Why Local Teeth Whitening Studios Give Better Results Than At-Home Kits
If you’ve ever tried a whitening strip or an at-home teeth whitening kit and felt disappointed by the results — you’re not alone. Many people start with over-the-counter options only to find that the brightness fades quickly, or that their teeth feel more sensitive afterward.
That’s why more and more people are turning to local professional teeth whitening studios like Crystal Whitening in Excelsior, Minnesota — because the difference in technology, strength, and results is dramatic.
Here’s why professional whitening treatments consistently outperform drugstore and at-home kits every time.
Stronger, Professional-Grade Whitening Formulas:
At-home kits and whitening strips sold in stores contain very low concentrations of whitening ingredients — usually around 3–6% hydrogen peroxide. These mild formulas are designed for safety at home but rarely deliver significant whitening results.
At Crystal Whitening, our professional products are high-performance, enamel-safe whitening gels that deliver up to 14 shades brighter in a single appointment. Because they’re used under professional supervision and with the correct protective equipment, you get faster, safer, and longer-lasting results.
Advanced LED Whitening Technology:
Most at-home kits rely on weak LED lights that don’t actually penetrate the enamel effectively. They often use single-color blue lights that simply look impressive but provide minimal results.
At Crystal Whitening, our professional LED whitening lamps use three advanced color settings — blue, red, and purple light — to achieve maximum whitening power and comfort:
Blue light activates the gel for powerful stain whitening
Red light provides red-light therapy benefits, soothing gums and reducing sensitivity.
Purple light enhances brightness and helps maintain long-term results.
This multi-light technology ensures a deeper, more even whitening that drugstore products simply can’t match.
Customized Treatments and Safe Application:
At-home kits are “one-size-fits-all,” which means the trays and strips often don’t fit properly, leading to uneven whitening, gum irritation, or spotty results.
In our Excelsior whitening studio, every appointment is fully customized. We use silicone mouth retractors that protect your lips and gums, and we monitor each step of the whitening process to ensure even coverage and comfort.
Your treatment also includes a Vitamin Booster session, which nourishes the enamel and gives your teeth a glossy, healthy finish — something at-home kits don’t offer.
Instant and Long-Lasting Results:
With drugstore whitening kits, it can take weeks of daily use to see minor results, and those results often fade within a few days.
Professional whitening at Crystal Whitening delivers instant brightness in just one 90-minute appointment and results typically last 3–6 months depending on your lifestyle. That means less effort, better results, and no mess or frustration with sticky strips or uneven trays.
The Luxury Experience You Deserve:
When you book at Crystal Whitening, you’re not just getting a brighter smile, you’re experiencing a luxury self-care moment. Our clean, modern studio in Excelsior, MN, near Lake Minnetonka, is designed to help you relax while you achieve your dream smile.
Our clients come from across the Twin Cities metro because they know the difference between a quick fix and a professional result.
Get Professional Whitening Results You Can See!
Don’t waste time or money on at-home kits that barely make a difference. Experience the confidence of professional whitening with advanced LED technology and products designed for real, lasting results.
Book your appointment today at www.crystalwhitening.com
and see why Crystal Whitening is the Twin Cities’ top-rated luxury teeth whitening studio.