Should I wear my retainer at night after I have used these strips? Or will this cause damage to my teeth?
1412180
I would continue to wear your retainer at night. I don't believe that the white strips should deter you from your normal post orthodontia.
1165529
You use them at your own discretion. Depending on how sensitive your teeth are will determine the duration of the time you leave them in. I usually leave mine on for about 30 minutes at a time, and I only use them when I feel like my teeth need a boost of whiteness.
2029672
I typically wear them overnight. I do not wear them for more than one night in a row because they can cause tooth sensitivity
1606267
I brush it on my teeth and leave it overnight. My dentist said if the sensitivity is bad than I should use it in the morning also, but don't eat or drink anything for 30 minutes after use. I hope this helps!
1923476
The longer the better. When you first start to use them, you must wear them all night for good results. Once you've used them awhile, using them for 3 hours before going out in the evening will help a lot. But I would suggest using them at least one month before expecting results from 3 hours use.
1317030
I've used Retaine MGD for over a year and it works great for dry eyes related to contacts. I use Retaine about 20 minutes before putting in my contacts and have found that I no longer need to use anything else during the day. I can now wear contacts for 12 hours without discomfort. I recommend it highly.
585228
I have had dentist made night guards. When my dogs chewed my recently made guard, I did the do your own. I would try the Dentek products first. Be sure to read the directions several times before doing. It might take a couple times before it fits right. Be sure to talk to your dentist, first.
2029669
You either wear them overnight or for two hours. It takes at least two hours for you to actually be able to get them off your teeth as they adhere really well! Overnight seems like a better choice because it is longer, but I found that my teeth were to sensitive for that amount of time. Two hours worked great for me!
1286946
I used them one year ago and had sensitivity for up to 2 days after each application; so I'd wear them every 3 days. I think they work if you can get past the sensitivity. This year I had the same sensitivity issue and I actually only got the nerve to use 2 strips - maybe I'll try the rest in the near future. Trying a new toothpaste now which whitens without sensitivity. I'll post a review of the whitening results after my 3 month trial - no sensitivity though!
1317331
Hi :) I would hightly recommend that you don't use this product. I have healthy gums and teeth, and this gel literally burned like crazy! I had to remove it - and I have a super tolerance to pain! If I were you, I would stick to the Crest strips :)
1084146
My teeth hurt a little but I wouldn't say it lasts an hour. I have an appointment with my dentist in a few weeks and I plan on asking her opinion as to whether I am doing any damage or not. I am certainly sleeping better.
653320
I have the Invisalign retainers. When they stain I have found I need to use the Invisalign crystals several days in a row (available from your dentist). If you do not have Invisalign, my recommendation would be to ask your dentist what would work best for your mouthguard. In my experience the Retainer Brite is great to keep retainers "fresh", but they do not really work very well for removing stains. Hope this helps.
2142413
I leave it on for 30 minutes. I wouldn't go lower than 15 minutes and I have kept it on as long as an hour. I figure it will only strengthen your teeth. Just watch TV or go on the internet, it goes by fast and your mouth feels really refreshed.
1418304
Yes, just make sure that you do a good job of letting the adhesive set overnight is recommended. Look out for the excess adhesive in the front area between the other teeth. I strongly recommend that the inside area be used to place a bit more adhesive to keep the tooth from coming out again. Kindly follow the instructions carefully and you should have a nice job for MOMSY
784248
I just bought the upper ones. I have never worn the bottom ones. I do however have a retainer I wear on the bottom from after I finished invisalign. I did not wear a bottom guard before my invisalign though.
16711
My dentist says to leave it on for 45 mins at the 35% level. If you are looking for something that you can keep on longer, the 20% formula can be worn while sleeping, as it stops working after 8 hrs. The 35%, as this is will make your teeth more sensitive, and be sure to brush them with toothpaste not just rinse when you remove the trays.
41806
I have always worn mine overnight,it really depends on how sensitive your gums are.