Teeth Whitening Gel

There’s no doubt a great smile can take you to many places.  But what if your teeth are not so white?  Because of factors such as smoking and eating habits, many of us don’t have the teeth as white as we’d want, however thanks to the advances in the field of teeth whitening, we can take advantage of a teeth whitening gel.

A teeth whitening gel has the advantage of being way cheaper than professional teeth whitening treatments.  Everyone can get one of these gels to add to their daily life. 

Teeth whitening gels are stronger than those special toothpastes that are advertised everywhere and they have a better action on your teeth.  These peroxide-based clear gels are applied directly on the teeth with the help of a special applicator (depending on the brand) or a brush.  This method of application allows you to better control how much gel you are putting on your teeth.

These over-the-counter teeth whitening gels are different than professional products when it comes to whitening strength – they are less strong but you can have good results.  Also keep in mind that saliva tends to wear down the gel on your teeth, so the moment you close your mouth, you are weakening their action.  Most gels are applied for a period of two weeks – twice a day and the results last up to 4 months.

Teeth whitening gels like most over-the-counter products are for everyone, however not everyone finds the same efficiency.  This lack of consistency among different consumers may be the biggest problem these products face.  However the majority of doctors agree that they work to some extent when used appropriately and regularly.

Gels for teeth whitening remain as an affordable alternative to expensive teeth whitening treatments that can cost up to $100 per session.  These products are around $30 and are found in most drugstores and pharmacies.