Shifting paradigms in whitening: introduction of a novel system for vital tooth bleaching

The advent of whitening strips (Crest Whitestrips) affords a novel system for peroxide delivery without custom tray fabrication. In addition to generalized bleaching indications, clinical applications may leverage the low overall dose and short wearing regimen with the easy-to-use strips. The impact of these strips on the dental practice may be direct, as a result of increased accessibility via professional or personal use, or indirect, because of advertising and research in the area of tooth whitening.