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May 7, 2012

Rembrandt Intense Stain Dissolving Strips Review

May 7, 2012 By Carleenp 1 Comment

Looking for a way to simplify teeth whitening, while removing tough stains? Consider giving Rembrandt Intense Stain Stain Dissolving Strips a try. I was a sent a package of the strips to review and gave them a try.

A unique feature of the Rembrandt strips is that they dissolve over a period of about 10 minutes or so. So, instead of having to keep a strip on your teeth for a period of time and then remove it, you can can put a Rembrandt strip on and go about your business with no further action. I found that rather convenient, since it meant that I could whiten my teeth while driving to work or while outside in the yard with no worries. It certainly makes multi-tasking easy!

The Rembrandt Intense Stain, Stain Dissolving Strips worked perfectly well. I saw some whitening from them rather quickly. I also felt that they worked particularly well on stains when I tried them after drinking red wine. So, for a quick stain removal after drinking wine or tea etc., they are great!

To use the strips, apply carefully with dry hands, otherwise they will stick to your fingers instead of your teeth! Simply let them dissolve and you are done. I did like to rinse with a bit of water after they dissolved just to make sure any residue was removed, although doing so isn’t really necessary.

You can find Rembrandt Intense Stain, Stain Dissolving Strips at drugstores and big box retailers.

REMBRANDT® INTENSE STAIN® Stain Dissolving Strips dissolve on your teeth in minutes to easily remove tough stains caused by coffee and wine. Get a whiter smile in 2 weeks. Visit www.rembrandtboutique.com to learn more or purchase REMBRANDT® products.

REMBRANDT® INTENSE STAIN® Stain Dissolving Strips & REMBRANDT® INTENSE STAIN® toothpaste together:

REMBRANDT® INTENSE STAIN® platform uses 3x Triple Action ActiShield™ technology to:

Remove: helps gently remove tough stains like coffee, red wine and tea
Repel: works like an invisible shield to help repel future stains
Restore: strengthens the enamel to help prevent daily acid wear

Visit www.rembrandtboutique.comto learn more or purchase REMBRANDT® products.

Disclosure: Compensation and product was provided by REMBRANDT® via Glam Media to facilitate my review. Johnson & Johnson Family of Consumer Companies is a sponsor of Glam.com. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of REMBRANDT® or Johnson & Johnson Family of Consumer Companies.

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Filed Under: Tooth Care Tagged With: Rembrandt, Teeth

Mar 14, 2012

Is Tooth Whitening a Beauty Treatment or Dental Procedure?

March 14, 2012 By Carleenp Leave a Comment

The popularity of teeth whitening kiosks located in US shopping malls has increased greatly over the past decade. Such kiosks are usually staffed by individuals who – despite wearing what appears to be a white medical uniform - usually do not hold any medical or dentistry qualification. There has also been a steep rise in the number of beauty salons offering the service along with beauty therapists offering teeth whitening services at the homes of customers. Whilst a registered cosmetic dentists offer teeth whitening in a highly controlled, regulated and safe environment other non-dental professionals offer the same service at a far lower price; but many dental professionals and dentistry organizations have concerns regarding the safety of the customer.

How Teeth Whitening Works

Teeth whitening is the process of removing the stains on the outer surfaces of the teeth with the help of a bleaching agent that is applied on the teeth. Usually, this bleaching agent is carbamide peroxide or hydrogen peroxide that release oxygen, which removes the stains. Clinical teeth whitening should ideally be done by a dentist and it can lighten your teeth by several shades, improving the colour. The treatment does not provide permanent results, and may last for a few months or even up to 3 years depending on individual conditions. Smoking, drinking red wine, tea and coffee can all bring the stains back. Teeth whitening treatment is only effective on natural tooth enamel and does not whiten crowns, dentures, fillings or veneers.

Clinical Teeth Whitening as a Dental Procedure

The dentist applies the bleaching agent, usually hydrogen peroxide of 30 – 38% concentration, to the teeth for 15 minutes and this process is repeated depending upon the patient’s requirement. Usually, the teeth whitening procedure takes an hour to complete. When it is carried out at a dentist’s, the patient’s safety is ensured with a protective apparatus placed around the gums and lips.

A qualified and experienced dentist will first evaluate the patient’s condition to decide whether he/she is a candidate for teeth whitening. The dentist will have a comprehensive understanding of the oral anatomy, any risks involved and the particular requirements of the patient. In instances where the patient has gum disease, sensitive teeth or worn teeth enamel, the dentist may advise against clinical teeth whitening.

What Is the Risk in Having the Procedure Done Elsewhere?

In the US the American Dental Association (ADA) has stated that teeth whitening procedures constitute a dental procedure, therefore ‘any non-dentist engaging in such activity is committing the unlicensed practice of dentistry'. But the situation is not so clear cut; in many States it has been ruled to be illegal for anyone who is not a dentist to carry out tooth whitening, in others it remains legal.

In the UK Teeth whitening is now being provided at certain beauty salons based in London, according to reports form the GDC (General Dental Council). It is to be noted that this type of beauty treatment is illegal if provided by anyone who is not a fully qualified, trained and experienced dental professional.

· There have been instances where beauty salons & kiosks offering unregulated teeth whitening treatment have used chemicals that could harm the gum tissue. It has been found that some of these kiosks & salons use chlorine dioxide, a chemical sometimes found in industrial grade detergents. Chlorine dioxide, being extremely acidic can cause irrevocable damage to tooth enamel.

· Some clinics providing unregulated teeth whitening treatment use a gel which has very high concentration of hydrogen peroxide and can result in severe burns and damaged gums.

· At a beauty salon or teeth whiten kiosk, the service is provided by people who are not properly qualified or experienced. This means that patients going for treatment to such places are at risk.

· Individuals providing teeth bleaching at mall kiosks and beauty salons do not have the professional knowledge to judge whether the patient has pre-existing conditions such as gum disease or sensitive teeth. They may not even know that such persons are not candidates for teeth whitening.

· In The UK, another important thing to bear in mind is that a person providing unlawful teeth whitening, either from a beauty salon or at the homes of customers is not likely to be covered by any public indemnity insurance policy.

The ADA Teeth Whitening Imperative

The ADA considers teeth whitening as a form of dentistry and requires that the treatment should be provided only by a dentist, or a dental therapist / dental hygienist when the dentist prescribes it. This is because dentists and other dental professionals are adequately qualified to provide a range of dental treatments.

The problem, however, is that in most states it is perfectly legal for anyone to buy a home teeth whitening kit and perform the treatment by themselves, even though dentists advise against this. Maybe this is what has led to more and more unqualified therapists such as beauty salon owners providing teeth whitening procedures under the impression they are doing so legally.

It is advised that anyone planning teeth whitening treatment should only have it carried out at a registered dental clinic. This will ensure that the procedure is safe and effective and is provided in a safe, regulated & controlled manner.

Abut the Author: Dentalcare Plus in the UK offers a number of different cosmetic dentistry treatments in the UK by fully qualified and highly experienced dentists and support staff.

Filed Under: Tooth Care Tagged With: Teeth, Tooth Whitening

Jan 6, 2012

Natural Techniques for Teeth Whitening

January 6, 2012 By Guest Post Leave a Comment

If you don’t fancy paying £200-£1,100 per tooth for veneers or spending hundreds of pounds at your dentist getting your teeth whitened, then there are a number of natural techniques you can use to naturally whiten your teeth and brighten your smile.

1. Baking soda - if you look at the ingredients in your toothpaste, you will soon spot baking soda. Simply wet your toothbrush and dip the tip in some baking soda and in up to a month your teeth will look noticeable whiter.

2. Olive oil – this technique is particularly useful if you have only got a few discoloured teeth. Simply add a few drops of olive oil to a cloth and rub onto your teeth for 5-10 minutes.

3. Strawberries – you may be surprised but strawberries have teeth whitening properties. The trick is to cut the strawberry in half and hold it by the skin so the inside is facing towards you. Rub the strawberry over your teeth until they turn pinkish. Next leave it on for 5-10 minutes and then brush away using your regular toothpaste.

4. White vinegar and salt – not exactly a tasty solution but it works. Simply take half a cup of white vinegar and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Once stirred use this mixture to rinse your mouth every night before you go to bed.

5. Lemon juice – from brushing your teeth with lemon juice to rubbing the peel across your teeth, both of these methods can help your teeth to naturally whiten. You need to be careful with this method though as it robs your teeth enamel of calcium which will cause your teeth to decay faster.

6. Crunchy vegetables – vegetables such as celery, carrots, broccoli and cucumber are all naturally abrasive, meaning as you eat them they behave like little toothbrushes scrubbing away stains.

7. Peroxide – gargling peroxide is believed to whiten teeth. Simply brush your teeth like normal, swish with peroxide and then rinse with water.

It is important to note here though that over the counter peroxide is not as concentrated as the peroxide found in teeth whiteners and can irritate your gums and cause tooth sensitivity.

To experience the full whitening effects of peroxide it is best to invest in a home teeth whitening kit such as Dr George’s Dental white. Containing 120ml/cc of 16% carbamide peroxide, when this gel enters the pores on your teeth it produces active oxygen which converts coloured compounds into colourless compounds. Simply put on for 30 minutes and in 2 weeks your teeth can become 11 shades lighter. For more information visit www.smile4you.co.uk

Natural teeth whitening remedies can certainly make brightening your smile cheaper. However, for safer more permanent results, investing in a quality teeth whitening kit can save you a trip to the dentist when you learn how to whiten teeth from the comfort of your own home.