Anyone who’s undergone professional teeth whitening treatments knows how expensive and time-consuming the service can be. Professional treatments typically cost over $200 and appointments can last 90 minutes or longer. Thankfully, many oral care brands offer more cost-effective, over-the-counter teeth whitening treatments you can use at home. Experts say they aren’t as strong as in-office treatments, but they can tackle minor discoloration if used correctly and consistently.
Below, I talked to two dentists about what you can expect from at-home teeth whitening treatments and how to shop for them. I also rounded up our favorite options from brands like Crest, Colgate and Burt’s Bees.
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The best at-home teeth whitening products
With expert guidance in mind, I rounded up a handful of at-home teeth whitening products across types and price points. I included options with the ADA Seal of Acceptance, those NBC Select staff members have tried themselves, NBC Select Wellness Award Winners and other highly rated treatments I think you should know about.
Best teeth whitening strips and trays
Lumineux Teeth Whitening Strips
If you have sensitive teeth, I recommend Lumineux’s whitening strips…