Comparison
Every teeth whitening method, side by side.
Filter by category and sort by what matters to you - effectiveness, cost, or sensitivity risk. Tap a method for the full guide.
| Stain type | Timeline | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 In-Office Professional WhiteningProfessional | High | $$$$ | Moderate | Both | 1–2 visits |
 Dentist-Dispensed Take-Home TraysProfessional | High | $$$ | Moderate | Both | 1–4 weeks |
 Whitening StripsOver-the-counter | Moderate | $$ | Moderate | Extrinsic | 1–4 weeks |
 LED At-Home KitsOver-the-counter | Variable | $$ | Moderate | Extrinsic | 1–2 weeks |
 Whitening Gels & PensOver-the-counter | Low | $ | Low | Extrinsic | Ongoing |
 Whitening ToothpasteOver-the-counter | Low | $ | Low | Extrinsic | Ongoing |
 Whitening MouthwashOver-the-counter | Low | $ | Low | Extrinsic | Ongoing |
 Natural & DIY MethodsNatural / DIY | Low | $ | Variable | Extrinsic | Ongoing |
 Veneers & BondingCosmetic alternative | Not whitening | $$$$ | Low | Neither | 1–3 visits |