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By Susan Volk, BURST Ambassador, RDH — Last updated August 19, 2026
Short answer: In-office treatment whitens fastest and deepest, Burst’s Prefilled Whitening Trays (15% hydrogen peroxide) offer the strongest at-home option, and the Non-Slip Whitening Strips (6% hydrogen peroxide) are the simpler, lower-commitment choice — they solve different problems, not the same one.
How each option compares
- In-office: Higher-concentration, professionally supervised treatment — fastest, deepest results.
- Prefilled Whitening Trays: 15% hydrogen peroxide, ready-to-use flexible tray design, 360° coverage, 3-pack (6 trays).
- Non-Slip Whitening Strips: 6% hydrogen peroxide, visible results after 1 use per Burst’s data, 20-strip pack covering a 7-day course plus 3 touch-ups. In an independent study Burst cites, 100% of participants reported no tooth sensitivity.
Realistic results and cost
Trays are the stronger at-home option and cost more per treatment cycle; strips are lower-cost and simpler for maintenance; in-office is the fastest but highest per-treatment cost.
Who’s a good candidate for which
Deep, set-in staining typically benefits most from in-office treatment first. Mild-to-moderate surface staining often responds well to trays or strips alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Burst whitening strips really work?
Burst states visible results after a single 15-minute use; a full pack covers a 7-day course.
Are the whitening trays or strips stronger?
The trays use a higher peroxide concentration (15% vs. 6%) and offer fuller coverage.
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