Crest 3D Whitening Strips Review

With the prohibitive costs of having teeth professionally whitened, may consumers have turned to over-the-counter teeth whitening kits to brighten their smiles. Considering that most store bought whitening kits go can for anywhere from $20 to $70 a set, consumers can face a hefty expense trying to find the best kit for them.


 When deciding on the best teeth whitening brand, consumers should consider three factors. How well does the product work? How easy is the product to use, and what, if any, negative effects does it possess? How much does it cost in relation to similar products on the market?

 One of the most popular brands of teeth whitening kits on the market is Crest 3D Whitestrips Professional Effects, but how well does the product meet our criteria? Let’s take a look.

 Effectiveness

 The majority of consumers who have tried Crest 3D Whitestrips Professional Effects agree that the product does help whiten teeth in as little as 2 days. While the effectiveness of the product does tend to vary depending on the user, most people report a noticeable different in the whiteness of their teeth after using the product daily for one week. Some consumers who did not have success with the product complained that the 3D Whitestrips did not whiten their teeth entirely, but rather caused small white blots to appear on their teeth instead.

 Agreeability

 For most consumers, the easy to use adhesive strips stayed in place once applied to their teeth. Multiple users complained about the taste of the product, and recommended that brushing your teeth before and after application to remove the distasteful flavor. Crest advertises the product as enamel safe, and claims consumers will notice a difference in their smile within 3 days of using the product. A minority of users commented that the 3D Whitestrips caused irritation to their gums and some minor tooth sensitivity.

 Affordability

 The price for Crest 3D Whitestrips Professional Effects can range between $40 and $60 depending on where you purchase the product, which places the product on the high end of most home kits. Standard boxes of Crest 3D Whitestrips contain 20 days worth of whitening strips if used as directed.

 Considering the cost of having a dentist whiten your teeth, Crest offers a product that received, on average, four out of five stars from most consumers for effectiveness at a fairly reasonable price.

 Timothy Lemke is a freelance writer living in Portland. For more information on how to brighten your smile, contact Dr. Derek Conklin, a dentist in Portland.