Cosmetic Dentist Richardson

Cosmetic Dentistry: More Than Just Looks

Though the primary focus of dentistry is the care and maintenance of your teeth for lifelong dental health, dentistry can also be cosmetic. Cosmetic dental treatments enhance the aesthetic appearance of your smile for a beautiful new you. These treatments are used to brighten your teeth, improve confidence, or restore damage that may have happened suddenly or over time. If you want to elevate your smile, our dentists and team have a variety of treatments to choose from, many of which are easily completed in only one appointment.

Many patients receive cosmetic dental treatments if they have:

• Discolored or stained teeth
• Chipped or broken teeth
• Gaps between teeth
• Uneven or sharp teeth
• Missing teeth

Veneers/Lumineers

For our patients who are looking to achieve a more dramatic makeover, concealing teeth that are slightly crooked, gapped, stained, or damaged with veneers or Lumineers may be the perfect answer. Both of these cosmetic treatments offer similar results of a beautifully aligned and symmetrical smile, with the primary difference between the treatments being that Lumineers require no preparation of your natural teeth to place like veneers do.

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Metal-Free Restorations

Dr. T and Dr. Mansi use high-quality, tooth-colored dental materials to craft your restorations so you can enjoy a smile that’s looks just as healthy as it feels. By seamlessly blending in with the rest of your smile as well as sealing off and protecting the vulnerable underlying structures of damaged teeth, our team can preserve every aspect of the natural integrity of your smile.

Direct Bonding

Direct bonding utilizes composite resin, the same material we use for tooth-colored fillings, to rebuild or enhance teeth that are chipped, gapped, or even severely discolored. This process is minimally-invasive and offers beautiful cosmetic results in as little as a single short appointment with one of our skilled cosmetic dentists in Richardson.

Teeth Whitening

Teeth can become stained for a number of reasons, from consuming coffee every day to taking certain medications. However, you don’t have to just accept that your smile is forever discolored! We offer highly effective in-office and take-home professional teeth whitening that can brighten your smile by up to eight shades. Whether you prefer to receive treatment from professionals or from the comfort of your own home, we assure you that you’ll love the results!

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Gum Recontouring

When you look at your smile in a photo or the mirror, are you dismayed by how unbalanced it feels? Gummy smiles are a common complaint amongst our patients, which is why we offer gum recontouring. Using our state-of-the-art soft tissue laser, we’re able to effortlessly and more comfortably remove overgrown gum tissue to bring harmony to your smile.

Smile Makeovers

If you have several different cosmetic imperfections that you’re looking to address, from tooth loss and dental damage to stained and misaligned teeth, we may recommend a smile makeover. This is a customized treatment process designed to help you achieve your dream smile on a timeline that works best for you and your budget.

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Digital Treatment Planning

To help take the guesswork out of the process of receiving cosmetic treatment, we utilize our digital treatment planning software to show you what your results will look like before the procedure has even begun. That way, you can feel more confident moving forward with the treatment plan we’ve created for you.

Understanding the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry

Now that you know that our team is here to help you achieve the beautiful smile you have always wanted through personalized treatment planning and thorough, state-of-the-art care, you might be wondering, “How much does cosmetic dentistry cost?” Since we need to consider your unique aesthetic concerns, dental needs, and smile goals, we cannot provide you with an estimate of the cost without a consultation. We can, however, share some helpful information on the topic. So, if you are interested in learning more, read on!

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Which Cosmetic Dental Service is Right for Me?

After a thorough discussion with our dentists about your goals and what’s best for your oral health, we will review the different smile-enhancing treatments that we offer, including:

• Veneers – Oftentimes, patients are hesitant to transform their smile with veneers due to the upfront cost. However, they can last for 10 years or more with proper care. So, they often end up being a great option for your wallet in the long run!
• Lumineers – If you want the look of veneers without the commitment, then consider Lumineers! They can be used to conceal a variety of imperfections simultaneously, saving you from months of back-to-back treatments in the process.
• Metal-Free Restorations – With a multitude of lifelike shades available, we can restore the look, health, and strength of a damaged tooth seamlessly. Plus, since this falls under both the restorative and cosmetic umbrella, dental insurance providers often cover a portion of the cost.
• Teeth Whitening – Usually, teeth whitening is more mid-range in terms of cost. It’s worth the investment of your valuable time and money because professional treatments can lighten your teeth considerably while store-bought kits struggle to deliver noticeable results.

Cosmetic Dentistry Can Be an Investment Worth Making

Whether you want to lift a few stains with teeth whitening or you want to completely transform the appearance of your smile with veneers, you might hesitate to sign on the dotted line. If that’s the case, it’s important to remember that the benefits of cosmetic dentistry don’t begin and end with a boost to your smile esteem. Quite the opposite: several studies have shown that having a bright, beautiful smile can have a positive impact on your love life and self-esteem. Not only that, but some treatments, like metal-free restorations, also benefit your oral health!

How to Make Cosmetic Dentistry Affordable

Fortunately, there are a few ways you can make the cost of cosmetic dentistry more affordable at our Richardson dental office, including:

• Dental Insurance – We’re proud to welcome several dental insurance providers, including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, and Cigna. So, if you have any available benefits, we can help you utilize them!
• Flexible Financing – With trusted third-party financiers, like Cherry, you can break up the total cost of your smile makeover into smaller, more manageable chunks over the course of several months.
• Special Offers – Throughout the year, we offer periodic specials, like $1,000 OFF Invisalign with a free consultation. For details on our latest ones, give us a call.