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CAN YOU USE WHITENING TOOTHPASTE WITH BRACES?

Writer: Dr. Brittany LinkDr. Brittany Link

Updated: Nov 1, 2024



Yes, you can use whitening toothpaste with braces. Research has shown that there is no loss in esthetics when doing tooth bleaching with the brackets in place (Gomes 2017).


Good oral hygiene is the most important factor in maintaining optimal dental health during orthodontic treatment.



Gomes MN, Dutra H, Morais A, Sgura R, Devito-Moraes AG. In-Office Bleaching During Orthodontic Treatment. J Esthet Restor Dent. 2017 Apr;29(2):83-92. doi: 10.1111/jerd.12276. Epub 2016 Oct 28. PMID: 27792268.

 
 
 

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