The LED teeth whitening light is safe to use as directed and helps the ingredients in Crest 3DWhitestrips work more effectively by safely penetrating the enamel surface to weaken tough, yellow stains.
Can I use blue light with regular Crest White Strips?
Yes, the light works with any gel that contains peroxide (which yours does). The light will help speed up the whitening process.
Can you use a UV light with Crest White Strips?
UV lights used with Crest Whitestrips may increase tooth sensitivity and potentially damage tooth pulp. It’s possible for white strips to leave discoloration on the teeth if the strips don’t adhere to the teeth evenly.
Can I use whitening strips with a light?
3D White Whitestrips with Light Gets The Best Results
Without a doubt, Sherrie recommends buying Crest 3D White Whitestrips with Light over other whitening strip products because, for just a bit more money, you can get a dramatic boost in your whitening results that last 36 months, longer than strips alone.
Can you use teeth whitening strips with UV light?
Your dentist may offer a procedure that uses an FDA-approved UV light or laser to help whiten your teeth. Although the potential risks of exposure to UV light seem low, they are still possible.
Can you use any LED light for teeth whitening?
LED lights require minimal power, are long-lasting, and do not require a warming up period to be effective. Although their light is more intense than other types of light, they are also much cooler due to their ability to dissipate heat. All these things make them an ideal light for teeth whitening.
Does the crest LED light work?
The Crest Whitening Emulsions with LED Accelerator Light really works! Immediately after the first application, I noticed a difference and so did my family. The gel is thick and stays on. I was worried it would irritate my teeth, but there wasn’t any sensitivity at all.
Does blue LED light help whiten teeth?
In-office professional whitening treatments use a higher concentration of whitening chemicals for a shorter amount of time, allowing you to see immediate results that last. In addition, adding LED blue light to your whitening treatment helps further brighten and whiten your smile.
Do I brush my teeth after whitening strips?
We recommend that with any form of whitening that teeth are brushed beforehand. This is to ensure that any plaque (this sticky surface layer on your teeth) is removed and that any whitening agent present in the strips or gel gets the closest contact with the teeth.
Do Crest Whitestrips work after one use?
Do Whitestrips work after one use? It’s not likely that you will see noticeable results after a single use, unless you use the Express whitening strips. These work in just an hour to remove surface stains. The intended result is an immediately noticeably whiter smile.
How does an LED light whiten teeth?
LED light works with a tooth-whitening agent to whiten teeth by activating the whitening agent and starting the chemical reaction. An LED light will not change the color of the teeth if used alone. It acts as a catalyst to speed up the whitening process’s reactions when combined with a whitening agent.
How often can you whiten your teeth with LED light?
How Often Should You Use It? Use 15 minutes once a day for 21 days, and then one to two times weekly to maintain that beautiful smile. You’ll see visible results just after an hour of your first use.
Can I put a UV light on my teeth?
Even though cancer is not considered a valid concern, there are some other risks associated with UV light teeth whitening. UV instruments are powerful and applying the light for too long or directing it in the wrong spot can damage soft tissues. It can cause sensitivity or even mild burns on the lips, gums, or tongue.
Does UV light damage enamel?
In addition, UV lighting comes with short and long-term risk factors that are important to make note of. Short-term risk factors include burns and bleeding of the gums, tooth sensitivity and even sunburn to the skin, while long-term risk factors may lead to wear on the teeth’s enamel and even oral cancer.