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Every year, billions of £s of marketing budget is fired squarely at those seeking whiter teeth through DIY and professional teeth whitening.

Teeth whitening is a very, very competitive industry and with such marketing budgets being thrown around, it can be hard to find a reliable teeth whitening service that delivers on its promise.

So how do you cut through all of the hype and find out exactly what you need to know to get those teeth whiter, at a budget you can afford, with a solution that is just right for you?

Why Do You Need Teeth Whitening?

Before looking at solutions, it’s probably important to know why you are looking for teeth whitening in the first place.

If you are regularly consuming foods that stain your teeth, or worse, smoking –it’s important to realise that these habits will likely need to change if you want your teeth to stay white once they’ve been whitened.

And this is where teeth whitening cost comes in; if you are unwilling to give up that fourth Starbucks latte every day or butt out, then the cost of teeth whitening will likely need to be affordable enough to be repeatable. If you are willing to go without cigarettes, too many daily cups of java, and red wine –then you can afford to choose a teeth whitening solution that is a little pricier.

Time is Not on Your Side

Another key factor in finding the right teeth whitening Brisbane is whether or not you’ve got time (or the patience) to go again and again –or whether you can take on some of the leg work on your own, at home.

Busy, career focused individuals probably have enough on their plate and will likely be looking for an all-in-one solution; meaning that they want their dentist to take care of everything.

Those with less demanding schedules may prefer to get a home teeth whitening solution.

Additional Factors

Other factors to consider with whitening teeth are highlighted by your own unique circumstances, such as how sensitive your teeth are, how acidic your diet is, and how much enamel you’ve got left on those pearly off-whites.

Both tooth sensitivity and enamel thickness are considerations best discussed with your dentist before you choose the right teeth whitening solution for your mouth.

Zoom Teeth Whitening

Marketing is one thing; social proof is entirely another. There is a lot of buzz around Zoom teeth whitening by Philips and with good reason, so it seems. It offers a quick, convenient, safe, effective and affordable solution to achieving a brighter smile. Suitable for those with dull aged teeth and tetracycline stains, this is a solution that can be repeated regularly in the comfort of your home. Moulds are taken of your teeth by your dentist, which are then used to create customised trays. A bleaching agent is applied in the trays and the trays are then worn as per your dentist’s recommendation. A quick Google shows tons of case studies if you needed any further proof of its effectiveness.

Tried it? Drop me a comment. I’m thinking of going down the zoom route before my wedding in a year’s time so would love to hear your thoughts.