Factors that Affect the Cost of Teeth Whitening
Creating a treatment plan and corresponding price requires a scheduled consultation with our team. When examining your smile, you can expect us to consider various factors to determine how much you will need budget for your brighter, whiter teeth.
These factors include:
- The type of tooth stains you have. This may include intrinsic, extrinsic, or age-related discoloration. Certain medications can make more embedded stains harder to remove, so additional treatments may be required.
- Potential preparatory care, as we may find signs of gum disease or tooth decay that need to be addressed.
- Whether you have restorations, such as dental crowns, veneers, bridges, fillings, etc. This will determine how we approach your whitening treatment.
Types of Teeth Whitening: What Do They Cost?
Knowing the prices of different types of teeth whitening can be helpful when considering your budget. Of course, the saying holds true that “you get what you pay for,” so just because some options are cheaper than others doesn’t mean you’ll receive the same quality results.
- In-Office Whitening: This usually runs between $400 and $800
- Take-Home Whitening Kit: This runs between $200 and $300
- Store-Bought Whitening Trays: You can expect these to cost around $100
- Whitening Pens, Strips, etc.: These will typically only cost around $20-$30
Inexpensive Teeth Whitening vs. Professional Teeth Whitening
Everyone wants to save money, no matter what they’re planning to buy. However, your smile is one investment worth spending more on. Store-bought options, such as pens, strips, and one-size-fits-all trays, often lack the powerful ingredients needed to remove stains, and they often produce uneven whitening results.
Professional treatment, however, may cost more, but the safety and superior results you can expect are worth every penny. Not only will our team make sure your smile is properly protected and treated in-house, but if you prefer a take-home kit, you’ll receive detailed instructions to follow. What you will see after two weeks is a noticeably whiter smile that lasts months or even years.
Why Teeth Whitening is a Worthwhile Investment
Choosing to whiten your smile at Lexington Smile Studio is a worthwhile investment for many reasons:
- A brighter smile is often the first thing people see when meeting you, so if you are preparing for a job interview, you can expect it to boost your appearance, helping you make a good first impression.
- The same is true when meeting someone new. The moment they see your brighter smile, you’ll increase your chances of securing a second date.
- A beautiful, whiter smile looks wonderful in photos, allowing you to create memories that you will cherish for years to come.
- You will feel more confident in your appearance, which can have a positive impact on your mental and emotional health.
