Light-activated teeth whitening can be easier for patients and less cumbersome and time consuming, it has been noted.

The use of light-activated teeth whitening systems is less cumbersome for the patient and could provide faster results, it has been argued.

Big News reported the introduction of LED light-activated treatments has made it easier for dentists to do away with peroxide trays to whiten teeth.

Instead, they can apply a gel to the teeth and activate it to gain greater control over the whitening process and ultimately provide the patient with better results.

The publication claimed: “Historically, the use of trays for whitening trays appeared on the scene in early 1900 … Initially, it was used only for stained and discoloured teeth by the dentists’ in-office.”

Elsewhere, Teeth Laser Whitening Group recently launched a number of new products and claimed its treatments can be effective at removing stains with a number of causes, ranging from smoking and coffee through to simple wear and tear with age.

Furthermore, the firm claimed its treatments can help lighten the colour of teeth by up to eight shades in a single sitting.

Advice has been isusued on how to whiten teeth naturally.

Brits looking to brighten their smile using natural methods might like to heed the advice of MSN Health.

The online publication noted there are a number of foods that are bad for the teeth and will in fact darken tooth enamel over time, as they attack the enamel causing it to erode, with orange juice being one of the worst offenders.

Furthermore, the website noted yoghurt eaters are less likely to suffer from gum disease, as the food contains healthy bacteria that help to displace harmful organisms within the mouth.

In addition, Brits are advised to drink through a straw, as this can help reduce the amount of time teeth are exposed to acids.

Elsewhere, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recently advised anyone considering a teeth whitening treatment to weigh up all their options before going ahead with the procedure.

It warned there are a number of possible side effects, including increased tooth sensitivity, tissue irritation or possible root damage.

LA dentists use teeth whitening and veneers to match a patients teeth after teatment.

Dentists in Los Angeles are making an extra effort to match the colour of teeth they work on for patients in a bid to make it appear they have not had any work done.

Mr Shahab Akhavan of ladentist.com claimed Zoom teeth whitening has become a popular treatment, as it allows patients to get a brighter smile without irritation to the gums.

He noted: “Therefore, you are now able to have brighter and whiter teeth without the uncomfortable feeling of having sore gums.”

Mr Akhavan added dental veneers are also often used, as they can cover any defects in teeth and be colour-matched more easily.

Elsewhere, a recent survey of 2,227 adults by Harris Interactive on behalf of RealSelf.com showed 54 per cent of US adults hope to have teeth whitening treatments next year.

It revealed the majority of Americans are in favour of achieving the Hollywood smile and teeth whitening could be the best way to do this.

People should have teeth whitening procedures carried out by a dental health professional, it has been argued.

Cosmetic Dentistry Guide reported teeth whitening kiosks are available across America for individuals looking to get a brighter smile on the go.

However, Dr Steven Spitz, who works as an implant specialist at SmileBoston Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry, noted many of the individuals who work in these establishments are using treatments they have not be trained to do and are using chemicals which could be potentially hazardous.

Therefore, he advised anyone wishing to have their teeth whitened to visit a qualified dentist, who will give them a higher level of care.

Meanwhile, a "free" online teeth whitening offer has been revealed to be a scam.

An offer by Extreme White which promises to send free treatments to individuals via the internet actually charged £59.99 for postage. Therefore, the Advertising Standards Authority ruled the promotion was misleading.

Having a bright and dazzling smile can be the ultimate accessory for women, it has been claimed, and teeth whitening procedures could be the best way to achieve this.

Dana Wilton wrote in an article for 3 News that teeth should be the same colour as a person’s eyes in order to achieve the best results, as overly-white teeth can look bad and in many ways are worse than having stained or yellow teeth.

"Fair skinned women especially benefit from teeth whitening as it provides contrast with their skin tone," Ms Wilton noted.

She added that having a bright smile can help to draw the eye away from any minor imperfections in a person’s skin, as a bright smile helps a person appear confident and youthful.

Elsewhere, the American Dentists Association recently revealed that undergoing teeth whitening treatments could help to boost a person’s self confidence.

The organisation noted that people could be happier if they do not have to worry about yellow or stained teeth.

Brits could boost their beauty by making their smile more sparkling with Zoom teeth whitening, it has been claimed.

US local newspaper the New Haven Register reported that Liz Cook, 33, a medical sales representative from Oxford, believes the key to attractiveness is in the smile.

She noted that if the teeth are bad then "who cares" about the rest of the body.

"All my friends and I are always trying to figure out ways to look better … and this is a painless, relatively inexpensive thing you can do to look good and to feel good. Everybody’s doing it," Ms Cook told the paper.

Elsewhere, Lygia Jolley, a registered dental hygienist who teaches at San Joaquin Valley College, recently said that one of the most popular beauty treatments at present is teeth whitening.

She claimed there are a number of methods for teeth whitening including take-home kits, but it is advised to see a professional in order to achieve the best results.

Dentists across the globe are recommending teeth whitening bleach as a way to achieve shiny white teeth.

These procedures are not just for personal confidence either, with some medical professionals suggesting that they may help to boost your career prospects, with employers likely to look for clean-cut people to fill any vacancies.

A few years of drinking tea, coffee, cola and red wine – plus smoking – can cause teeth to become stained, but luckily teeth whitening treatments can completely remove all traces of your beverage intake.

It is widely accepted that white teeth are a sign of accountability due to the difficulty of ensuring their whiteness over a long period of time.

Sometimes brushing your teeth just isn’t enough to combat years of tea drinking, particularly if the person involved is a smoker, with cigarettes known for causing teeth to yellow.

Gary Linekar’s model wife Danielle Bux recently forked out £2,000 on cosmetic dentistry, the News of the World reported earlier this month.