~~~CREST WHITESTRIPS PREMIUM DENTAL WHITENING SYSTEM STRIPS~~~EVEN FASTER WHITENING THAN BEFORE
Written: May 26 '05
Product Rating:
Pros: Effectively whitens teeth after just a few applications; easy to use.
Cons: More expensive in price than the original; may cause tooth sensitivity.
The Bottom Line: Give these Crest Whitestrips Premium Dental Whitening System Strips a try for noticeably whiter teeth in just a few days. Your smile will surely gleam in appreciation!
melissasrn's Full Review: Crest Whitestrips Dental Whitening System Strips P...
Don't we all wish we had whiter teeth? I sure do! Not Ross Gellar white, of course, but I still want a beautiful looking smile just like everyone else. So a few years ago, I tried the original Crest Whitestrips and experienced noticeable results. Other versions weren't as successful, so I stuck with what worked. And now even though my dental hygienist always comments on how white my teeth look when I go in for my semi-annual cleanings, I just don't see it myself. So once these new Crest Whitestrips Premium Dental Whitening System Strips were introduced, I knew it was just a matter of time before I gave them a shot as well. Advertised to produce whiter teeth for 12 months and for users to start seeing results after just 3 days, this affordable over-the-counter dental whitening system sounded too good to pass up. Read on to find out more about this highly recommended dental product I'll keep repurchasing in the future to maintain whiter teeth with only minimal inconvenience.
~~~The Dental Whitening System~~~
These somewhat new Crest Whitestrips Premium Dental Whitening System Strips are a step up from the original version as they contain a stronger percentage of the whitening ingredient (hydrogen peroxide mostly) and feature an improved design. So even though they cost a bit more, the premium strips are easily the better choice. According to more product advertising, this cosmetic dental product is Clinically Proven To Remove Up to 14 Years of Stain Build-Up In Just 7 Days. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Contains 28 Strips: 14 For Upper Teeth, 14 For Lower Teeth. 28 Premium Whitestrips = 56 Original Whitestrips. Same Enamel - Safe Ingredient Dentists Use. Use Twice A Day for 30 Minutes, Almost Anytime, Anywhere. With the old system, the strips had to be used twice daily for two weeks, which is a LONG time, especially if you forgot to use them one day and must add more time to the lengthy process. But with these premium strips, all it takes is 7 days of twice daily use, and you're done! Quicker results using less strips is certainly another plus when choosing this dental whitening kit. So for those of us who are naturally impatient and want noticeable results as soon as possible, then these Crest Whitestrips Premium Dental Whitening System Strips are in no question the way to go.
~~~Packaging, Price, & Availability~~~
Currently available for an expensive $32.99 at drugstore.com, consumers can purchase these Crest Whitestrips Premium Dental Whitening System Strips for less if they shop around at any discount, drug, or grocery store. My local Wal-Mart sells them for way less than $30, plus my Sunday newspaper frequently has "$5 off" and sometimes even "$7 off" money saving coupons that can be applied to the price. So definitely shop around the get your money's worth. The strips themselves come packaged in a blue plastic box that snaps open and closed. Inside is a divided chamber in which the strips are stored: the mostly blue colored upper strips on one side and the mostly white colored lower strips on the other. There's even a handy mirror on the inside cover, so using these on the go is a viable and convenient option. I personally only use them at home though. Each individually wrapped strip must be carefully peeled from a piece of clear plastic before use. Just rip each packet down the side to reveal the strips, and you're ready to get started. Purchase these Crest Whitestrips Premium Dental Whitening System Strips online today by copying and pasting the following URL into your computer's web browser:
Using these Crest Whitestrips Premium Dental Whitening System Strips can be slightly messy and bothersome, but the noticeable whitening results are worth it once the box is empty. According to product directions for use (printed in both English and Spanish), there are just 3 easy steps to a visibly whiter smile, in just 7 days. Just Peel, Apply, Reveal your whiter smile. See insert for more details. I make sure my teeth are dry first by wiping them off with a towel and then place the appropriate strip on both my upper and lower teeth. These premium strips are both longer and wider than the original version, so they cover more teeth with whitening solution during the whitening process. Keeping my lips pursed seems to keep them in place as they tend to slide around otherwise (and it cuts way down on the "drool" factor as well!). Leave the strips in place for 30 minutes and you are done! Do two strips back to back daily for a week or break up the two sessions if tooth sensitivity is an issue. I did find that using these strips back to back DID make my teeth more sensitive as well as using them right after brushing, so now I do neither. Only it's hard to remember to use them twice daily as finding a convenient time to keep them in place is sometimes a challenge. For you can't eat or drink (or even talk!) with them in place, so don't plan on doing anything with your mouth for 30 minutes. Once it's time to remove the strips, you'll want to brush your teeth to make sure all the gel is removed as it's slimy and leaves a nasty film behind otherwise. Sometimes you might notice portions of your gums have turned white after using these strips, but this is only temporary. There's only a slight taste of hydrogen peroxide which isn't bad at all, only these Crest Whitestrips Premium Dental Whitening System Strips would be so much more pleasant to use if only they were flavored to disguise the taste of the whitening chemical a bit.
Important Usage Information: Keep out of reach of young children. Consult your dentist for use by children under the age of 12. Do not swallow plastic strip. Eye contact: Avoid eye contact. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water if gel comes in contact with them. Skin contact: Gel that comes into contact with the skin can cause temporary skin irritation and/or whitening. Wash hands with soap and water after applying to the strips.
If You Have Dental Work: Crest Whitestrips Premium Will Only Whiten Natural Teeth. The strips will not whiten caps, crowns, veneers, fillings or dentures. Do not use with dental braces. If you have dental work on the teeth to be treated ask your dentist if whitening is appropriate. Whitestrips Premium has not been observed to harm standard dental restorative materials.
Tooth Sensitivity: Some people may experience sensitivity when using Crest Whitestrips Premium - this is temporary and not harmful. See insert for more information. Avoid contact of gel with cloth, leather or fabric. Store in cool place. Best if used by date noted on top of package.
~~~Overall Recommendation~~~
Easily containing enough bleaching power to whiten your teeth several shades, these Crest Whitestrips Premium Dental Whitening System Strips are a highly recommended choice when compared to some of the other less effective "paint on" versions that also currently line the shelves. Not only are the strips easy to use and the least messy choice, but they also provide the whitening results promised with these least amount of inconvenience. Use them anytime, anywhere, although it's very difficult to talk on the phone with them in place as they suggest you can do. Although other people will know you've got them on as you just can't talk normally with them on your teeth. While the bleaching agent tends to work better on yellow staining verses any graying that has occurred, a second box can also be used to get the desired whitening effect you are looking for. After using my first box, I have since purchased a second one and use the strips once every week or two just to help maintain the whitening results I received. So in conclusion, I highly recommend these Crest Whitestrips Premium Dental Whitening System Strips to anyone looking to improve the appearance and whiteness of his/her smile. It's easy, fast, and the least messy choice I've tried so far. Good luck and keep on smiling :-)
***For more information on these Crest Whitestrips Premium Dental Whitening System Strips as well as other dental products, please check out their website online at:
www.whitestrips.com
Questions or comments?
1-800-395-8423
***WHITENING GUARANTEE: If you are not satisfied with the whitening results, please call 1-800-208-0169 within 60 days of purchase. Retain original cash register receipt and product UPC to verify purchase. Do not return to retailer for guarantee fulfillment. Limit one refund per customer.
***Crest has now recently introduced the new Premium Plus strips that are supposed to contain even more whitening power than these Premium strips, so check them out here for more information:
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