Teeth Whitening Comparison Calculator
Compare the annual cost and effectiveness of professional teeth whitening vs at-home whitening kits.
Medical Disclaimer
This calculator is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making decisions about your health. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of results from this tool.
Annual Professional Cost
$2,000.00
Annual At-Home Cost
$420.00
Cost Difference
$1,580.00
Inputs
Comparison
Cost Per Shade (Professional)
$100.00
Cost Per Shade (At-Home)
$23.33
Annual Whitening Cost Comparison ($)
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter Professional Cost ($) — the cost per in-office whitening session at your dentist.
- Enter Professional Sessions — how many office sessions you have per treatment round.
- Enter At-Home Cost ($) per kit and At-Home Kits Used per treatment round.
- Set Treatment Rounds Per Year — how many times per year you whiten your teeth.
- Review Annual Professional Cost vs Annual At-Home Cost, and the Cost Difference to identify the more affordable option.
- Use Cost Per Shade (Professional) and Cost Per Shade (At-Home) to compare value per shade of improvement.
How the result changes with Professional Whitening Cost
| Professional Whitening Cost | Annual Professional Cost | Annual At-Home Cost | Cost Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $200.00 | $800.00 | $420.00 | $380.00 |
| $700.00 | $2,800.00 | $420.00 | $2,380.00 |
| $1,300.00 | $5,200.00 | $420.00 | $4,780.00 |
| $1,800.00 | $7,200.00 | $420.00 | $6,780.00 |
What each input means
- Professional Whitening Cost
- Cost per professional whitening session at the dentist's office.
- Professional Sessions
- Number of professional sessions per treatment round.
- At-Home Kit Cost
- Cost per at-home whitening kit or strip box.
- At-Home Kits Used
- Number of at-home kits used per treatment round.
- Treatment Rounds Per Year
- Number of times per year you undergo whitening treatment.
How this is calculated
Worked example, using the default values
- Identify Input Parameters4 parametersProfessional Whitening Cost = 500, Professional Sessions = 2, At-Home Kit Cost = 35, At-Home Kits Used = 6 = 5 input(s) provided
- Calculate Annual Professional CostAnnual Professional Cost2000 = $2,000
- Calculate Annual At-Home CostAnnual At-Home Cost420 = $420
- Calculate Cost DifferenceCost Difference1580 = $1,580
- Calculate Cost Per ShadeCost Per Shade100 = $100
- Calculate Cost Per ShadeCost Per Shade23.33 = $23.33
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