To evaluate which brands made the cut, I looked at specific criteria to determine my ratings. First and foremost, the brand’s effectiveness at truly making teeth whiter. Second, I looked at the ingredients used in each brand, how safe they are, and how likely they were to cause sensitivity. A whitening system with strong efficacy that causes sensitivity is no good when the user can’t stand to leave it on for the instructed time —or less. Finally, I looked at a range of customer reviews to see what people were saying and how common their experiences were.

 Side note: Stick with me until the end of the article for a surprise that will change the way you feel and look.

#1 Polar MD

Up to 98% of users report whiter teeth within just a few days of using the system. Even more impressive, 97% of users report zero teeth sensitivity. It’s no wonder Polar MD has earned 5,250 five-star reviews.

#2 Auraglow

• Effectiveness: 85% Report Whiter Teeth
• Teeth Sensitivity: High
• Results: 7 uses for notable whitening
• Number of Treatments Included:  20
• Active Whitening Ingredient:  35% Carbamide Peroxide
• Price:  $58 ($2.90 per treatment)

Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Auraglow uses an 8 LED Blue light mouthpiece which is cheaper and requires 30-minute whitening sessions. 

Many users of the Auraglow whitening kit have reported teeth sensitivity.

#3 Colgate

• Effectiveness: 80% Report Whiter Teeth
• Teeth Sensitivity: High
• Results: 10 uses to start seeing whiter teeth
• Number of Treatments Included:  12
• Active Whitening Ingredient:  2.5% Peroxide (very low)
• Price:  $40 ($3.33 per treatment)

Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐

The Colgate Optic White Kit uses a very low 2.5% peroxide as the main ingredient to whiten teeth.  It would take a very long time to whiten teeth at such a low concentration of peroxide.  Their Whitening mouthpiece is attached to a wire and it only has 8 or 9 LED lights to activate the peroxide. 

#4 Crest Whitening Strips

• Effectiveness: 80% Report Whiter Teeth
• Teeth Sensitivity: High
• Results:  6 uses to start seeing results
• Number of Treatments Included: 10
• Active Whitening Ingredient: 10% Peroxide
• Price: $50 ($4.16 per treatment)

Overall Rating: ⭐⭐

Crest white strips contain 10% peroxide so it will take a while to start seeing results.   

Many users report teeth sensitivity.

#5 Lumineux Whitening Strips

• Effectiveness: Poor
• Results: Users report results with no evidence
• Number of Treatments Included: 14
• Active Whitening Ingredient:  Coconut oil, Dead sea salt
• Sensitivity: Low
• Price: $40 ($2.85 per treatment)

Overall Rating: ⭐

The Best Dentist-Approved Whitening Kit: Polar MD

While other teeth whitening products may do a good enough job, only one fits all checkboxes. Polar MD gives you professional-level results without discomfort. Next time a patient asks me what to do about yellow teeth, I’ll continue to have the same answer for them. 

Besides the great benefits I stated above about LeVaye’ Polar MD, I myself have experienced lasting results after using their whitening kit. Now, as I promised a surprise for you, Polar MD has partnered with top dental professionals across the US — including me, to offer a limited 40% OFF with FREE shipping ($99.00 now $59.40), so you won’t have to wait any longer to brighten your smile. 

I assure you won’t be disappointed with the product. If that’s the case —which I doubt—, LeVaye’ offers a 30-day-money-back-guarantee, so fear not. Are you ready to get brighter and healthier teeth?