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Research suggests teeth-whitening strips may be harmful

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LANSING, Mich. — New research says over-the-counter teeth-whitening strips may do more harm than good.

Researchers did three studies and found that the active ingredient in the strips, hydrogen peroxide, can damage the tissue beneath your teeth enamel.

The tissue is called dentin, and it makes up most of the tooth.

However, the researchers did not say whether or not the possible tooth damage is permanent.

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