Dr. Hunter McAreavy
General dentist
Whiten stained or yellow teeth in Westport, Kansas City
Professional whitening for teeth that have yellowed or darkened, and veneers for stains that whitening can’t reach.
Read our patient reviews on GoogleWhy teeth get stained
A brighter smile is closer than you think.
Teeth naturally yellow or darken over time, and coffee, tea and other habits can add surface stains. Professional whitening is stronger than store-bought products and is done by our dentists and hygienists. Some stains don’t respond to whitening, and for those, veneers can cover the tooth with a bright, natural-looking surface.
- About an hour
- In-office Opalescence Boost
- At home
- Custom or ready-to-use trays
- Done by pros
- Our dentists and hygienists
- Stubborn stains?
- Veneers can cover them
Your options
Ways to brighten your smile.
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In-office whitening
Opalescence Boost, done in our office in about an hour.
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Take-home whitening
Opalescence PF with custom trays, or ready-to-use Opalescence Go trays.
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Porcelain veneers
Cover stains that don’t respond to whitening.
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Professional cleaning
Removes surface buildup and stains at your checkup.
Compare your options
Which one fits you?
We’ll look at your teeth and the kind of staining, then help you pick.
| Option | Best for | Where |
|---|---|---|
| In-office whitening | Fast results in one visit | In our office |
| Take-home whitening | Whitening on your own schedule | At home |
| Porcelain veneers | Stains whitening can’t lift, plus chips or uneven shape | In our office, over a few visits |
| Professional cleaning | Surface stains and buildup | At your regular checkup |
Real results
Before and after, from our Westport patients.
Real cases treated at our office. Every smile and treatment plan is different.
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Your visit
How it works.
Consultation
We look at your teeth and talk about the shade you want.
Choose your option
In office, at home, or veneers for stubborn stains.
Treatment
We whiten in office, send you home with trays, or start your veneers.
Keep it bright
Tips to help your new shade last.
Cost & insurance
Care that fits your budget.
Have insurance?
We’ll help you use your benefits
Call us with your plan details and we’ll check your coverage before your visit.
Contact us →No insurance?
Join our Smile Club
A membership with preventive care included and savings on other treatments.
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Flexible payment plans
Ask about options for spreading the cost of your care into monthly payments.
See payment plans →Your care team
The team you’ll meet here.
Dr. Hunter McAreavy leads general dentistry at our Westport office and has a passion for helping patients who feel nervous about the dentist. Whoever you see that day, our hygienists, assistants and care coordinators take the time to explain each step.
★★★★★
“I had a great experience here. Rachel was very personable and professional, and Dr. Hunter was the same.”
Rachel Converse
Registered dental hygienist
Chrissy
Dental assistant
Konner Lawson
Patient care coordinator
Nichole
Patient care coordinator
Meet the whole team
See everyone →Is professional whitening better than store-bought?
Professional whitening is stronger and supervised by our team, so it works well when store-bought products aren’t enough.
How long does in-office whitening take?
Opalescence Boost is done in our office in about an hour.
Will whitening work on crowns or veneers?
Whitening works on natural teeth. Crowns, veneers and fillings won’t change color, so let us know if you have them.
What if whitening doesn’t work for my stains?
Some stains don’t respond to whitening. Veneers can cover them with a bright, natural-looking surface.
Does whitening cause sensitivity?
Some people notice temporary sensitivity. Tell us if your teeth are sensitive and we’ll recommend the best option.
Your next chapter starts here
We’re ready when you are.
Find a time that works for you and get to know our Westport team.