Teeth whitening is a simple cosmetic dental procedure that can enhance your smile. At Sterling Virginia Smiles we use KöR Whitening, a professional teeth whitening system to brighten discolored or stained teeth to create a brighter and more uniform color across your teeth.

Before undergoing teeth whitening treatment, Drs. Hubbard or Keynton Sill will examine your teeth and ensure they are in good health. They will assess which shade of white you desire and design a whitening protocol to reach these goals. Our Sterling dentists will offer you realistic expectations.If you have any prosthetic teeth, please note that these are not affected by teeth whitening.

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Our at-home teeth whitening system involves fabrication of a custom tray, in which KöR Whitening System is placed for a prescribed duration and frequency, intended to achieve the desired results.

After completing the recommended treatment, your dentist will assess your results and provide you with more whitening gel if desired. KöR Whitening is a minimally invasive, safe and effective way to brighten your smile and give you a boost of confidence.

Why does KöR Whitening work so well?

The KöR Whitening System works by restoring your teeth’s youthful ability to absorb oxygen. The oxygen from the whitening gel is absorbed deeply into the tooth, dissolving and removing stain molecules.

How long does KöR Whitening last?

Unlike other whitening methods, with easy periodic home maintenance, KöR Whitening deliver lasting results.

Is it safe?

Whitening products have been clinically studied for more than three decades and safely used on millions of patients without harm to teeth or gums. KöR Whitening is considered entirely safe.

Is there pain or discomfort with KöR Whitening?

Many have experienced pain during teeth whitening. Maybe you’ve experienced it yourself. After years of research, development and clinical testing, Dr. Rod Kurthy, the inventor of KöR Whitening, introduced a whitening gel that, in most cases, produces little to no sensitivity. As a result, most patients have no discomfort from whitening when using this system. We have found KöR Whitening to be the gentlest whitening system available.

Does it matter how old I am?

Teeth are safely whitened at any age, however, the ideal age to begin whitening teeth is about 14 because the permanent teeth are usually all fully erupted in the mouth by that age. The younger teeth are, the more brilliantly they whiten. However, KöR Whitening rejuvenates even older teeth back to their youthful ability to whiten incredibly well, even if you’re 90 years old.

How white will my teeth get?

KöR Whitening lightens teeth dramatically, up to 16 shades or more. Although everyone is different, with the proper KöR Whitening System, nearly all teeth will have stunning results. KöR even whitens tetracycline-stained teeth significantly, which was previously thought to be impossible!

Will my teeth look too white and unnatural?

No. Real teeth can’t look unnatural, they just look beautifully white. If you have seen people with ultra-white, fake-looking teeth, these were probably false teeth, teeth with porcelain crowns, or porcelain veneers that may have been made too white and too opaque. With KöR Whitening you’ll get the ideal shade that’s right for you.

Will my crowns, veneers or fillings whiten too?

No. If you have any of these on your front teeth, you may need to replace some of them after whitening.

How will coffee, tea, smoking and red wine affect my teeth after whitening?

With your easy home maintenance, these staining foods will have no effect on the long-term brilliant color of your teeth.