Professional tooth whitening from a dentist is always...

Whiten teeth at home vs. teeth whitening at the dentist?

what teeth whitening solution is better?


Irwin Smigel, DDS
27 months ago

Professional tooth whitening from a dentist is always recommended. Your dentist can check for gum diseases, as well as loose fillings. He/she will be able to fit you for trays as well.

When using the over-the-counter bleachers, there is a chance your teeth may get over-bleached. The reason I designed a whitening system (SuperSmile) was because I wanted to make sure there wasn’t a chance for over-bleaching or sensitivity. The product can work on crowns, veneers, and natural teeth, as well as dentures.

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A: In-office whitening is best. Provides maximum whitening...

Jeffrey Golub-Evans, DDS
27 months ago

In-office whitening is best. Provides maximum whitening with minimal effort, time and has the least sensitivity. Professionally supervision ensures effectiveness and safety.

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A: No one said beauty is cheap or easy to get. We all have...

Avo Samuelian, DDS
28 months ago

No one said beauty is cheap or easy to get. We all have to work hard, but if you need to make your life easier, then using home bleaching kits from the drugstore can give you a flash of white teeth. Do not expect for this to last long.

Best results are accomplished with dentist prescribed whitening. Both in-office or at-home dentist prescribed whitening treatments will give you faster and longer-lasting results. If your teeth are healthy and somewhat white, you can get a boost from over-the-counter products, but again, they will not last long.

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A: The most important thing to look for in at-home kits is...

Pia Lieb, DDS
28 months ago

The most important thing to look for in at-home kits is that they fit the size and shape of your teeth. Example, whitening strips are straight across and your teeth are scalloped. Make sure the at-home bleaching kits cover your whole tooth otherwise you will have two toned teeth or irritated gums.

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