Introduction and Features of Crest Whitestrips - Crest Whitestrips were introduced in 2001. - The product is used by placing a disposable plastic strip directly onto the teeth that contains an enamel-safe whitening gel. - It is most effective on yellow and heavily stained teeth. - In 2010, the 3D range of Whitestrips was introduced. - The new Advanced Seal technology made the strips non-slip and longer, resulting in whitening more teeth.
Ingredients of Crest Whitestrips - Crest Whitestrips contain water, glycerin, hydrogen peroxide, carbomer 956, and sodium saccharin. - Crest Whitestrips Professional Effects (Hong Kong Version) contains water, glycerin, carbomer 956, sodium hydroxide, and sodium saccharin.
Usage and Precautions of Crest Whitestrips - Crest 3D White Whitestrips only whiten natural teeth, not caps, crowns, veneers, fillings, or dentures. - They are not to be used with dental braces, loose teeth, or temporary restorations. - If customers have dental work or staining from medication, they should consult a dentist. - Crest Whitestrips Supreme has 100mg of gel with 14% hydrogen peroxide per upper strip. - Crest Whitestrips Professional has 200mg of gel with 6.5% hydrogen peroxide per upper strip.
Related Products and Concepts - Crest (toothpaste) - Tooth bleaching - Listerine - Cosmetic dentistry
References and Additional Information - Landor Associates, 2009, Crest - Washington Post, July 21, 2009, The Price of a Whiter Brighter Smile - Crest Toothpaste Collection - crest.com - Best Teeth Whitening Strips Reviews