Professional Teeth Whitening Costs

Maybe you’ve already done some teeth whitening treatments at home. There are toothpastes, strips, gels, gums and other options available to help whiten teeth. But, for many, these at home teeth whitening options just don’t provide the bright white teeth they’re after or the treatments just don’t last that long.

That’s why many people end up going to a dentist to get their teeth professionally whitened. Dentists can offer teeth whitening options that are stronger than any at home treatments.

The treatments dentists offer use stronger bleaching agents than is found in over the counter options. The agents have higher concentrations of peroxide in them which produces more noticeable results. However, there are some risks involved when using products that have more peroxide in them. That’s why you’ll need to see a professional in order to get it. Dentists are able to protect your gums and mouth from exposure to the peroxide so it’s a much safer environment than trying it at home.

Some dentists will also use laser technology with the bleaching gel which aids in the effectiveness of the treatment. Being able to use more powerful bleaching agents along with lasers not only result in whiter teeth, but the effects of the treatment last much longer than at home treatment options.

Professional, in-office teeth whitening costs start around $350 on the low end and can max out around $1000. You can figure on the average cost for professional teeth whitening treatments to be around $650.

That definitely costs more than the at home options which usually cost well under $100. But since the professional options result in whiter teeth and teeth that stay whiter for longer, the cost difference may be well worth it for many.

The exact amount you end up paying for teeth whitening depends on a few factors. First is what kind of treatment your dentist uses. Other factors that affect pricing include what part of the country you live in (big metro areas tend to have higher prices than smaller rural areas) and also the experience level of the dentist you use.

One last thing… don’t count on dental insurance to cover the costs of teeth whitening. This is because the treatment is purely for cosmetic reasons and does not offer any health benefits.