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People have different reasons for wanting to receive a teeth whitening treatment. Some want to look fabulous for a special event such as prom night or the wedding day. Others want to get rid of the discoloration and stains caused by smoking or coffee drinking. Whatever their motivation, people always have some questions about teeth whitening such as: Will it work? What is the best treatment? How much will it cost me? The answer to these questions and some other important issues will be found in the following selection.

All teeth whitening procedures are performed within the field of cosmetic dentistry. This procedure is used for correcting discoloration caused by cigarettes, coffee, tea, food and any other lifestyle related activity. It can be also used for eliminating discoloration caused by aging or diseases.

The improvement of tooth shade is different from person to person. Another factor that influences the extent of improvement is the cause of the discoloration or stains. If they have been caused by smoking, frequently drinking tea or coffee or eating foods that contain too many colorants, the teeth will whiten by up to four or five shades. If the discoloration is produced by medicines or diseases, then the teeth will be whitened anywhere from two to three shades.

The teeth whitening procedures can be divided into two main categories: treatments that can be done at home and in-office treatments. Each of these methods has advantages and disadvantages. We will analyze them separately to see which is the most suited for you.

Professional whitening treatments are completed inside a dentist's office. Prior to the start of the procedure, a dentist will examine a patient's mouth to determine his/her suitability for the procedure. During the procedure, special whitening gels and lasers are used for spectacular results.

The home-based teeth whitening remedy can be used both in-between in-office treatments, but also when a professional treatment is not undergone. The home-based remedies can also be divided into two sub-types. The first one represents the whitening kits and the tray teeth whitening procedures, while the second sub-type is based on natural remedies.

Given the large number of take home treatments currently available on the market, it may be best to consult a dentist before trying a product. This way, you can invest your money into the more promising and recommended treatments.

Another thing that must be taken into consideration when choosing a teeth whitening procedure that you think it is suitable for you is the price. In-office whitening may cost you between $500 and $2000, while the home kits and trays vary between $100 and $300. If you can't afford to pay so much money on a whitening treatment, you can try paint whiteners such as Crest Night Effects or Colgate Simply Night White. They are easy to use and can be bought for about $50.

So, taking into consideration the risks of each procedure and the fact that the more rapid the effects are the more expensive is the product you can decide which treatment to choose.