Teeth whitening strips are the most popular and affordable way to safely and effectively whiten your teeth at home. These strips are often included as part of a comprehensive system or kit that can be purchased over the counter and can be used by just about anyone.
What are teeth whitening strips ? The concept is fairly simple. There is a certain kind of gel that contains ingredients that will safely bleach or whiten the teeth in only a few minutes, and teeth whitening strips contain these gels in simple, single-use disposable applications.
The actual strip looks a bit like a translucent Band-Aid that adheres to the upper or lower teeth and must be used on a daily basis in order to be effective. The average teeth whitening kit that uses strips asks consumers to apply the strips two times a day for about a month. After this time, the teeth will often be brighter by a few shades.
Because they are not professional grade chemicals, the effectiveness of these products is questionable. Yes, they will make your teeth a bit brighter or whiter. But they will probably not give you that movie star smile you were looking for. To obtain that, you must consult a cosmetic dentist.
The appeal of teeth whitening strips is that they are easy, affordable and they will brighten your smile, if used correctly. However, they can only do so much, and if your teeth are stained from coffee or cigarette smoke, there is little chance that strips will have much of an effect.