Achieving a brilliantly white smile with KöR whitening is simpler than you might think. At Tharp, Klaus, & Kelly Dental Clinic, we’ve streamlined the process to maximize your results while minimizing any inconvenience. Understanding what happens during your KöR whitening treatment helps you feel confident and prepared, whether you’re combining at-home treatment with an in-office session or completing the entire process from the comfort of your home. Our experienced Flowood dental team guides you through every phase, from your initial consultation through your final reveal.
Ready to start your KöR whitening journey? Call our Jackson dental office at 601-939-4100 to schedule your consultation. We proudly serve patients from Flowood’s nearby communities, including Pearl and Brandon.
When you undergo KöR whitening at Tharp, Klaus, & Kelly Dental Clinic, you’re not just getting a whitening treatment—you’re benefiting from rare, specialized expertise.
Dr. Greggory Tharp holds the distinguished achievement of being double board certified with both the American Board of Prosthodontics and the American Board of Oral Implantology, a combination that fewer than 1% of dentists nationwide possess. His 28 years of teaching at UMMC School of Dentistry mean he brings an educator’s precision to every treatment.
Dr. Keith Klaus lectures nationally on fully digital workflows and has earned multiple prestigious awards, including the American College of Prosthodontics Outstanding Undergraduate Achievement Award.
Dr. Martin Kelly graduated Summa Cum Laude and finished number one in his dental school class, bringing cutting-edge knowledge to every patient interaction.
This isn’t a practice where you see a different dentist each visit. Our three doctors collaborate on complex cases, meaning your KöR whitening plan benefits from multiple expert perspectives. Combined with our in-house lab services and digital workflow technology, everything happens under one roof with unprecedented efficiency. You’re not bounced between specialists or waiting weeks for lab work—your custom trays are fabricated right here, and any adjustments happen immediately. This level of integrated care is virtually unheard of in general dentistry practices.
The KöR whitening procedure is a professionally supervised deep bleaching system that combines custom-fitted trays, refrigerated whitening gel, and optional in-office treatments to deliver permanent whitening results.
Unlike conventional whitening methods that only remove surface stains, KöR restores your teeth’s ability to absorb oxygen at the molecular level, allowing the proprietary gel to penetrate deeply and break down even stubborn intrinsic stains. The procedure typically involves wearing custom trays filled with specially formulated gel overnight for two weeks, with the option of an in-office power session for patients with severe discoloration.
Before diving into the procedure details, it’s worth understanding what makes KöR different. The system’s continuous refrigeration—from manufacturing through storage at our office and in your home refrigerator—preserves the gel’s full potency. Most drugstore products lose effectiveness sitting on warm shelves for months.
KöR’s Dual-Activated, Tri-Barrel Hydremide Peroxide formula activates at the molecular level, and the integrated desensitizing agents minimize discomfort throughout treatment. This isn’t your typical whitening experience—it’s a scientifically engineered approach that can whiten even tetracycline-stained teeth that other systems can’t touch.
Proper preparation sets the stage for optimal results. The night before your first visit to our Flowood office, brush and floss thoroughly to remove any surface debris or plaque. This ensures your teeth are clean and ready for impression-taking or whitening gel application. Get a good night’s sleep—being well-rested helps you feel more comfortable during your appointment.
If you’re a coffee, tea, or red wine enthusiast, consider cutting back starting the day before. While KöR’s technology makes your teeth more resistant to staining than other systems, minimizing exposure to deeply pigmented substances during active treatment optimizes your results.
Arrive at our Flowood dental office on time with any necessary paperwork completed in advance. Wear comfortable clothing since you may be in the dental chair for 30 to 60 minutes during your initial consultation and tray-fitting appointment. Avoid eating or drinking anything except water for at least an hour before your appointment—this keeps your mouth dry and makes the impression process more comfortable.
If you feel anxious about dental appointments, bring headphones and a playlist that helps you relax. Our team wants you to feel completely at ease throughout your KöR whitening experience.
Your KöR whitening journey begins with a comprehensive consultation at our Flowood practice. This isn’t a quick once-over—Drs. Tharp, Klaus, and Kelly invest time in understanding your unique situation.
We’ll thoroughly examine your teeth and gums, checking for any issues that need addressing before whitening begins. Cavities, gum disease, or exposed tooth roots must be treated first to prevent complications and discomfort during whitening. We’ll also evaluate your enamel condition and identify the type of staining you’re experiencing—extrinsic surface stains respond differently than deep intrinsic discoloration.
What shade are you hoping to achieve? Are you preparing for a special event with a specific timeline? Do you have concerns about sensitivity? We’ll ask questions and listen carefully to your answers, ensuring we understand exactly what you’re hoping to accomplish. This conversation helps us recommend the right KöR approach—whether that’s the standard at-home system or a combination treatment with in-office boosting.
Using professional shade guides, we’ll document your current tooth color. This baseline measurement lets us track your progress throughout treatment and demonstrate your transformation at the end. Many patients are amazed when they compare their starting shade to their final results.
Based on our examination and discussion, we’ll outline your customized KöR treatment plan. We’ll explain exactly how many weeks of at-home treatment you’ll need, whether an in-office session would benefit your case, and what kind of results you can realistically expect. You’ll leave this appointment with a clear roadmap to your brightest smile.
We’ll take detailed impressions of your upper and lower teeth using comfortable impression material or digital scanning technology. These aren’t generic, one-size-fits-all trays—they’re precisely molded to your unique dental anatomy. These impressions capture every contour, ensuring your finished trays fit perfectly. Proper fit is critical because it allows the whitening gel to maintain even contact with all tooth surfaces while preventing leakage onto your gums.
Your custom trays are typically ready within a few days. When you return to pick them up, we’ll verify the fit, make any necessary adjustments, and provide detailed instructions for at-home use. We’ll also give you your KöR whitening kit containing the refrigerated gel syringes.
This is where the magic happens. Your at-home treatment forms the core of the KöR system, delivering deep bleaching results while you sleep.
You’ll repeat this nightly routine for approximately two weeks, though your specific timeline depends on your starting shade and desired results. Most patients notice gradual brightening within the first few days, with dramatic transformation becoming apparent by week two. During treatment, avoid or minimize consumption of staining substances like coffee, tea, and red wine to optimize your results.
Let’s address the sensitivity question honestly. Some patients experience mild tooth sensitivity during KöR treatment, particularly to cold temperatures. However, KöR’s integrated desensitizing agents significantly reduce this compared to other professional whitening systems.
If you do notice sensitivity:
Most sensitivity resolves within 24 to 48 hours after completing treatment. The gradual at-home approach allows your teeth to adjust more comfortably than aggressive one-visit systems that shock your teeth with intense whitening.
Once you complete your KöR whitening treatment, you’ll want to protect your investment. The first 48 hours are particularly important.
Your tooth enamel pores remain slightly open immediately after whitening, making your teeth temporarily more susceptible to staining. During this 48-hour window, strictly avoid dark-colored foods and beverages. That means no coffee, tea, red wine, cola, berries, tomato sauce, soy sauce, or balsamic vinegar. Stick to light-colored foods like chicken, fish, white rice, pasta with white sauce, bananas, and clear beverages.
Also, avoid tobacco products completely during this period. Smoking or chewing tobacco can quickly stain your newly whitened teeth and diminish your results.
Continue using sensitive toothpaste if you experience any discomfort during treatment. Avoid extreme temperatures in foods and beverages—stick to moderate temperatures until any sensitivity resolves. Most patients find that sensitivity subsides within a few days as tooth enamel remineralizes naturally.
Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste using a soft-bristle brush. Floss at least once per day. Use an antiseptic mouthwash to keep your teeth and gums healthy. These basic hygiene habits help maintain your whitening results and support overall dental health.
KöR whitening is generally not painful, though some patients experience mild tooth sensitivity during treatment. The integrated desensitizing agents in KöR’s formula minimize discomfort significantly compared to other professional whitening systems. Most patients describe the sensation as mild and manageable, not painful.
If you do experience sensitivity, we can recommend strategies like desensitizing toothpaste, adjusting treatment schedules, or over-the-counter pain relievers. Any sensitivity typically resolves within 24 to 48 hours after completing treatment.
The standard KöR at-home treatment takes approximately two weeks of nightly wear. If your case requires an in-office power session in addition to at-home treatment, add one 60 to 90-minute office visit. Your initial consultation and custom tray fitting appointments each take 30 to 60 minutes.
From your first consultation to your final results, most patients complete the entire KöR process within three to four weeks. However, the active treatment time is just two weeks of sleeping with your trays—minimal disruption to your daily life.
If you experience severe sensitivity that interferes with eating, drinking, or daily activities, contact our Flowood office immediately at 601-939-4100. We can adjust your treatment protocol in several ways: reducing the frequency of applications, switching to a lower-concentration gel, prescribing professional-strength desensitizing treatments, or temporarily pausing treatment to allow your teeth to recover.
Severe sensitivity is uncommon with KöR due to its built-in desensitizing agents, but we take any discomfort seriously and will work with you to find a solution that allows you to complete treatment comfortably.
The KöR whitening procedure delivers transformative results that last for years, combining scientific innovation with comfortable, convenient treatment. Drs. Tharp, Klaus, and Kelly bring decades of cosmetic dentistry expertise to every whitening case, ensuring you achieve the brilliant smile you’ve been dreaming of. Our comprehensive approach—from thorough consultation through custom tray fabrication, at-home treatment guidance, optional in-office sessions, and long-term maintenance support—gives you everything you need for whitening success.
Ready to transform your smile with KöR whitening near Jackson? Call Tharp, Klaus, & Kelly at 601-939-4100 today to schedule your consultation. We welcome patients from Pearl, Brandon, Florence, Canton, and throughout Flowood’s surrounding areas. Your brightest smile is waiting!
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