If you have finished with your orthodontic treatment and are wearing retainers (or will be soon), this is a special place to connect with others in your (enviable) situation. Ask a question or make a comment about life post-braces.
I bought the Crest Premium Whitening strips 10 days ago. I used it according to the directions and I am thrilled with my results! It brought
40 strips. A total of 20 for the top teeth and 20 for the bottom teeth. Used it twice a day for 30 min each time.I did get sensitivity but it was not a big deal. I'm glad I took the advice of my dentist and orthodontist who both suggested the same brand. I did not have terribly yellowed teeth but I did need whitening and did not have the $400 to have it done at the dentist! lol .I also just switched to a different toothpaste. Crest,Baking Soda,Peroxide Whitening toothpaste. Just so I can maintain the bright smile I seen results in another person just from using the toothpaste alone but it took like 2 months to get these results.I think my BEFORE picture I had such a strange smile .I think it was because I had just gotten my braces off like 5 minutes before and my mouth felt so weird lol
So.... I spent $34.99 and my results are below
I don't think I've ever seen whiter teeth! They look fantastic! Reminds me that I should probably pull out my Crest White Strips for a little whitening
I googled for a coupon and it's coming by mail. It takes about 4 weeks to arrive but it's $7.00 Off! I'll keep it and probably buy another whitening kit and use it later on .I drink about 8 oz of coffee with milk a day.I brush immediately with Crest Baking soda,Peroxide whitening toothpaste.
My husband was so impressed that now he wants to whiten his teeth too lol. His birthday is next week so I got him a gift bag and the Crest Premium strips are in there too
I notice people staring at my teeth when I talk. I think they think that I have fake teeth or Veneers lol.
They stare because they think they have seen your smile before. In some
commercial, advertisement or on the tube of toothpaste. So gorgeous is
your smile now !
Aww! well now I'm truly blushing lol.
I'm just happy with my smile after debanding. I still have 2 issues to deal with.#1 I need to get a bone graft done on my lower front teeth. It's not an emergency but I deffinately want to keep my teeth for another 38 yrs lol. I want to get 2 molar implants but those are OUCH! expensive around $5,000
Right now I'm just taking a break from dentists and orthodontists lol.
Of course I'll keep my regular 6 month cleanings
Gennel, your lips look (literally) luscious!! I'm sure the amazing combo of your bright-white teeth and beautifully glossed lips are the reason for all the stares!
Congrats on your amazing progress. I look forward to feeling as you do in a year's time.
08 Apr 2008 - Front teeth braced.
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30 Aug 2010 - New bracket brand placed on upper four incisors.
Thank you! I'm continuing to maintain the whitening I've done by using Crest Baking Soda/Peroxide Whitening toothpaste and Crest Whitening Mouth Rinse. Even though I drink coffee it's only about 8 oz a day and I make sure to brush right away!
I seen results in another person just from using the toothpaste alone but it took like 2 months to get these results.I think my BEFORE picture I had such a strange smile .I think it was because I had just gotten my braces off like 5 minutes before and my mouth felt so weird lol
