There are countless articles and posts online filled with “proven” teeth whitening products and hacks you can go and pick up at the store (or order online with an affiliate link) right now. But how do they compare to Zoom! Teeth Whitening that your dentist offers? Is professional whitening so much better that it’s worth a trip to the office? Can you get a pristinely white smile just by grabbing something off the shelves at CVS or Walgreens? Keep reading to see how these two approaches measure up head-to-head.
Quality
The active ingredient in most teeth whitening gels (as in what actually breaks up and removes stains) is hydrogen peroxide. With various whitening kits and strips you’ll find at the store, they tend to contain about 5% (or less) of hydrogen peroxide.
But with Zoom!, the gel has a 20% concentration, or 400% more! That’s why Zoom! can remove stains that OTC products leave behind, leading to a brighter, dramatic result.
Speed
With Zoom!, you can be in and out of your dentist’s office in less than an hour with a smile that’s 6-10 shades lighter. Compare that to store-bought whitening, which requires you to use it daily for weeks or even months at a time to see a subtle difference that is much less than what the packaging promises.
Price
On the surface, OTC whitening clearly seems like the more budget-friendly option. But while a single store-bought kit might just cost about $40-60, the truth is that you’ll have to use multiple kits to get the same results as a single Zoom! treatment. That means many people end up spending more overall on whitening while having to wait several times longer to get what they want.
Victory Lap
So Zoom! is the winner, but the benefits go beyond quality, speed, and price. With it, you also get professional oversight. That means the gel is applied meticulously to your teeth by someone trained to do so, ensuring an even result. Plus, your dentist will make sure you don’t have any active cavities, cracks, or infections that could be irritated by the gel. Whitening can often be paired with your routine checkups and cleanings to help you save even more time!
So whether you’re thinking about the mirror or your checking account, you’ll like what you see with Zoom! compared to anything you can pick up right now. Yes, it involves a trip to the dentist, but getting a better result in less time with fewer steps is certainly worth the short drive.
About the Author
Dr. Michael Kirk has served Oklahoma City for over 30 years. As a cosmetic dentist, he’s helped hundreds of patients achieve smiles that are not only attractive and eye-catching, but healthy as well. You can schedule your cosmetic consultation to see if teeth whitening, veneers, or one of our many other options can help you get the look (and confidence) you’ve always wanted. Click here or call (405) 848-3719.