We asked our experts exactly what to look for (and what to avoid) to find the most effective whitening products on the market.Īccording to the American Dental Association (ADA) and the eight dentists we spoke to, either hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide is what you should look for in whitening products. Some products advertised as “whitening” don’t have the proper active ingredients or have such a small amount it would hardly make a difference. But whitening products only work if they have the right ingredients. “Anything that can stain a white T-shirt can surface-stain the teeth,” Jackson says. What you can expect from these products is to maintain your in-office cleaning and prevent further staining from things like tea, coffee, kombucha, red wine, soy sauce, and barbecue sauce. Someone who gets regular cleanings to remove surface stains won’t get the same results. That only applies to someone who hasn’t been to the dentist for years and has heavy staining on their teeth. Marie Jackson, the founder of Stellar Smile Center, says is unrealistic for the regular dentistgoer. Some whitening products promise to “jump you ten shades in three weeks,” which Dr. But generally, if you’re getting regular in-office cleanings and the occasional whitening treatment, at-home toothpastes, strips, and gels can be very helpful for maintaining your pearly whites. She says if you’re seeing telltale yellowing when you smile, you may need only a standard cleaning in the office, while other deep stains can’t be removed through whitening ( tetracycline stains are one example). Mandy Kouroshnia of New York’s Cityzen Dental says for the best results with whitening products at home, you should consider what kinds of stains you’re dealing with first. There are dozens of whitening toothpastes and treatments out there, but only so many are equipped to actually help brighten your smile.
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