Before starting any over-the-counter whitening product, discuss with your dentist to see which ones are safe and effective. In this video, learn the most common myths about teeth whitening, according to Jennifer Jablow, DDS, Dentist in New York City.
Dr. Jablow is a dentist in private practice in New York City.
References
American Dental Association. (n.d.). Natural teeth whitening: Fact vs. fiction.
American Dental Association. (n.d.). Teeth whitening: 5 things to know about getting a brighter smile.
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Brittany DoohanBrittany Doohan was the Content Director at HealthiNation and is currently the Editorial Director at Medscape. Through her work with Medscape, she won a Silver Telly Award in May 2022 for "Sleepless Nation: A Public Health Epidemic — Episode 2: A Decade Without a Diagnosis." She has worked in health journalism and video production for more than 8 years, and loves the challenge of explaining complex topics in an easy-to-understand and creative way.
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Brian Clista, MDDr. Clista is a board-certified pediatrician who works in private practice in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He previously served as a National Health Service Corporation Scholar in the inner city of Pittsburgh for 11 years.
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