Teeth whitening is the most requested cosmetic dental procedure worldwide. The market is flooded with home whitening products — strips, toothpastes, charcoal powders, LED kits. Do they work? And how do they compare to professional whitening? Here is the honest answer.
Home Whitening Options — What They Actually Do
| Product | Does It Whiten? | Shades Change | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitening toothpaste | Mildly | 0.5–1 shade | Removes surface stains only |
| OTC whitening strips | Yes, slightly | 1–2 shades | Low peroxide — slow results |
| LED home kit (OTC) | Minimal | 1–2 shades | Light alone does little |
| Charcoal powder | No whitening | 0 shades | Abrasive — damages enamel |
| Baking soda | Surface only | 0–1 shade | Abrasive — use rarely |
Professional Whitening — What Is Different
Professional whitening at Akshayam Dental uses prescription-strength bleaching gel (35% hydrogen peroxide) that penetrates the enamel to break up deep staining molecules. This is fundamentally different from surface polishing. Results are dramatic and fast.
- In-office whitening: 3–5 shades lighter in one 60-minute session
- Custom take-home trays: 2–4 shades lighter over 2 weeks
- Results last 1–2 years with maintenance
Who Gets the Best Results from Whitening
- Yellow-toned staining from tea, coffee, and food — responds very well
- Smoke staining — responds well to professional whitening
- Age-related yellowing — responds well
- Grey-toned staining or internal staining from medication (tetracycline) — responds poorly
- Veneers, crowns, and fillings — do not whiten — must be replaced if colour mismatch occurs
Professional Whitening at Akshayam Dental
We offer in-office whitening and custom take-home whitening trays. Starting from ₹5,000. Free shade assessment at consultation.
If you want real whitening results, professional treatment is the only proven approach. At Akshayam Dental, Urapakkam, our whitening treatments deliver visible results in a single session. Book your free shade assessment today.
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