We asked dentists about the most effective ways to whiten teeth at home, and they shared their top picks for toothpastes, mouthwashes, pens, strips and kits.

Though the enamel-safe Venus Visage teeth whitening pens (as in two pens for $15) don’t bear the Crest name, they certainly ...

To whiten teeth, it's most important to brush and floss regularly, and limit staining behaviors. Avoid natural teeth whitening methods that lack evidence, like oil pulling or charcoal. It's also worth ...

Did you know that ancient Romans used urine as a teeth whitener? (Gross, but true.) Or that in 16th-century England, soot and ...

Looking to brighten your smile? (Um, aren’t we all?) We tapped cosmetic dentist Dr. Brian Kantor of Lowenberg, Lituchy & Kantor in New York City for the best at-home and in-office treatments you can ...

Dental insurance typically doesn't cover cosmetic procedures, including teeth whitening. Learn what is covered and what your ...

Do you have a celebrity smile that could grace the cover of any magazine or movie screen? Well, we think you absolutely could! A white smile may seem hard to achieve, especially for coffee drinkers ...

Learn if repeated teeth whitening damages enamel causes sensitivity and how to whiten safely without harming long term oral ...

Dreaming of a whiter smile but frustrated by those persistent stains thanks to the effects of your daily coffee (or wine) fix? Less-than-white teeth can be a real confidence killer, but don't worry — ...

How do you whiten your teeth? It’s nearly impossible to keep teeth perfectly white forever. And if you enjoy certain beverages, like tea and coffee, it’s even more of a challenge. Yellow teeth can ...

If you've been staring at your teeth and thinking they could stand to be a little brighter, don't impulsively start a teeth-whitening project, dentists warn. That's because taking the time to plan ...