Re: Night Effects
 

It is absolutely disgusting...but i've stuck it out and my teeth are whiter than when i used to the white strips a few months ago, and I'm just beginning my second week on them. The white strips made my teeth/gums entirely too sensitive, but the night effects have hardly made them sensitive in comparison...so i give the night effects a thumbs up if you're willing to deal with how disgusting it looks and feels...and getting the goo all over your mouth!

Well, I am currently using the Crest White Strips during the day and the Colgate Simply White Nights at night. This is just my second day, but I see a difference already. Of course, I also use Rembrandt Superior Whitening Toothpaste as well. I brush, then rinse with Rembrandt Whitening mouthwash. I follow up with the white strips. At night, I use the same routine, except instead of the strips, I "paint" on the Simply White. It is not gunky. I don't taste it or anything. I let it dry on, then I'm cool. I didn't like the way the Crest Night Effects looked, so I went with the Simply White.

My teeth had stains that I am pretty sure I was born with. Not horrible or overly noticable, but I see ALL of my flaws and I have to take care of my teeth. I didn't want to pay $400 to my dentist (unless my process doesn't work), so I am trying this. I'll keep you all posted....

I've tried both the Crest Whitestrips and... I forget what the other stuff was, but it was that paint on stuff. Besides doing absolutely nothing in the whitening department, they made my teeth so unbelievably sensitive that I could only eat or drink things that were at room temperature, even for about a week after I stopped using each of them (didn't do them at the same time...). My teeth were slightly sensitive when I was little, but they haven't been in years until this.

I just started using the whitestrips a couple days ago...
I think i'm already noticing a difference on my one badly stained tooth...the others look the same.

I'm glad that appears to be working, unfortunately I have a grey tooth and don't have the $$ to get a cap or crown, so I'll still hate my smile. (stupid bike accident!)

In a few days I'll be done with my first box of Crest Strips, but I had started using them last month, then stopped and resumed again a few days ago. I've seen a difference on my top teeth... the bottom strip doesn't seem to stay on my teeth as well. I've been thinking about trying Crest Night Effects (the paint at night) just because they're on sale now. But I'm afraid that since I'd be painting it on myself that my teeth could come out different shades if not applied evenly.

There's an article in June's Consumers Digest about whitening products. It favored dentist-dispensed take-home bleaching trays or one-hour in-office bleaching-- it said those are "the only procedures that get into the dentin and bleach the teeth." It said that "while over the counter products may remove surface stains and temporarily whiten teeth, 'they never bleach or change the color of teeth, because they never reach the dentin,'" according to a a dentist and consumer advisor for the American Dental Association. Dentin's the layer of the tooth under the enamel that has the most color, according to the article.

I think I'll give my teeth a rest for a while after I finish the box... my parents keep saying my teeth are fine but I want my teeth to be as white as Jessica Simpson's-- have you seen them, they're so white!

Has anyone tried the new stuff that is out...I believe Rembrant makes it? It almost looks like lipstick you put on your teeth, like a paint on whitener. From the commerical, it seemed like something you could do several times throughout the day.

I've been using a Sonicare toothbrush with whitening toothpaste and it has worked better than any whitening product I have tried.

A friend of mine told me this hint: Always drink tea and dark sodas through a straw so the front of your teeth don't get stained. Not much hope for coffee unless you're drinking iced coffee!

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Just bought a box from my dentist today- the professional strength. Not a fan of how they feel.... and i'm afraid to swallow b/c i don't want to swallow the stuff (although it doesn't say that it'll hurt you!). We'll see how they turn out.

Bumping this up.

My boyfriend has been using the Night Effects for the past couple of weeks. There is definitely a difference but his teeth aren't as white as a dental-whitening job. The stuff looks really gross on the teeth, though. It almost looks like he painted sour cream over his teeth. Ew.

My dentist had a holiday special on bleaching trays. So, I went ahead and did that. I had a mold taken of my mouth last week and I pick up the trays on Wednesday. I'm supposed to use the trays every night for 2 weeks. I've heard that dental whitening is the only kind that REALLY works. The trays are good because they're specially designed for your mouth only; they get into every space that you have in your teeth.

If you have any crowns or porcelain fillings, I've heard that the bleaching trays won't work on those. That's the only thing I'm worried about. I have a porcelain filling in the back of my mouth from a cavity. The great thing about them is that they're matched to the color of your teeth. So, I'm scared I'll have this discolored patch on my back tooth after the bleaching. I have to ask my dentist about that.

I'll keep everyone updated on how my teeth look after the bleaching trays.

Is it true that to have the trays and stuff is like 200 bucks out of pocket beause it's considered cosmetic and insurance doesnt cover it? If you found a way insurance covers that let me know. I'm happy with crest white strips, but I too have heard the trays are the best way to go.

Insurance doesn't cover it. There may be some instances where it does (like if your teeth are really, really, really discolored).

The in-house laser whitening can cost $600 and up.

The bleaching trays average around $400.

My dentist is doing a special right now where the bleaching trays are $150. Of course, I took her up on that offer. :)

Just an update:

I've been doing the bleaching trays for a week. It's a 2 week process but after only a week the results are amazing! I've had so many of my friends compliment me. Today when I was at the mall, one of the cashiers said to me, "You have the nicest smile. Your teeth are straight and they're so white!" I was so excited! (sidenote: the bleaching trays will not make your teeth straight :) my straight teeth are the result of 2 years in braces...yuck).
My dentist told me (and was later confirmed after reading a bunch of studies) that since the bleaching trays get to the dentin of your teeth, the bleaching can last for 5 years plus.
The only thing that sucks about the trays is that it makes your teeth really sensitive. I accidently got an ice cube while drinking soda today and it was soooo painful. Also, the bleach that is used can irritate your gums. My gums are slightly red for about an hour after wearing the trays (I wear them at night). These side effects will, of course, go away after I stop using the trays.

Overall, I'm completely thrilled with the results. If you happen to have some extra money, definitely do this. It works better than the Crest Whitestrips and the results will last for a lot longer.

I had the Zoom in office whitening done (about 3 weeks ago) with great results. I also received fitted bleaching trays that I can use 3 times if I want to make them even whiter in the next few months. (for touchups)

I need to start using these products. That dang coffee!

The Whitestrips work wonders. I tried them in January and could not believe what a difference they made. I'm kind of curious to try the premium whitestrips.

Bumping this thread up after a year-long hiatus.

I'd like to hear from those of you that posted earlier. Are you still using the Crest Whitening strips, or have you found other products? It was suggested to me to try "Plus White". Also, I was in Wal-Mart the other night and saw "White Light" (and saw the infomercial for it about an hour later) where you use a tray and a light system like the dentist uses.

Feedback?

I tried the Crest stuff that you paint on at night, and let me tell you, that stuff tasted HORRIBLE. I had to stop after a week because I felt like I was going to puke because of the taste.

bumping up again. . .

Anyone still whitening their teeth?

I'll be in a wedding in two months and am thinking of buying the whitening strips, as well as some whitening toothpaste. I'm still listening for your success stories.

I tried it right before I got my braces on in Feb. It did work pretty well, but my teeth and my gumline were so incredibly sore that it stung to brush my teeth-which i thought was odd since I didn't get it on my gums. Wasn't really worth it though, because within a week or 2 mine were back to their former glory.

For a long commute, the white strips actually made it seem like I was doing more than just sitting behind 8,000 cars for two hours. (Granted I didn't keep them on the entire drive home.) I found they worked, and I still occasionally use them, but my Crest whitening toothpaste has been working just as well.

The Whitestrips kind of make me want to puke...ew. But I use that Pre-Brush whitening stuff, I think it's Listerine or Arm & Hammer, and it has whitened my teeth dramatically. It's just like mouthwash, but it foams up and you brush your teeth after you use it. It's like 7 dollars a bottle, but I'm still on the same bottle from Spring Break!

I can't use Whitestrips. I actually returned half a box because my gums and teeth were very sore after using them.

They are just too strong and I have weak enamel... so it probably made it worse.

Hmmmm. . . . never thought of taking this route - think I'll try it! I have wondered how does something that you swish around your mouth for 30 seconds whiten your teeth, but I didn't know that it has foaming action! Thanks!

a friend told me about this as well, so I decided to buy the bottle too. I feel like my teeth look better, but im not 100% sure. Here is a silly question- you know how you have to do it before you brush your teeth? well after you spit it out do you rinse with water or immediately start brushing your teeth? I wonder if it is less effective if you rinse with water afterwards and then brush. Ive done it both ways but normally I rinse with water before brushing.

I usually just start immediately brushing my teeth. I put my toothbrush under the water, put toothpaste on, and go to town. My teeth look WHITE after like 2 uses!