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Best Teeth Whitening Dentists in Washington, DC (2026)

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

The short answer

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    Best overall for teeth whitening: Brandywine Dental Care, ranked #1 of 89 by service score; 4.7★ from 322 Google reviews, evening hours and Saturday hours.

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89 Washington clinics list teeth whitening and are ranked here by service score. 16 open Saturdays and 12 open after 6pm. Google ratings are on file for 44 of them.

Top 10 whitening dentists in Washington at a glance

Top 10 whitening dentists in Washington at a glance
RankClinicService scoreRating (reviews)
1Brandywine Dental Care794.7★ (322)
2Premier Dental Care784.9★ (323)
3Dental Town DC774.7★ (517)
4Tend Dental 14th & U764.2★ (468)
5Washington Center for Dentistry754.9★ (412)
6Dental Dreams - Alabama754.3★ (1,031)
7Southeast Dental Building744.5★ (6)
8Dlight Dental744.8★ (347)
9202 Dental Care73—
10Expert Smiles73—

The 89 best whitening dentists in Washington, 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 Washington

    #1 Brandywine Dental Care

    4545 Connecticut Ave NW # 419, Washington, DC 20008

    79/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for teeth whitening in Washington: 4.7★ from 322 Google reviews; evening hours and Saturday hours.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.7from 322 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  2. #2 Premier Dental Care

    405 Butternut St NW, Washington, DC 20012

    78/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for teeth whitening in Washington: 4.9★ from 323 Google reviews; evening hours.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.9from 323 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue 12 PM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Premier Dental Care we are proud to serve families in Washington, D.C. with quality dental care in a comfortable and relaxed setting. Dr. Daniel Hines and his staff offer a wide variety of dental treatments that include dental cleanings and exams, crowns and dental bridges, dental implants, dentures and partial dentures, and root canal therapy. We also offer smile enhancing cosmetic dental treatments such as dental veneers and teeth whitening.

    From Premier Dental Care's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  3. #3 Dental Town DC

    1090 Vermont Ave NW Ste. 106, Washington, DC 20005

    77/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for teeth whitening in Washington: 4.7★ from 517 Google reviews; Saturday hours.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.7from 517 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dental Town DC is a full-service dental practice with a state-of-the-art clinic conveniently located in Washington, DC. The practice is LGBTQ-friendly, and Samira Shenasi, DDS, and the rest of the team strive to provide beautiful and healthy smiles to patients of all ages and backgrounds. Every member of the team at Dental Town DC delivers superior care to their patients. They offer exceptional treatments from a wide range of dental specialties, including family dentistry,…

    From Dental Town DC's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  4. #4 Tend Dental 14th & U

    1439 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009

    76/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for teeth whitening in Washington: 4.2★ from 468 Google reviews; evening hours and Saturday hours.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.2from 468 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We want you to look forward to the dentist With your teeth and tongue, you eat and talk. With your lips and gums, you kiss and smile. People really care about their mouths. But they don’t like going to the dentist. And for good reason. Lack of trust. Feeling judged. Discomfort. Dentists recognize these frustrations. They know dental isn’t working the way it should. And they, too, want to make it better. That’s why our team decided to remake the entire experience. We combine…

    From Tend Dental 14th & U's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  5. #5 Washington Center for Dentistry

    1430 K St NW #800, Washington, DC 20005, United States

    75/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #5 for teeth whitening in Washington: 4.9★ from 412 Google reviews.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.9from 412 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Daniel J. Deutsch, Dr. Marc D. Doctors, Dr. Michael G. Katsaros, and periodontist, Dr. Madjid Matin, belong to a corps of elite dentists who are committed to dentistry at the "master level. " Frequent contributors on TV, and in magazines and newspapers, they receive national recognition for creating stunning, beautiful, natural-looking smiles. To read our Dentists' bios, please copy and past the following into your browser; www. washdent. com/dentist.

    From Washington Center for Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  6. #6 Dental Dreams - Alabama

    1553 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20032

    75/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #6 for teeth whitening in Washington: 4.3★ from 1,031 Google reviews; Saturday hours.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.3from 1,031 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  7. #7 Southeast Dental Building

    South East Dental Building, 4300 Wheeler Rd SE, Washington, DC 20032, United States

    74/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #7 for teeth whitening in Washington: 4.5★ from 6 Google reviews; evening hours and Saturday and Sunday hours.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.5from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  8. #8 Dlight Dental

    1212 New York Ave NW Suite 425, Washington, DC 20005, United States

    74/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #8 for teeth whitening in Washington: 4.8★ from 347 Google reviews.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.8from 347 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    We practice a full scope of general and preventive services to porcelain veneers, dental implants, crowns and bridges. Our Dentists can now correct a wide variety of so-called permanent cosmetic dental problems, and can literally redesign your smile. When it comes to picking a dentist, we know that you have options. Personalized, gentle, comprehensive patient care is our number one priority. Here are just a few things that make our practice unique: From the front office to…

    From Dlight Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  9. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #12 for teeth whitening in Washington 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

    In their words

    As trained medical professionals, our dedication to maintaining a safe environment through rigorous infection control procedures is at our core. We know that moving forward our commitment to your safety will be even more important. While continuing to meet traditional CDC and OSHA requirements, we are adopting some new, additional protocols. For example, we might wear additional PPE, request you wear a mask to your appointment, or take your temperature upon arrival.

    From Greenway Center Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  10. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #15 for teeth whitening in Washington 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

    In their words

    We are a Full service , high quality dental care providers with over 50 years of experience . With state of the Art dental equipment. We treat each patient as our family members and go above and beyond providing them with the hight quality of dental care that is right for that patient. We care that is why we are here :) We work with every one of our patients to give them their healthiest and most beautiful smile .

    From Smile Arts General And Cosmetic Dentistry's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  11. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for teeth whitening in Washington 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

    In their words

    We want you to look forward to the dentist With your teeth and tongue, you eat and talk. With your lips and gums, you kiss and smile. People really care about their mouths. But they don’t like going to the dentist. And for good reason. Lack of trust. Feeling judged. Discomfort. Dentists recognize these frustrations. They know dental isn’t working the way it should. And they, too, want to make it better. That’s why our team decided to remake the entire experience. We combine…

    From Tend Metro Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  12. 73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for teeth whitening in Washington 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

    In their words

    Our goal is the help you maintain your dental health. Our practice is dedicated to preventive care for the whole family. The practice was founded in 1995 in Gaithersburg, Maryland-known as the Montgomery Village Dental Center, and has since expanded to Wheaton, Maryland in 1998-known as the Wheaton Dental Center. Throughout the years, we have built long-lasting trust and relationships with our patients. We put our patients first. We make sure they are provided with best…

    From Wheaton Dental Center's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  13. #21 Beautiful Smiles DC

    2021 K St NW #103, Washington, DC 20006

    73/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for teeth whitening in Washington: 4.2★ from 653 Google reviews; Saturday hours.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.2from 653 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Beautiful Smiles DC is one of the best dentists in DC. Located downtown in Washington, DC, our dentist office offers general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, oral surgery, root canals, periodontal treatments, orthodontics, and emergency dentistry. Our staff of general dentists, licensed dental hygienists, periodontists, endodontists, oral surgeons, orthodontists, and emergency dentists, are dedicated to providing comprehensive dental care that is as pain-free and stress-free…

    From Beautiful Smiles DC's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  14. 55 M St SE Suite 103, Washington, DC 20003, United States

    72/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for teeth whitening in Washington: 4.8★ from 214 Google reviews.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.8from 214 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  15. #24 North West Dental Care

    3114 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20010

    72/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for teeth whitening in Washington: 4.7★ from 303 Google reviews.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.7from 303 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 11 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 9:30 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

  16. #25 South East Dental Care

    4648 Livingston Rd SE, Washington, DC 20032, United States

    72/10090% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for teeth whitening in Washington: 4.7★ from 217 Google reviews.

    Based on reputation, review volume, access, services and profile completeness.

    • 4.7from 217 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

All 89 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #89, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreRating (reviews)Evenings / weekends
26DC Dental Spa714.6★ (278)
2718th Street Dental, Dr. Faisal Mir714.8★ (127)
28Dental Dreams714.2★ (1,455)
29Dr. Daniel P. Jones, D.D.S.704.9★ (72)
30St Judes Dental Clinic704.5★ (34)Sat
31Cedar Hill Dental704.7★ (87)
32DC Dental Studio685.0★ (68)Sat
33Water Brook Dental684.1★ (24)Sat
34Adams Morgan Family Dentistry684.6★ (44)
35City Dental DC674.3★ (114)
36Kalorama Dental Arts- Dr. Habib S. Mitri, DDS675.0★ (161)Evenings
37Apolline Dental Associates67
38Community Of Hope Dental Labs67
39Davidson Dental Associates67
40Dental67
41Dental Clinic: Beamer Bonnie M DDS67
42Dentists67
43Dr. Lynn D. Locklear, DDS67
44Eye Street Dental Center67
45Harmony Dental67
46Jeffries Dental Office67
47K Street Dental & Orthodontic Group67
48Medical & Dental Center67
49Urgent Dental67
50Capitol Hill Dental Group674.5★ (31)
51MT Dental Partners655.0★ (253)
52Hillcrest Dental Office652.9★ (18)Evenings
53Waterfront Oral Surgery654.1★ (18)
54Matias Dental Group654.9★ (197)Sat
55Capitol Dental Associates643.9★ (51)
56Pine Dentistry & Braces623.5★ (178)
57Rhodes Juanita E DDS.624.4★ (17)
58CK Dental & Associates615.0★ (340)
59Connecticut Avenue Dental613.1★ (31)
60Aesthetic & Family Dentistry of Washington614.7★ (200)
61Pahlavani Dental604.8★ (324)
62Washington Dental Studio603.1★ (53)
63Dental Aesthetic Arts595.0★ (8)
64Mary's Center582.5★ (120)Sat
65Revive Dentistry574.6★ (228)
66Capital Dental Center - Kiarash Saba DMD575.0★ (110)
67Presidential Dental Group57Evenings · Sat
68Elaine Ellis Center Of Health57Evenings · Sat
69Washington Elite Dentistry564.5★ (207)
70Shawna Hawk, DDS545.0★ (44)
71Community of Hope53Evenings · Sat
72Sharmin Dental Clinic PC53Sat · Sun
73South Capitol Smile Center PLLC524.4★ (40)
74Mint Dental DC47Evenings
75Water Brook Dental47Evenings
76Larry McNair, DDS47Evenings
77Metropolitan Dental Associates43Sat
78District Dental Center37
79Georgetown Dental37
80The Washington Dental Health Care Center37
81Terrell A Waters Community Dental Center37
82ELITE DENTAL37
83District Dental Solutions of Washington DC37
84Howard University Hospital37
85Dupont Dental37
86Madison Avenue Dental Associates33
87Oral Surgery33
88Smile Center Dental33
89Comprehensive Dental Care: Hochman Hillary DMD33

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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 Washington?

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

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

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

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 Washington whitening dentists

We scored 89 Washington clinics offering teeth whitening on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 20 were excluded (20 duplicate listings). 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 Washington data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
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 Washington: frequently asked questions

Who is the best teeth whitening dentist in Washington?

Brandywine Dental Care ranks #1 of 89 Washington clinics offering teeth whitening by DentistsRanked service score. It has 4.7★ from 322 Google reviews and evening hours and Saturday hours. Premier Dental Care ranks #2 (4.9★ from 323 Google reviews). The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data.

How much does teeth whitening cost in Washington, DC?

Teeth whitening in Washington 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 District of Columbia. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Is teeth whitening covered by insurance or Medicaid in District of Columbia?

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 Washington teeth whitening dentists are open on Saturday?

16 of 89 Washington clinics offering teeth whitening list Saturday hours, including Brandywine Dental Care, Dental Town DC and Tend Dental 14th & U. 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 Washington?

89 Washington clinics list teeth whitening in our data. 16 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 44 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Washington

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 300 clinics.
  2. : 20 duplicate listings merged.