Products have improved greatly since then and now use high-quality ingredients that are gentler on your teeth.
The only downside to whitening your teeth is the sensitivity that sometimes develops.
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What Causes Tooth Sensitivity?
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It isn’t known exactly why tooth whitening causes sensitivity.
Dentin is a sensitive part of the tooth.
When a tooth’s nerves are irritated, it can cause pain.
These tips may also be helpful if you’ve had your teeth whitened at the dentist’s office.
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