You want to look good. For some people that means nice clothes or a new haircut, while for many others it is having a whiter smile. A 2012 survey indicated that whitening treatments increased by 29% over the previous year, and professionals expected to see an increase of 45% more requests for whitening treatments in the following year.
There are a number of tooth whitening options to consider including in-office bleaching, at-home bleaching and whitening products sold over the counter such as whitening toothpastes, whitening strips, whitening pens and whitening mouth rinses. It is important to consult with your dentist to determine the type of whitening treatment he/she feels is in your best interest. Your dentist will take into account the shade of your teeth and what can be done to make them whiter and more attractive.