I have a temporary tooth on my front tooth right now. I'm waiting to get a crown b/c I have to save up. (no insurance!) In the meantime, the tooth has discolored and is darker than my natural teeth now, so it looks bad. I've tried products that whiten dentures and it doesn't work. Any ideas?
Does anyone know a product that will whiten a false tooth?
The acrylic used for temporaries is somewhat porous and it will absorb stain. It is not likely that you will be able to whiten it with anything. They are supposed to be for short-term use, so it usually is not a problem. I do understand your situation, but unfortunately, my answer is no. You will not find a good way to whiten this temporary crown.
Reply:read some articles on teeth whitening on this site
Reply:I'm not sure what material the temporary is made out of, but it may be difficult and/or impossible to lighten the color...I know porcelain veneers/crowns are this way - takes a lot to stain them, but they can't be bleached.
Try a whitening strip with peroxide in it (such as Crest Whitening Strips or another similar brand) and see if that helps, if not...it might just be something you have to put up with until you get the crown.
Reply:have you tried crest strips or colgate's simply white?
Reply:Denture tooth paste. I wear full upper and lower. I need a new pair mine are 18 yrs old.
Dentest can bleach it.
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