices that can be used at home. It is a 14% hydrogen peroxide gel in a thinner strip. It is used for 30 minutes once or twice a day for 3 weeks.
Jim "Konedog" Koenig, DDS
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Description of Crest 3D White Advanced Vivid Whitestrips, 14 Pouches Containing Upper/Lower Strips (28 Total Strips)Crest Whitestrips Advanced Seal molds and adheres to your teeth so easily that it fits your smile and life. You can even drink water while wearing Crest Whitestrips Advance Seal. You can whiten when it is convenient for you; in the shower, while watching TV or commuting to work Crest® 3D White? Advanced Vivid Whitestrips® provide dramatic whitening results that last up to 12 months. Featuring Advanced Seal Technology, these no-slip Whitestrips allow you to talk, drink water and go about your day while you whiten with no sticky mess. Use for 30 minutes, once a day for a stand-out smile. Plus, you'll start seeing results after just 3 days. Full results after completion of kit. Choose the Whitestrips That are Right for You FAQ Are Whitestrips Safe? Yes. When you use Crest 3D White Whitestrips as directed, you're using the same ingredient dentists use to give their patients whiter teeth. In fact, extensive testing has shown Crest 3D White Whitestrips to be safe on enamel. Simply place the strips on your upper and lower teeth once a day, as directed – they're designed to stay safely in place. In just minutes, remove them and you're done for the day. It's that simple. Remember, there’s a reason Crest Whitestrips is the #1 dentist recommended teeth whitening brand! Why Whiten? For just one moment, smile. Then think about it. That all-important grin is how you greet the world and your loved ones every day. Of course, it's also a big part of the first impressions you make. A recent study shows that people with whiter teeth appear more confident, are more likely to be hired for jobs, and even enjoy better dates.* So whitening isn't just about caring for your teeth. It's about feeling your best and living life accordingly. And you can get whiter teeth for as little as $25 or in as little as 5 minutes once a day. * Independent study by Kelton Research Do Whitestrips Really Work? In a word, yes! With Crest® 3D White Whitestrips®, you'll get whiter teeth, and Crest guarantees you'll be happy with the results. Crest 3D White Whitestrips give you whiter teeth because the strips are designed to conform to your teeth and keep the whitening gel in contact with them long enough to get at stain build-up below the tooth surface. Plus, if you use Crest 3D White Advanced Vivid or Professional Effects Whitestrips, you can start seeing results after as little as 3 days. Full results after completion of kit.
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