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Teeth whitening generally doesn’t conflict with oral health. Even when it does cause side effects, these tend to be very mild and temporary. However, things are different when you have cavities. In that case, whitening products could actually do more harm than good. As such, you should always get confirmation from a dentist before you whiten your teeth. Doing so could end up saving your smile! To learn more, here’s a summary of whitening’s effect on cavities and why to see your dentist first.
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