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Best Teeth Whitening Dentists in San Rafael, CA (2026)

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

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  1. 1

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

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44 San Rafael clinics list teeth whitening and are ranked here by service score. 7 open Saturdays and 9 open after 6pm. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 whitening dentists in San Rafael at a glance

Top 10 whitening dentists in San Rafael at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dental Medicine Providers73
2Dr. Kimberly S. Haas, DDS, PC73
3EZ Smile Family Dental Group- San Rafael73
4Kirby M. Yee DDS73
5Marin Pediatric Dentistry73
6Pacific Dental Group73
7Sunnyside Pediatric Dentistry73
8Suzie Yang, DDS73
9Aaronson Michael P DDS67
10Boero-Pieri Dental - Dr. Rita Lanphier67

The 44 best whitening dentists in San Rafael, 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.

  1. Ranked #1 for whitening in San Rafael

    #1 Dental Medicine Providers

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for teeth whitening in San Rafael 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 Dental Medicine ProvidersFull profile
    In their words

    Dental Medicine Providers San Rafael is on the corner of Las Gallinas Ave and Northgate Drive in Suite 110. Remember if you hate your CPAP machine, you’re not alone. Over 70% of our patients are former CPAP users. Our treatment is recommended by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. We are the leading provider of Oral Appliance Therapy in Northern California. We provide treatment of TMJ, snoring and sleep apnea. Oral Appliances (not CPAP) are recommended as first-line…

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

  3. #3 EZ Smile Family Dental Group- San Rafael

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for teeth whitening in San Rafael 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 EZ Smile Family Dental Group- San RafaelFull profile
    In their words

    EZ Smile Family Dental Group is a group practice with offices located in beautiful Benne valley , the heart of Santa Rosa, Montecito Plaza in San Rafael, a very convent location and in down town Napa Valley and South of San Francisco We provide all aspects of dental treatment for adults and children. EZ Smile Family Dental Group accepts most PPO and HMO insurance plans and we also offer our own in-house discount coverage plan for patients without insurance coverage or…

    From EZ Smile Family Dental Group- San Rafael's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  5. #5 Marin Pediatric Dentistry

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for teeth whitening in San Rafael 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 Marin Pediatric DentistryFull profile
    In their words

    Welcome to the pediatric dental office of Drs. Aghi and Rayman. A pediatric dental practice built on experience - constantly progressing through innovation and enthusiasm. Your child's smile can last a lifetime, and it is our goal to provide thorough and gentle dental care that can make this a reality. Serving infants, children, and teens in San Rafael, CA and the surrounding cities of Marin, Petaluma, and San Francisco.

    From Marin Pediatric Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  7. #7 Sunnyside Pediatric Dentistry

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for teeth whitening in San Rafael 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 Sunnyside Pediatric DentistryFull profile
    In their words

    Sunnyside Pediatric Dentistry is a boutique dental office for infants, kids, and teens in San Rafael, CA. We believe that a trip to the dentist should be fun and good for your health. Our goal is to prepare all our patients for a lifetime of strong, healthy and happy smiles. We offer highly customized, and adaptive services using top of the line technologies and materials combined with a compassionate patient centered care approach.

    From Sunnyside Pediatric Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  8. #8 Suzie Yang, DDS

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for teeth whitening in San Rafael 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 Suzie Yang, DDSFull profile
    In their words

    Welcome to Suzie Yang, DDS! We can provide you with informative options of dental care so that you may make informed decisions on your oral health needs. Our caring dentist provides dental care in San Rafael, California, and to those in surrounding areas like Terra Linda, San Anselmo, Kentfield, Larkspur, Ross, Greenbrae, and Fairfax, California.

    From Suzie Yang, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  19. #19 Marin Dental Care

    4050 Redwood Hwy #A, San Rafael, CA 94903

    57/10030% of factors measured

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

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

    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–5 PM · Tue 7 AM–7 PM · Wed–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–3:30 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Marin Dental CareFull profile(415) 499-7700
    In their words

    The San Rafael Dental Practice of Steven Chase, DDS & Jacqueline Kotula, DDS. At Marin Dental Care we pride ourselves in offering our patients the most comprehensive and sophisticated options for dental care in a comfortable and friendly environment. Our caring and talented dental family’s first priority is the wellbeing of our patients. We strive to help our patients achieve optimum dental health by providing personalized and compassionate dental care.

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

  20. #20 Dr. Ana Rajkovic, DDS

    4050 Redwood Hwy Suite A, San Rafael, CA 94901, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for teeth whitening in San Rafael: 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–5 PM · Wed–Thu 11 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Ana Rajkovic, DDSFull profile(415) 453-1927

  21. #21 Dr. Darya G. Ghafourpour, DDS Inc

    4340 Redwood Hwy Ste B-52, San Rafael, CA 94903

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for teeth whitening in San Rafael: evening hours and Saturday hours.

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

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 10:30 AM–6:30 PM · Wed–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Darya G. Ghafourpour, DDS IncFull profile(415) 526-2020

  23. #23 Dr. Steven S. Chase, DDS

    4050 Redwood Hwy, San Rafael, CA 94903

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for teeth whitening in San Rafael: 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–5 PM · Wed 11 AM–7:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dr. Steven S. Chase, DDSFull profile(415) 499-7700

  24. #24 Marin Dental Care: Celis Jose A DDS

    4050 Redwood Hwy # A, San Rafael, CA 94903

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for teeth whitening in San Rafael: 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–5 PM · Wed–Thu 11 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Marin Dental Care: Celis Jose A DDSFull profile(415) 499-7700

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
26Thomas D. Varin, DDS47Evenings
27Kimball C. Kaufman DDS47Evenings
28Caring Dentistry Of San Rafael43Evenings
29Aparna Aghi, DMD37
30Eric B. Wong, DDS37
31Marin Contemporary Perio and Dental Implant Concepts : Michael Seda, DMD, MS37
32Alex Frade, DDS - Marin Center for Aesthetic Dentistry37
33iO Dental37
34Dr. Aparna Subramanian37
35Richard F Creaghe D.D.S.37
36Northgate Dental37
37Dipa Cappelen DMD37
38Jerry S. Mah D.D.S37
39Lanphier Family Dental33
40Antoine Saleh Inc33
41Eriksson Eva C DDS33
42Holistic’s Dental33
43RONI DAWN DOUGLAS, DDS33
44North Marin Dental, Arlyn Heidi Donesa, 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 San Rafael?

Typical ranges in USD for San Rafael, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does teeth whitening cost in San Rafael?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
In-office whitening$420–$1,400DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Custom take-home trays$280–$840DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—

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

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 San Rafael whitening dentists

We scored 44 San Rafael clinics offering teeth whitening on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 1 was excluded (1 duplicate listing). 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 San Rafael 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 San Rafael: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth whitening dentist in San Rafael?

Dental Medicine Providers ranks #1 of 44 San Rafael clinics offering teeth whitening by DentistsRanked service score. Dr. Kimberly S. Haas, DDS, PC ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does teeth whitening cost in San Rafael, CA?

Teeth whitening in San Rafael typically costs $280–$840 USD. By type: in-office whitening $420–$1,400; custom take-home trays $280–$840. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is teeth whitening covered by insurance or Medicaid in California?

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 San Rafael teeth whitening dentists are open on Saturday?

7 of 44 San Rafael clinics offering teeth whitening list Saturday hours, including Marin Dental Care, Dr. Ana Rajkovic, DDS and Dr. Darya G. Ghafourpour, DDS Inc. 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 San Rafael?

44 San Rafael clinics list teeth whitening in our data. 7 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for San Rafael

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 66 clinics.
  2. : 1 duplicate listing merged.

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