Should I be using the desensitizing gel?

Dentists and hygienists recommend a post-whitening application for everyone using any type of teeth whitening product, regardless of their preexisting sensitivity for the following reasons:

• 60% of Americans suffer from natural tooth sensitivity in everyday life. Whitening your teeth will further that sensitivity temporarily.
• If you are whitening for extended periods of time (beyond 45 minutes) deep stain removal will likely cause some sort of temporary sensitivity regardless.
• Desensitizing gel is fluoride infused to block pores and nourish the tooth thus promoting natural rehydration and remineralization
• By blocking pores in the tooth, desensitizing gel dramatically reduces restaining as you eat/drink.

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