How Do You Use a Teeth Whitening Pen?
Brush, twist the pen, paint a thin layer onto each tooth and let it dry. Use it twice a day for two weeks and skip food and drink for 30...
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Guides, routines and honest advice on whitening, skincare and everyday wellness, from our team and the professionals we work with.
Does Teeth Whitening Work on Yellow Teeth?
Yes. The American Dental Association says yellow teeth will probably bleach well. Here is why teeth turn yellow and which stains respond best.
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What Does the Pressure Sensor on an Oral-B iO Do?
It lights up to tell you when you are brushing too hard, so you can ease off before you wear down your gums. Here is what the lights mean and...
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Are Floss Picks and Floss Holders as Good as String Floss?
Yes. In clinical trials, floss picks and handled flossers removed plaque and reduced gum bleeding about as well as string floss held in the fingers.
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How Long Should You Brush With an Electric Toothbrush?
Two minutes, twice a day. Oral-B electric toothbrushes have a built-in two minute timer that also tells you when to move to the next part of your mouth.
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Can You Use a Water Flosser With Braces?
Yes. The American Dental Association lists water flossers as an option for people with braces, and a study of teenagers with braces found one removed more plaque than string floss.
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Philips Zoom NiteWhite 16% vs 22%: Which Strength Should You Choose?
Both are worn 2 to 4 hours or overnight. Pick 16% if your teeth are sensitive and 22% if you want faster results. Here is how they compare.
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Do You Need to Refrigerate Teeth Whitening Gel?
It depends on the brand. Philips Zoom gels are stored at room temperature, while Ultradent's Opalescence Go instructions say to refrigerate. Here is how to store each one.
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Should You Brush Your Teeth Before Whitening?
Yes. Philips and Ultradent both tell you to brush before your whitening trays go in, and Philips adds flossing. Here is why, and what to do afterwards.
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Do Tongue Scrapers Help With Bad Breath?
Yes. Bad breath most often starts on the back of the tongue, and in clinical trials a tongue scraper cut the sulfur gases behind the smell more than a toothbrush...
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Is a Water Flosser Better Than String Floss?
In a clinical study a water flosser removed more plaque than string floss. Here is what the study found and who benefits most from a water flosser.
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Should You Floss Before or After Brushing?
Floss first. In the trial built to test the order, flossing before brushing removed more plaque, and the NHS recommends it. The American Dental Association says either order is fine.
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