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Luster One Hour white is a new over-the-counter whitening product from Dentovations. Unlike other take home products that rely on trays or strips, the Luster light system uses a paint-on gel and activating light. The product is advertised often in New Beauty Magazine and can be purchased at most drug stores
The makers of this product claim Luster 1 hour white can whiten up to 6 shades in 1 hour without causing tooth sensitivity. They also claim the technology is similar to that of dentist light treatments.
What the makers of this product don’t tell you is that most dentists have now concluded that light activated teeth whitening does not do anything, and that it is merely a marketing gimmick. This has also been proven by many independent scientific studies. It seems the only thing a light can accomplish is dehydration of the teeth, which can make teeth look whiter temporarily (usually a few hours).
Another thing to note is that paint-on whitening is generally not very effective. As soon as your lips or saliva come into contact with your teeth, the bleaching gel can easily be diluted and become inactive.
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