There are many products and techniques available. Some work great and some don’t work at all. The various over the counter products give the least predictable results. To get a really great result you should probably use one of the products sold through dental offices that utilize custom made trays for home application of bleaching gel. There are several great ones out there. Ask us about the options we like best. We also get questions about “laser whitening”. With this method a laser is used as a light source to activate the bleaching gel that is applied to your teeth in the dental office. It may be necessary to use the “at home” trays in addition to this initial lengthy treatment. Side effects can include sensitivity to treated teeth.