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Answers for the August 2009 crossword puzzle.
long and if the
directions are
not followed
closely,” says
Carroll.
Dentists
warn us to not
be blinded
by the white.
Children’s teeth
aren't fully
developed,
and bleaching
can make
them overly
translucent or
trigger tooth
and gum
sensitivity.
BBBarg learned
that the hard
way. “Basically,
if I ate certain
foods, hot or
cold, my teeth
would tingle.
It didn’t feel
good, and my
gums hurt a
bit.”
UUsually the
pain goes away
when the bleaching stops but, to prevent trouble before it starts,
Carroll says see a dentist and get to the root of the problem.
Get a thorough examination and find out why you’re having
pain and what is causing discoloration of the teeth.
There’s nothing wrong with over-the-counter, bleaching
methods if they’re done under the direction of a dentist and with
adult supervision.
That said, some kids may sneak.
Carroll says to watch for these warning signs. “If the child all
of a sudden can’t drink cold water or can’t eat ice cream, that
might be an indication that they have started using some of these
products.”
When buying over-the-counter, teeth-bleaching products, look
for the American Dental Association’s seal of approval.
These items usually have been rigorously tested and are proven to
be safe and effective with minimal side effects.
Barg still bleaches, but is much more careful. She says, “You just
kind of glow when your teeth are white; everything about you
looks nicer.”
She’s got a bright future and lots to smile about.
For more information go to www.ada.org.
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