Most everyone has scrolled through endless pages of the internet trying to find a cheap and simple DIY concoction for getting perfectly white teeth. Chances are that those at-home whitening solutions might work a little bit but not noticeably enough for it to matter. In the end, you’ll get a messy kitchen coated in random ingredients like baking soda and not the impressive results you really wanted. So is it worth it?
Come explore this topic with Laguna Vista Dental as we evaluate the financial differences, variances in results, and overall effectiveness of either teeth whitening option—DIY kits versus professional treatments. By understanding these differences, you can then decide which option is right for you and then go about your journey towards getting a brighter, happier smile. Find out more on how at-home remedies compare to professional teeth whitening services by reading below.
Initially, you may think that DIY whitening kits that you make at home are cheaper than going to see a professional but they don’t provide the same quality of results. This means that you will have to do multiple whitening treatments while spending more time—and money—to getting the same results you might have gotten instantly with professional teeth whitening. See what Briglia Dental Group has to say about the cost of each teeth whitening option below.
Professional teeth whitening treatments
“Generally, in-office teeth whitening does have a higher price tag. However, because you’re getting such fast results with no follow-up required, the cost is justified. While at-home procedures are cheaper, you’ll need to use more of them to obtain the same results as a single professional treatment.
In fact, the average cost of professional whitening can range from just below $400 to just over $900, depending on where you live and the extent of your treatments. This covers both your upper and lower teeth. At-home kits, however, can start as low as $10 and go all the way up to $100 for stronger solutions.”
Going back to the true effectiveness of at-home teeth whitening treatments, DIY whitening kits can even cause added damage to your teeth or gums in some scenarios. With professional teeth whitening, you are being treated by a qualified dental health expert with the experience and educational background needed to provide you with safe results. Most people don’t realize that at-home remedies can cause them harm and should consult with their dentist prior to trying any type of treatment, teeth whitening included, at home. Colonnade Dental Centre talks about the risks of at-home treatments in their article here:
Professional teeth whitening treatments
“It turns out that some teeth whitening methods can leave you with unintended side effects, the least of which is increased tooth sensitivity and the worst including damaged gums. That’s why it’s always important to consult your dentist before a whitening pen or a bleaching tray ever comes close to your mouth. Your dentist will be able to assess the health of your teeth and decide whether it’s safe for you to whiten them, and if so, which method would be the best.
Your dentist may recommend a professional whitening treatment, which would be the safest option of all. Since teeth whitening is something dentists have been trained in, your dentist will be much more equipped to handle the process.”
So what is the best way to whiten your teeth to get the best results and in the safest method? Medical Center Dental Group has the answer. Look below to find out more about the best teeth whitening treatment options for you!
Medical Center Dental Group
“When you choose professional teeth whitening, you will benefit from a combination of in-office power whitening, followed by at-home whitening using custom-fit trays to ensure maximum effectiveness. The use of custom trays produced by your dentist to match your teeth and bite exactly is essential to getting the proper contact whitening gels need to do their work. Strips do not do this well enough, and whitening toothpaste and rinses do not involve enough prolonged exposure to be truly useful. With all the money these over-the-counter products cost, having it done professionally may not be that much more expensive in the end, and will certainly produce better results.”
So now that you’re aware of all the risks of at-home treatment including damage to your gums or teeth, ineffective results, and ongoing financial burdens—don’t you think professional teeth whitening services are the better option? Go ahead and call Laguna Vista Dental today at 713-234-6696 to schedule your consultation with a qualified dental health expert. We’ll help you get the smile of your dreams!
Also, be sure to check out this video for added guidance on your teeth whitening options.
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