HOW MUCH DOES TEETH WHITENING COST?




Dr. Lara Coseo DDS, FAGD – Author – Dr. Lara Coseo, (DDS, FAGD) is a 2004 graduate of Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, Texas. Having practiced general dentistry for 13 years, Dr. Lara currently serves as an Associate Professor at Texas A&M College of Dentistry.
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Teeth Whitening Options and costs
It is safe to say that everyone wants white teeth. The reason many people do not work toward that goal is that they assume teeth whitening is too expensive.
The truth is that, in today’s world of seemingly endless teeth whitening options, the cost ranges from a few dollars to almost a thousand dollars. And interestingly, the most expensive option is not always the best whitening option.
IN-OFFICE TEETH WHITENING
HOW EXPENSIVE?
In-office teeth whitening ranges from $500-1000, depending on your geographic location, the brand offered, and the requirement of additional tools (lights, lasers, etc.



Some well-known brand names are ZOOM!, Opalescence Boost, and Sapphire. Laser teeth whitening also falls into the category of in-office teeth whitening. Because these methods require an appointment with your dentist, time in the dental chair, and an expensive whitening kit (with or without the use of lights and lasers), these are by far the most expensive ways to whiten your teeth.
In general, in-office teeth whitening produces very fast and very good whitening results. Most people achieve 4-5 shades lighter teeth in just an hour-long visit.
In-office teeth whitening ranges from $500-1000, depending on your geographic location, the brand offered, and the requirement of additional tools (lights, lasers, etc . . .).
2. Very safe bleaching method. This procedure is performed in a controlled environment by qualified practitioners who use protective gum barriers and lip retractors to prevent their patients from accidentally being exposed to the bleaching agent. Once the teeth bleaching session is over, a careful washing and suction process is used to remove all traces of the whitening chemical from the oral cavity.
2. The high concentrations of peroxide used during in-office treatments can cause significant tooth sensitivity.
3. Although in-office treatments provide very fast and convenient teeth whitening, the final results are often outperformed by the professional at-home method.
PROFESSIONAL AT-HOME WHITENING
HOW EXPENSIVE?
Custom-made whitening trays and a kit of professional strength gel ranges from $100-400. Refill kits cost between $30-50.



This option also offers versatility in whitening times with different concentrations of the whitening gel. You can choose to whiten for just 20 minutes or overnight.
Custom-made whitening trays and a kit of professional strength gel ranges from $100-400. Some dental offices offer this as a free gift upon completing a full new patient exam and any necessary dental treatment. Refill kits cost between $30-50. On average, patients use one refill kit per year.
2. Low cost compared to in-office treatments.
3. In terms of final results, home whitening done with custom made kits consistently outperforms in-office treatments.
4. At-home whitening treatments use lower strength bleaching chemicals which results in minimal side effects like tooth sensitivity and gum inflammation.
2. The whitening process takes a relatively long time compared to in-office treatment.
OTC HOME WHITENING KITS
HOW EXPENSIVE?
These over-the-counter kits range from $7-100 in cost and provide a wide variety of options.



2. Over-the-counter whitening kits that contain high-strength bleaching agents can give good results.
2. Although many OTC whitening kits contain thermoplastic bleaching trays that can be molded with warm water to fit the user’s mouth, these trays are often uncomfortable and ineffective compared to the professionally sculpted trays provided by a dentist.
TEETH WHITENING STRIPS
HOW EXPENSIVE?
Whitening strips are available in a range of concentrations and quantity of treatments, so the price can be anywhere from $15-100.



2. Less costly than professional treatments.
3. Teeth whitening strips can deliver pleasing results for some people.
2. Less effective than professional whitening treatments.
3. Teeth whitening with an over-the-counter product like whitening strips will take longer to achieve noticeable results.
TEETH WHITENING PENS
HOW EXPENSIVE?
Whitening pens range from $7-40 on average.



The main advantages of teeth whitening pens are their simple method of application and their low cost.
Whitening pens range from $7-40 on average.
2. Whitening pens are easy and convenient to use.
3. By painting on the bleaching chemical it is possible to apply the gel with no mess or leakage
2. Research has shown some whitening pens to be relatively ineffective compared to other methods.
OPTION
WHITENING TOOTHPASTE
HOW EXPENSIVE?
Costs of whitening toothpastes range from $2-30.



Every major brand of toothpaste makes a whitening formulation, which simply contains tiny abrasive particles. Recently, there has been some hype about whitening toothpastes sold through multi-level marketing companies. The mechanism of action and the results of all whitening toothpastes is about the same.
Costs of whitening toothpastes range from $2-30.
2. Whitening toothpastes are effective for stain and plaque control
2. A peroxide toothpastes will have minimal effects compared to other whitening options.



