Although teeth whitening may be one of the safest, non-invasive and cost efficient ways for teens and adults to immediately boost their appearance, patients should learn about the best whitening options available from their dentist.

Teeth whitening is a multi-million dollar industry that is fueled by image-conscious teens and adults heading to a mall to pick up instant, do-it-yourself teeth whitening kits, many of which can cause harm to the mouth if not used correctly.