Teeth Whitening Olympia

At our cosmetic dental practice in Olympia, WA, we believe whitening your smile should feel simple, comfortable, and rewarding—not clinical. That’s why we offer KöR™ Whitening, a system designed to deliver brighter results without the sensitivity that often comes with drugstore kits.

KöR™ custom trays fit your teeth perfectly, sealing out saliva so the whitening gel can stay active for hours instead of minutes. This allows the gel to gently rejuvenate your enamel and restore your smile to a youthful brightness.

Many patients notice a stunning improvement in just weeks, with results that look natural and long-lasting. And because KöR™ is specially designed to reduce sensitivity, you can enjoy the whitening process with ease.

When you’re ready to improve your smile aesthetics, our friendly dental team will guide you through the process and help you enjoy the confidence of a brighter, whiter smile.

You should experience no sensitivity or discomfort when whitening your teeth with KöR™, according to our instructions. Please don’t hesitate to contact the office should you have any questions about how to use your take-home whitening trays.

In addition to having a bright white smile, you’ll experience other benefits with professional teeth whitening:

• Dr. Bath has found that KöR™ is very predictable; many other whitening systems don’t deliver a predictable result. While we can’t possibly know exactly what shade your teeth will achieve, we do know that the change will be pretty impressive.
• Your new smile will likely incentivize you to practice excellent oral hygiene at home. After all, now that you have a Hollywood-worthy smile, you have to work to keep it looking that good.
• A more beautiful smile boosts people’s self-confidence and self-esteem.
• The results last a long time—several years—if you avoid staining drinks and foods.

Teeth whitening is often an excellent first step in a smile makeover, but additional cosmetic dental procedures may be recommended in the following situations:

1. Uneven Color or Non-Responsive Teeth

If you have restorations (crowns, veneers, or fillings) that don’t respond to whitening, these may need to be replaced afterward to match your newly whitened teeth.

Intrinsic stains from fluorosis, trauma, or medications (like tetracycline) may not respond well to whitening alone. In those cases, veneers or bonding may be suggested.

2. Tooth Shape or Alignment Issues

Whitening won’t correct crooked, chipped, or unevenly shaped teeth. If these concerns affect your smile, procedures like dental bonding, veneers, or clear aligners may follow whitening for a more balanced look.

3. Gaps or Worn Teeth

Whitening doesn’t fix gaps, wear, or small teeth. You may benefit from veneers, bonding, or crowns to rebuild tooth structure and close small spaces.

4. Comprehensive Smile Makeover Goals

If your goal is a dramatic smile transformation, whitening might be the first of several planned treatments. For example, a patient may begin with whitening and then undergo gum contouring, orthodontics, or veneers to enhance overall aesthetics.

5. To Match Whitened Teeth in a Restorative Plan

If you are receiving implants, bridges, or dentures, it’s ideal to whiten your natural teeth first so the final restorations can be color-matched to the brighter shade.

If you’re considering teeth whitening and wondering whether additional cosmetic procedures are right for you, a consultation with a cosmetic dentist can help determine the best sequence and combination for your goals.