Best Teeth Whiteners : How to choose ?

Clinical studies show that home teeth whiteners are safe to use. They also tell you that you will get results. However, you won’t find a good scientific study telling you what product is better than another. That’s because comparison studies are sponsored by manufacturers themselves. So, when a study shows that the Crest Whitestrips are the best, just dig a little deeper, and you will find that the study has been sponsored by Crest.

However, all studies come to the same conclusion about the effectiveness of the product. The results you get from a tooth whitener are directly related to  the amount of whitening agent and the length of time the product is on the teeth. So when you look at a product, you have to consider those 2 conditions to measure the effectiveness:

1  What is the percentage of peroxide ?

Of course, the higher the better if you are looking for fast results. You can find in at home products anything  from 2%  to 30% peroxide

2  How long will it stay on my teeth ?

Read the instructions before choosing what method is convenient for you. Will you paint on many times a day or leave on all night. Choose something you know you will stick to.

Reviews found on Internet will usually compare these two factors : effect versus inconvenience. Everyone is looking for the best results with the less hassle.   So, you can ask yourself 2 more questions:

3. What method is convenient for me ?

Some are messier than other and have many things to manipulate. With trays ? Or maybe you prefer in form of a pen and just paint over your teeth after dinner.

4. How much do I want to pay ?

The most convenient method and the best lasting results would be at your dentist. But do you want to pay 500 $ ?

With all these factors in mind, we can now talk about what are the best teeth whiteners out there… in my next post !!