Lift years of coffee, tea and everyday stains with professional whitening that’s planned around your teeth and supervised by your dentist.
Reviewed by Dr. Jon Barnes, DDS · Updated October 2026
Whitening from a team Mustang trusts — 700+ Google reviews.
In-office whitening can typically be finished in under an hour, or whiten gradually with custom trays.
Teeth darken for two main reasons. Surface stains build up from coffee, tea, red wine, soda and tobacco. Deeper discoloration happens as enamel thins with age and the darker layer underneath shows through. Brushing and cleanings remove some surface stain, but they can’t change the color inside the tooth.
Professional whitening uses a hydrogen peroxide gel that’s stronger and better controlled than store-bought kits, applied in a way that protects your gums. Once activated, it reaches stains inside the tooth, not just on the surface. We use Opalescence and KöR whitening products. Before whitening, Dr. Barnes checks for cavities, gum problems or worn enamel that could cause sensitivity, and tells you honestly how much change to expect.
Whitening won’t change the color of crowns, veneers or fillings, and some deep stains (for example from certain medications or injury) respond less. For those, veneers may be an option.
We make sure your teeth and gums are healthy and record your starting shade.
In-office whitening, which can typically be finished in under an hour, or custom take-home trays made from a digital scan of your teeth for gradual whitening at home. Some patients use both.
Your gums are protected and the whitening gel is applied to your teeth.
We compare your new shade and talk about keeping it.
Due for a cleaning? New patients can start with the $99 New Patient Special: $99 covers exam, X-rays, and prophy (regular cleaning) when there is no periodontal disease. If periodontal disease is present, it’s $69 for the exam and X-rays, and the patient pays separately for the necessary cleaning.
with professional-strength gel
with take-home trays custom-made from a digital scan
and dentist supervision
with a plan to manage it
Whitening only changes natural teeth. If you also want to change shape, chips or gaps, compare veneers or see all our cosmetic dentistry options.
Whitening is cosmetic, so insurance usually doesn’t cover it. Your fee depends on whether you choose in-office, take-home or both, and we’ll tell you before you start. We accept cash, credit cards, CareCredit, Cherry payment plans and some in-house finance options.
Treatment at Buffalo Creek Dental is provided by Jon Barnes, DDS, general dentist. Individual results vary; Dr. Barnes will recommend treatment only after an exam.
Buffalo Creek Dental is at 201 S. Sara Rd., #140 in Mustang, next to the SSM Health complex. We see whitening patients from Mustang, Yukon, Tuttle and southwest Oklahoma City. Planning veneers or crowns too? Whitening first sets the shade that new restorations are matched to.
New to our office? Start with the $99 New Patient Special: $99 covers exam, X-rays, and prophy (regular cleaning) when there is no periodontal disease. If periodontal disease is present, it’s $69 for the exam and X-rays, and the patient pays separately for the necessary cleaning. See Specials for current offers, or read what to expect as a new patient.
When used as directed under a dentist’s supervision, professional whitening is considered safe for enamel. We’ll check your teeth first.
Some people have temporary sensitivity during or after whitening. It usually fades within a few days, and we can adjust the plan or recommend a desensitizing toothpaste.
It varies with your habits. Coffee, tea, red wine and tobacco bring stains back faster. Occasional touch-ups with take-home trays help.
No. Whitening works only on natural tooth structure. If you have visible crowns or fillings, we’ll talk about matching them after whitening.
We generally recommend waiting until after pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Your fee depends on whether you choose in-office, take-home or both, and we’ll tell you before you start. Whitening is cosmetic, so insurance usually doesn’t cover it. We accept cash, credit cards, CareCredit, Cherry payment plans and some in-house finance options. See Specials for current offers.
In-office whitening can typically be finished in under an hour.
Professional gel is stronger and better controlled, your gums are protected, and custom trays fit your teeth, so results are usually more noticeable and more even. We also check your teeth first.
It varies. Yellow, surface stains usually respond well. Gray or deep stains from certain medications or injury respond less. Dr. Barnes will tell you honestly how much change to expect.
Yes, if you want whiter teeth. Crowns and veneers are matched to the teeth around them and won’t whiten later, so whitening first sets the shade. See veneers.
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Whitening from a team Mustang trusts — 700+ Google reviews.
In-office whitening can typically be finished in under an hour, or whiten gradually with custom trays.
Buffalo Creek Dental
201 S. Sara Rd., #140
Mustang, OK 73064
Phone: 405-353-1333
Monday–Wednesday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm
Friday: By Appointment
Saturday–Sunday: Closed
Last updated · Dr. Jon Barnes, DDS
