What They Say: Dissolves on Teeth - No Mess - Nothing to Remove. On average, strips dissolve in 5 - 10 minutes. Listerine Whitening Quick Dissolving Strips kill germs that cause bad breath. As the strips dissolve on your teeth there is no mess and nothing to remove. Use twice daily for two weeks for noticeably whiter teeth. Results may vary.

Toya's Take: I both love and hate this product. I love that it truly does what it says it'll do - after using this product for two weeks, my teeth are noticeably whiter. Yay! The strips also do have a breath freshening effect, which is great. The downside is, as well as these things work, I'll never use them again. I just hate the way they feel. Applying them to your teeth is a breeze, but once applied, they feel sticky and waxy, which is uncomfortable. And, as they start to dissolve, I found myself wondering if I really should be swallowing what was left behind. Not to mention that the strips dissolve unevenly, so there was residue remaining on some teeth and not on others, which meant I had to brush after they strips were supposedly gone. Ick.

If you don't mind dealing with all that - go for it. These things really do work.

Retail Price: $23.99 (Drugstore.com, or your local drugstore)

Rating: - they do work, but I had to take one star off for the ick factor.

Known as the “Smile Designer,” Dr. Anthony Vocaturo is the most celebrated cosmetic dentist in the Beverly Hills, New York and New Jersey areas and a world-renowned expert in his field. People who make a living with their appearance trust Dr. Vocaturo to create an award-winning, photogenic smile that complements their entire face. Dr. Vocaturo has been voted best dentist in America by his peers and Consumer Research Counsel of America has named him on of America's top dentists. The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry has honored cosmetic dentist Dr. Vocaturo with several awards recognizing his numerous achievements in cosmetic dentistry. Read more about Dr. Vocaturo here.

DeLush Asks: There are a lot of new options out there as far as improving the whiteness of one’s smile, but so many ads for products are being tossed our way it’s easy to be confused about which are legitimate choices. Which, in your opinion, are the best whitening options available in both the lower-cost range and the splurge range?

Dr. Vocaturo Says: If you’re looking for low-cost whitening, Crest Whitestrips is one of the most user-friendly, cost-effective products available over-the-counter. For an error-safe, concentrated whitening treatment in one sitting, Zoom Whitening is the ideal splurge.

DeLush Asks: There is some excitement about the new “snap-on smile” lately. Do you think this is a reasonable alternative for those who can’t afford veneers?

Dr. Vocaturo Says: I would not recommend “Snap on smiles” to my patients since they tend to be costly and bulky, and may even go unused after purchase. It’s better to invest into your own smile and perfecting it for your individual features.

DeLush Asks: Do you believe that sugarless whitening gum (such as Orbit White, Trident White, etc.) are as effective in preventing staining as they claim?

Dr. Vocaturo Says: Sugarless whitening gum contains certain peroxides that can help prevent stains, but the overall chewing action alone helps to cleanse teeth.

DeLush Asks: Tea, coffee, and soda all cause staining, but is there one that is less of a threat to a great smile? What are your suggested alternatives?

Dr. Vocaturo Says: All of these refreshments can discolor teeth, but it’s important to brush after any food or drink in order to prevent a majority of stains. Adding milk to coffee may help slightly, but soda connoisseurs should try to stick with clear drinks.

DeLush Asks: What do you feel is the next wave in oral care?

Dr. Vocaturo Says: The latest and greatest evolution in oral care, new mechanisms are effectively scanning for oral cancers. These offer a fantastic, non-invasive alternative to surgery.

We would like to thank Dr. Vocaturo for his time and his wonderful expert advice.
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