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Advice on Teeth Whitening Discussion Thread

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  • Mr_Mister
    Mr_Mister Posts: 447 Forumite
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    Pammy wrote: »
    I have spent the last 30 mins reading this thread and still feel non the wiser.

    I'm about to go to a large event and want my teeth to be white, at the moment they are very discoloured and its embaressing. I hate smileing.

    So yesterday I was on facebook and an advert kept popping up about a teeth whitening product that is 36% Hydrogen Peroxide. It was only £20 so I thought I would investigate. How can they get away with this if its not allowed in the UK? They say its safe on the FAQ.

    But after doing google searches I have read everything from burns and now that the gel breaks down to free radicals that could be a cause of oral cancer.

    The head is exploding with information. Then some dentists charge £99.00 for a laser whitening and then others £500

    Then there are all the different prices and options for the teeth whitening gel ones.

    I'm completely lost. I don't want to spend a fortune. I'm in London btw.

    What price should one be paying and what is the best option?

    Im not about to do ebay and the baking soda thing don't work for me.

    Thanks

    Try Crest White Strips as mentioned. It def works but it wont give you pearl white teeth.
    Its not available in UK shops but you can buy it off the net. I bought mine from ebay.
    Its easy to use. Its like sticking cello tapes to the upper and lower teeth for 30 mins twice a day.
  • joewa
    joewa Posts: 358 Forumite
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    Hi,I was at my dentist today to get a crown replaced and it is worse looking than the 1st one,also i asked about getting my teeth whitened and he stated he did not want to do"Zoom" but to use trays.
    Anyone know anyrhing about this
  • Juliepink26
    Juliepink26 Posts: 1,870 Forumite
    I would like to do this as well, I know zoom offer up to 8 shades lighter, and cost around £249. Wanted to get it done before christmas.
    People who live in glass houses shouldnt throw stones...

    It is much easier to see other people's failings than our own.
  • Joto_2
    Joto_2 Posts: 1,001 Forumite
    Hi I I had it done in the states and it didn't work. Tried Whitestrips (cost about £35 on ebay ) and they were brilliant. Takes a little longer, same as the trays but a fraction of the cost and you can stop when you get to the shade you're happy with
    Look after the pennies and the £££s will look after themselves
  • Nile
    Nile Posts: 14,845 Forumite
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    Hello joewa

    I'll move your thread to the 'Health & Beauty' board.

    Hi, Martin’s asked me to post this in these circumstances: I’ve asked Board Guides to move threads if they’ll receive a better response elsewhere(please see this rule) so this post/thread has been moved to another board, where it should get more replies. If you have any questions about this policy please email [EMAIL="abuse@moneysavingexpert.com"]abuse@moneysavingexpert.com[/EMAIL].

    Regards

    Nile
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  • Toothsmith
    Toothsmith Posts: 10,104 Forumite
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    There's a huge thread on this board about tooth whitening.

    http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=164595
    How to find a dentist.
    1. Get recommendations from friends/family/neighbours/etc.
    2. Once you have a short-list, VISIT the practices - dont just phone. Go on the pretext of getting a Practice Leaflet.
    3. Assess the helpfulness of the staff and the level of the facilities.
    4. Only book initial appointment when you find a place you are happy with.
  • joewa
    joewa Posts: 358 Forumite
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    hi,the trays are costing me £300 i belive Zoom is double the price.
    The dentist said i wasnt suitable for Zoom ??????????????????????
  • joewa
    joewa Posts: 358 Forumite
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    Anyone, any idea
  • Savvy_Sue
    Savvy_Sue Posts: 47,314 Forumite
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    Search the long thread for zoom and see if that helps.

    Meanwhile I'll merge you into it ...
    Signature removed for peace of mind
  • Am glad I stumbled on this thread, I just read it right through. Loads of good advice and to think tomorrow I was going to spend excess money on whitening toothpaste. I will try some of these solutions first.
    You are 48% tight
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