{"id":4693,"date":"2021-04-19T12:24:52","date_gmt":"2021-04-19T16:24:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.opencare.com\/blog\/?p=4693"},"modified":"2021-04-29T12:09:14","modified_gmt":"2021-04-29T16:09:14","slug":"teeth-whitening-pens-do-they-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.opencare.com\/blog\/teeth-whitening-pens-do-they-work\/","title":{"rendered":"Are teeth whitening pens worth the hype? Let&#8217;s break it down."},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the battle for a whiter smile, the teeth-whitening pen is growing in popularity. These are over-the-counter products that look like a ballpoint pen or lipstick. They\u2019re also sometimes called brush-on whiteners.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"4795\" class=\"elementor elementor-4795\" data-elementor-settings=\"[]\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-section-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7e387afa elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"7e387afa\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-66 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1b4068b6\" data-id=\"1b4068b6\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-592cdac0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"592cdac0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Get $50 when you see a top-rated dentist.<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-33f08a48 cta_text elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"33f08a48\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-text-editor elementor-clearfix\">\n\t\t\t\t<p>Ask a dentist about teeth whitening options. Book your check up now!\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-c90129e\" data-id=\"c90129e\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5d013235 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"5d013235\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.opencare.com\/wizard\/?dm_promo_code=visa50#\/recommendations\/location\/?utm_source=organic&#038;utm_medium=blog&#038;utm_campaign=conversion&#038;utm_term=all_++++_patient+++++&#038;utm_content=promo__opencare__blogincentive_whitening_octg\" class=\"elementor-button-link elementor-button elementor-size-xs\" role=\"button\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Book now<\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like other\u00a0 at-home whitening products, whitening pens typically contain bleaching gels like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drsmiles.com\/do-teeth-whitening-pens-really-work\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">carbamide peroxide, hydrogen peroxide, or other peroxide compounds<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The peroxide in the gels\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.colgate.com\/en-us\/oral-health\/selecting-dental-products\/how-a-teeth-whitening-pen-works\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">breaks down<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0while applied to teeth, which allows oxygen to enter the enamel of your teeth and lighten them. But what really sets these pens apart from other at-home products is how convenient they are. They are easy to carry around and use and don\u2019t take long to apply.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order for any tooth-whitening product to work, the bleaching agent needs to stay in contact with the teeth. Other at-home products manage this through the use of devices like trays or plastic strips. Teeth-whitening pens, on the other hand, don\u2019t require this contact.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Do teeth whitening pens work?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teeth-whitening pens can be effective, yes. You can often see a visible difference in the color of your teeth as soon as you use the pen. However, the effects aren\u2019t permanent.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A teeth whitening brush or pen works by essentially applying a layer of bleaching gel to your teeth. Once applied, this gel becomes solid and creates a film over each tooth that you apply it to.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is this film that produces the lightening effect that makes your teeth appear whiter. However, over time, this film will dissolve in your mouth and wash away.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teeth-whitening pens are most effective when used immediately before you want whiter teeth, like meetings or other events. They can also be particularly useful when used after meals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is because many colored foods like berries, coffee, tea, red wine, and more can leave stains on your teeth. A whitening pen is easy to apply and has relatively quick results.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re prone to tooth sensitivity, we recommend consulting your dentist before trying any at-home whitening options. Teeth whitening pens only tackle surface-level stains, and dentists can provide you with more effective whitening methods.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"4795\" class=\"elementor elementor-4795\" data-elementor-settings=\"[]\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-section-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7e387afa elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"7e387afa\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-66 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1b4068b6\" data-id=\"1b4068b6\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-592cdac0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"592cdac0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Get $50 when you see a top-rated dentist.<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-33f08a48 cta_text elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"33f08a48\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-text-editor elementor-clearfix\">\n\t\t\t\t<p>Ask a dentist about teeth whitening options. Book your check up now!\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-c90129e\" data-id=\"c90129e\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5d013235 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"5d013235\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.opencare.com\/wizard\/?dm_promo_code=visa50#\/recommendations\/location\/?utm_source=organic&#038;utm_medium=blog&#038;utm_campaign=conversion&#038;utm_term=all_++++_patient+++++&#038;utm_content=promo__opencare__blogincentive_whitening_octg\" class=\"elementor-button-link elementor-button elementor-size-xs\" role=\"button\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Book now<\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<h3><b>How to use a teeth whitening pen<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on the pen, the application instructions may differ. While there are some general guidelines, you should always make sure to read the specific instructions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, using teeth-whitening pens tends to be simple, with the following instructions:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the cap and twist the back end of the pen.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you see the whitening gel protrude from the pen, apply a thin layer of gel to your tooth.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to apply between your teeth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let the gel dry. It can take up to 10 minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When applying the pen, make sure to paint all the surfaces on your teeth. The areas that have the most staining should be given more focus. Make sure to stop application just short of the gum line. This will help reduce gum irritation as a side effect.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be sure not to rinse away the gel before the end of the treatment session. It needs to sit on your teeth in order to be effective. Once the gel dries, you should make sure to leave it in place for 20-30 minutes in order to be most effective. To help this process, reduce any activities that can cause the whitener to dislodge from your teeth. This includes rinsing your mouth and eating or drinking.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the film dries, it tends to wash away on its own. However, you should still brush your teeth after to get rid of any remnants.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How often should you use a teeth whitening pen?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The recommended frequency of use for a whitening pen is dependent on the brand in question. However, most pens can be used 1-2 times a day or more. For the best results, make sure to check the instructions for your particular pen. It will provide a suggestion for how frequently you should make use of the pen.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Are teeth whitening pens safe?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an over-the-counter product, a whitening pen is typically very safe to use. However, it should be used as per the instructions. If used haphazardly, you can face some side effects and issues. Some of the common side effects of using these products cause include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tooth sensitivity<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which can last between 24 and 48 hours after the use of the pen.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gum irritation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In order to avoid this, stop the application just before your gum line.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Damage to the enamel<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the teeth. Depending on the strength, the peroxide compounds in the pen can damage your teeth if the pen is overused.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to use a pen that has gentle ingredients, so you can reduce the chance of side effects. You should also make sure to use these products only when necessary, as overuse can increase the chances of enamel damage. For more detailed information, consult your dentist.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What are the best teeth-whitening pens?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The right whitening pen for your teeth depends on things like how sensitive your teeth are and how often you want to use it. Here are some good choices to try if you\u2019re not sure which one to get.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Smilebriter-Teeth-Whitening-Gel-Pens\/dp\/B00MPRN92W\/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&amp;keywords=Smile+Briter&amp;qid=1605253275&amp;sr=8-2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smilebriter Teeth Whitening Gel Pens<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smilebriter pens are some of the most popular whitening pens on the market. They come in a refreshing peppermint flavor, so you don\u2019t need to worry about a medicated taste in your mouth when using.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Colgate-Overnight-Whitening-Nightly-Treatments\/dp\/B082YHNBMG\/ref=sr_1_7?crid=XIJ1M2LYDWIP&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=teeth+whitening+pen&amp;qid=1605253308&amp;sprefix=teeth+whitening+p,aps,480&amp;sr=8-7&amp;th=1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Colgate Optic White Overnight<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Featuring a gentle formulation, this whitening pen works while you sleep, so you don\u2019t need to worry about waiting for it to dry during the day. Just apply before sleeping and rinse in the morning, and you\u2019re good to go. Each pen includes 35 nightly treatments, so you can be confident you\u2019re getting your money\u2019s worth. The pen is also gluten-free and sugar-free.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/AsaVea-Whitening-Carbamide-Sensitivity-Travel-Friendly\/dp\/B07L6P7J2M\/ref=sr_1_5?crid=XIJ1M2LYDWIP&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=teeth+whitening+pen&amp;qid=1605253558&amp;sprefix=teeth+whitening+p,aps,480&amp;sr=8-5\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AsaVea Teeth Whitening Pen<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comes in a natural mint flavor, so you don\u2019t need to worry about a medicated aftertaste. The formula is safe and gentle to use, and the pen can be used up to two times a day. This well-reviewed product can remove even years of accumulated stains on your teeth.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.urbanoutfitters.com\/shop\/dr-gingers-coconut-oil-teeth-whitening-pen?color=000&amp;type=REGULAR&amp;size=ONE%20SIZE&amp;quantity=1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Ginger\u2019s Coconut Oil Teeth Whitening Pen<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An all-natural alternative to more traditional brands, this fluoride-free pen is available in a subtle, coconut-mint flavor. It takes inspiration from the oil pulling method of teeth whitening and not only helps whiten your teeth but also helps provide healthier gums.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also consult a dentist for personalized suggestions. They can help guide you based on the sensitivity of your teeth, as well as how strong a product you need.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Other benefits of teeth-whitening pens<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pens are really convenient and easy to use where you need them. You can apply them only to areas or teeth that need the treatment, instead of being forced to apply to all your teeth as a whole.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They can also be less irritating to your gums than other at-home whitening products. The lack of a complicated and cumbersome application apparatus also means you don&#8217;t have to worry about triggering excess saliva or the other side effects that trays and strips produce.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, whitening pens are some of the most affordable whitening options around. They\u2019re also available over the counter at most drugstores.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Final thoughts<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, are teeth-whitening pens worth a try? Yup! They may not offer permanent results, but for their convenience and affordability, they\u2019re one of the better options available. If you\u2019re in doubt, you can always check with your dentist.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"4795\" class=\"elementor elementor-4795\" data-elementor-settings=\"[]\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-section-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7e387afa elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"7e387afa\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-66 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1b4068b6\" data-id=\"1b4068b6\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-592cdac0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"592cdac0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Get $50 when you see a top-rated dentist.<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-33f08a48 cta_text elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"33f08a48\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-text-editor elementor-clearfix\">\n\t\t\t\t<p>Ask a dentist about teeth whitening options. Book your check up now!\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-c90129e\" data-id=\"c90129e\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5d013235 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"5d013235\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.opencare.com\/wizard\/?dm_promo_code=visa50#\/recommendations\/location\/?utm_source=organic&#038;utm_medium=blog&#038;utm_campaign=conversion&#038;utm_term=all_++++_patient+++++&#038;utm_content=promo__opencare__blogincentive_whitening_octg\" class=\"elementor-button-link elementor-button elementor-size-xs\" role=\"button\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Book now<\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re prone to tooth sensitivity, we recommend consulting your dentist before trying any at-home whitening options. 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