I’ve whitened my teeth so much that I think I qualify as a teeth-whitening professional. In fact, my dentist had to ask me to stop whitening my teeth because I’m doing it too much! So, believe me when I say that I’m obsessed with teeth whiteners, and I’ve tried almost all of them. Here are ten consumer favorites and my take on them.
1. Rembrandt Intense Stain Whitening Toothpaste
Price: $7.00 a tube
Claims: Brighten, whiten, and protect teeth with each use.
My experience: I started with this one because it is the most common, easiest to find, and easiest to use. However, I don’t think it works! Rembrandt is by far the most expensive brand of toothpaste on the market, and I didn’t notice any big whitening when I used it. I’d save my money and buy a bargain brand of toothpaste, then use a better whitener.
2. Crest Whitestrips
Price: $44.99
Claims: Safe, easy, and effective whitening in ten days.
My experience: I think this whitening system is by far the best one out there. I’ve used a lot of products, and this one always works. Yes, it is pricey, but I always see three to four levels of whitening in the two or so weeks it takes me to use them all. Just place the little gel-covered strips on your teeth twice a day, and you’re done! (And here’s a little tip.. I’ve bought the Target generic brand for $24.99, and they worked just as well!) The only downside I’ve found with these is that I had some little white dots on my teeth for several hours after using it.
3. Colgate Simply White
Price: $15.99
Claims: Provides an easy way to sparkling white teeth.
My experience: Of all the paint-on whiteners, I liked this product the best. I did feel like this product stayed on my teeth fairly well, and I did see about two levels of whitening while using it. However, I didn’t like having to hold my mouth totally open for thirty seconds after applying it, and I’d rather just save my money and buy the Crest Whitening Strips. I probably wouldn’t use this product again, but for people who don’t like the slimy feel of strips, this would be my favorite paint-on whitener.
This is a really informative site! I’ve only used a few of these, but out of the ones I’ve tried, Crest whitestrips are definitely the best. They are so easy to use and I noticed a difference after two days of using them. These at-home whitening kits are life savers, my smile feels so much better than it has in a long time!
You can also save money by putting the smallest amount of baking soda on your toothpaste. Do not do it to much, it will wear off the enamel on your teeth. Do it once every other day. It works for me.
Hi I am 11 yrs. old would ur advice for the 12 things work on me too???
I just started using Crest Whitestrips Classic today per the recommendation of my dentist. I got the 14 day kit so I will let you know my experience.
Thank you for the information.
i must say the walmart version of the creast white strips are so much better. the off brand had a wax type of strip that accually forms to your teeth. i find that the crest strips slide to easy.
I think when it comes to purchasing teeth whitening kits, you have to be very careful, particularly online. There are too many companies offering ‘free teeth whitening kits’ now with all you have to pay being the shipping. Of course in the small print, there’s a little one liner about you being charged hundreds of pounds – although few people actually read this.
So when purchasing online just be careful. Get a recognized brand or get your teeth whitened locally.
I love white teeth and have used the Crest Whitestrips with great results in the past but I find they cause intense tooth sensitivity and can’t use them anymore :( I wish there was some way of whitening without excruciating pain…
Hey Delilah,
yeah I have heard that some of these treatments can have some side-effects, varying from case to case. Do let us know if you try out something else!