Crest Whitestrips
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Crest Whitestrips is the name of a tooth whitening product made by Procter & Gamble.
Introduced in 2001, Crest Whitestrips has been used worldwide by selling to over 14 million homes.
The active ingredient is hydrogen peroxide. The product is used by sticking a strip to the teeth and usually has some minor to moderate effect[citation needed]. It is most effective on yellow teeth, but less so or almost ineffective on gray teeth[citation needed].
Like most teeth whiteners, a side effect of Whitestrips is a slight stingy sensation in the gum that may be occasionally piercing.
Priced around $25 USD, Regular Whitestrips are advertised to whiten teeth in 2 weeks. Conversely, Whitestrips Premium (priced around $30 USD) are advertised to whiten teeth in as little as 1 week. The effect can last up to a year after the application[citation needed].
On the TV Show Pepper Dennis, a character ordered truckloads of whitestrips so his teeth were perfect.
| Model | Availability | Introduced | Active Ingredient | Length of Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crest Whitestrips Classic previously Crest Whitestrips |
In Store | May 2001 | 6% Hydrogen Peroxide | 14 Days |
| Crest Whitestrips Professional | Dentist | 2001 | 6.5% Hydrogen Peroxide | 21 Days |
| Crest Whitestrips Supreme | Dentist | September 2003 | 14% Hydrogen Peroxide | 21 Days |
| Crest Whitestrips Premium | In Store | January 2004 | 10% Hydrogen Peroxide | 7 Days |
| Crest Whitestrips Premium Plus | In Store | April 2005 | 10% Hydrogen Peroxide | 10 Days |
| Crest Whitestrips Renewal | In Store | January 2006 | 9.5% Hydrogen Peroxide | 10 Days |
