| Teeth whitening treatments vary in cost from a | | | | than $600 based on their experience and |
| few dollars to a thousand or more. Depending on | | | | customer satisfaction ratings. |
| what exactly you’re looking for cosmetic | | | | Dentist teeth whitening is a practical choice, more |
| dentistry has the potential to significantly damage | | | | so than veneers, however the price of this |
| your bank account. Some treatments are one | | | | treatment also runs a bit high. The upside to |
| time deals; others wear off and require follow ups | | | | choosing professional whitening is the quality (gets |
| after 6 or 12 months. | | | | teeth up to ten shades whiter) and long-lasting |
| For someone who doesn’t know any better it | | | | results (won’t fade for up to 8 months), so |
| may seem that the more expensive the | | | | you won’t require repeat treatments for at |
| treatment, the better it must be. It’s our | | | | least a year, usually longer. |
| nature to assume that price equals quality, but | | | | You can purchase hundreds of teeth whitening |
| anyone that’s ever bought a quality discount | | | | products over-the-counter for less than $100, |
| product knows that’s not always the case. | | | | many of which work wonderfully. These types of |
| The same is true for whitening products. | | | | products include whitening strips, trays and gels. |
| Porcelain veneers are the most expensive form | | | | With many kits available for $30 or less, home |
| of cosmetic dentistry, but are rarely absolutely | | | | whitening kits are a popular choice to begin |
| required. They are the best option for crooked or | | | | whitening. The effect usually lasts 4-6 months |
| damaged teeth, as an alternative to orthodontic | | | | before gradually fading. |
| treatments. However, if you’re looking to | | | | Because teeth whitening is typically considered |
| remove stains and discoloration, turn to veneers | | | | cosmetic and insurance companies rarely cover |
| as a last resort only. | | | | them, the cost of the treatment is a big concern |
| After veneers, the next most expensive | | | | for many people. Thankfully, there are many |
| treatment is professional whitening performed by | | | | options available, that are very successful and at |
| your dentist. This treatment, depending on | | | | reasonable prices. Now that you know the |
| whether it includes laser whitening or simply | | | | treatments don’t have to break the bank, |
| peroxide-based gels in a mouth tray, can cost | | | | you can focus on finding the right one for you at |
| anywhere from $300-$600. Sometimes the | | | | a cost that you’re comfortable with. |
| dentist applying the treatment may charge more | | | | |