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Best Teeth Whitening Dentists in Lawrence, KS (2026)

44 clinics offering teeth whitening, rankedUpdated 0 paid placementsHow we rank →

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    Best overall for teeth whitening: Dr. Rebecca Ferns, ranked #1 of 44 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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44 Lawrence clinics list teeth whitening and are ranked here by service score. 3 open Saturdays and 6 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 whitening dentists in Lawrence at a glance

Top 10 whitening dentists in Lawrence at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dr. Rebecca Ferns73
2Gollier Robert A III DDS73
3Growing Smiles73
4Lawrence Pediatric Dentistry73
5Brianne Koester67
6Clay Beshore67
7Clumsky Monte J DDS67
8Dr Hall67
9Dr. Bradley Adams67
10Dr. Cheryl Biesterfeld, DDS67

The 44 best whitening dentists in Lawrence, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

  3. #3 Growing Smiles

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for teeth whitening in Lawrence on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Growing SmilesFull profile
    In their words

    At Growing Smiles, we want to help your little one develop good dental health habits early on! We serve the communities of Lawrence, Topeka and Kansas City, KS. Dr. Kelli Henderson, Dr. Elizabeth Powers and our friendly team love each little smile that comes through our door, and it’s our goal to create a fun, educational, comforting experience that has a positive impact on the way your child feels about visiting the dentist. We believe in building strong…

    From Growing Smiles's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Cascade Dental Care

    1425 Wakarusa Dr, Lawrence, KS 66049

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for teeth whitening in Lawrence: evening hours and Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cascade Dental CareFull profile(785) 841-3311

  20. #20 Iowa Street Dental Group

    2515 Iowa St, Lawrence, KS 66046

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for teeth whitening in Lawrence: Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 7 AM–4 PM · Tue 10 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Iowa Street Dental GroupFull profile(785) 588-4422
    In their words

    As a Smile Generation Trusted office, we welcome you to Iowa Street Dental Group. With state-of-the-art infection control procedures in place, our #1 goal is to keep you and your family safe. We provide comprehensive specialty services with advanced, proven technology and offer customized financial solutions for you. We are proud to be your complete Lawrence dental provider with services including Teledentistry, Same-Day Dental Crowns, Boost Whitening, Oral Surgery, Wisdom…

    From Iowa Street Dental Group's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Cascade Dental Care: Jamie Ritchie DDS

    1425 Wakarusa Dr # A, Lawrence, KS 66049, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for teeth whitening in Lawrence: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Cascade Dental Care: Jamie Ritchie DDSFull profile(785) 841-3311

  23. #23 Heartland Medical Clinic

    346 Maine St #150, Lawrence, KS 66044, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for teeth whitening in Lawrence: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–7 PM · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Heartland Medical ClinicFull profile(785) 841-7297

  25. #25 Aspen Dental

    3110 Nieder Rd, Lawrence, KS 66047, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for teeth whitening in Lawrence: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 7:30 AM–5:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(785) 592-6652
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Lawrence,KS offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care environment…

    From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

All 44 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #44, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Dr. Richard R. Valbuena, DDS43Evenings
27Kansas Center for Sedation Dentistry37
28Peterson Krische Van Horn37
29Jayhawk Dental37
30Patrick Jankowski, D.D.S.37
31Oral Surgery Kansas, LC37
32Dr. Ryan Ward, DDS - Legends Dental37
33Legends Dental37
34James Otten Dentistry37
35Lawrence Dental Center37
36Lawrence Dental Solutions37
37Wakarusa Family Dental37
38Kaw Valley Dental Clinic37
39Lawrence Dental Studio37
40Douglas County Dental Clinic Inc33
41Haskell Indian Health Center33
42Dr. Kelly A. Farmer, DDS33
43Gentle Dentistry P.A.33
44Hall Susan G DDS33

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What is teeth whitening?

Teeth whitening uses peroxide-based gels to lighten stains on natural tooth enamel. It can be done in the clinic in one visit or at home with custom trays from your dentist. It does not change the colour of crowns, fillings or veneers.

Teeth whitening: specialist or general dentist?

General and cosmetic dentists provide professional whitening. A dental exam first helps rule out cavities or gum problems that could make whitening uncomfortable.

How much does teeth whitening cost in Lawrence?

Typical ranges in USD for Lawrence, KS. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does teeth whitening cost in Lawrence?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
In-office whitening$300–$1,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kansas—
Custom take-home trays$200–$600DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kansas—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full teeth whitening cost guide for Lawrence

What to expect from teeth whitening

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Teeth whitening: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visits1 visit in-office; or 1–2 visits for custom take-home trays
Chair timeAbout 60–90 minutes in-office
RecoveryNone; temporary tooth sensitivity is common for a day or two
When to see a specialistRarely needed; ask your dentist about deep stains from medication or injury

How we ranked Lawrence whitening dentists

We scored 44 Lawrence clinics offering teeth whitening on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 4 were excluded (4 duplicate listings). Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Lawrence data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Teeth whitening in Lawrence: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth whitening dentist in Lawrence?

Dr. Rebecca Ferns ranks #1 of 44 Lawrence clinics offering teeth whitening by DentistsRanked service score. Gollier Robert A III DDS ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does teeth whitening cost in Lawrence, KS?

Teeth whitening in Lawrence typically costs $200–$600 USD. By type: in-office whitening $300–$1,000; custom take-home trays $200–$600. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Kansas. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is teeth whitening covered by insurance or Medicaid in Kansas?

Teeth whitening is cosmetic and is not covered by most dental insurance plans or Medicaid. Some clinics offer in-house membership plans with discounts.

Does teeth whitening hurt?

Teeth whitening is not usually painful, but temporary sensitivity is common during treatment and for a day or two after. Some people feel brief sharp twinges. Your dentist can lower the gel strength or recommend a desensitising toothpaste.

Which Lawrence teeth whitening dentists are open on Saturday?

3 of 44 Lawrence clinics offering teeth whitening list Saturday hours, including Cascade Dental Care, Iowa Street Dental Group and Brett S. Urban, DDS. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer teeth whitening in Lawrence?

44 Lawrence clinics list teeth whitening in our data. 3 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lawrence

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 47 clinics.
  2. : 4 duplicate listings merged.

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