Dental Services
Find Out About Cosmetic Dentistry
The term "cosmetic dentistry" encompasses every dental service, which can be utilized to improve the appearance of your teeth and smile.
Services needed to create new smiles may include:
- composite (tooth colored) fillings,
- porcelain crowns,
- teeth whitening / bleaching services,
- orthodontic treatments,
- composite veneers,
- porcelain veneers,
- and even implants and/or bridgework in some cases.
In fact, when we deliver many of our regular restorative services we deliver them with the cosmetic factor in mind. The ever advancing technology in dentistry has in many ways changed the way we now practice. Gone are the days of having to put up with an ugly filling or crown on front teeth or any teeth for that matter. It is possible in most cases to make dental fillings, crowns, and veneers that are virtually indistinguishable from the existing natural teeth, dental professionals can still detect the difference but the average person you meet or socialize with would never know these were not your natural teeth. If you are not really sure what you are looking for or even what makes a beautiful smile, you need to watch one or more of our cosmetic videos. Besides the videos, there is also a Q&A section at the end of this section about the various cosmetic services.
What is a cosmetic dentist? Really, any dentist who provides cosmetic dental services can be considered a cosmetic dentist. There is no specialty for cosmetic dentistry, like there is for many other areas of dental care.
So how do you choose? Again, this is up to you, most people look for someone with a lot of experience in the various services they are interested in or need, an office that can provide all the services that will be needed for create the smile you want, and often by word of mouth. Always have a consultation with the dentist you are considering so you can find out what options he/she would have for the changes you would like to make. When creating a new smile, there are often different ways to go about it. For example, if you have crooked or crowded teeth, then orthodontics to straighten them or provide more space could be an option, but you might want to straighten your teeth without braces - using crowns or veneers to reshape your teeth and make them appear straight. If you are not sure which option is right for you, then you should have a consult with a dentist who provides both options so he/she can give you realistic expectations for both courses of treatment.
DO YOU KNOW WHAT YOU WANT TO CHANGE ABOUT YOUR SMILE?
Would you like?
- A Whiter or Brighter Smile
- Straighter Teeth
- Better Shaped Teeth
- Larger or Smaller Teeth
- To Replace Missing Teeth
- To Replace an Old Crown(s)
- To Fix Spotted or Stainied Teeth
- A Broader Smile
- A Younger Looking Smile
The possibilities are endless - if you are looking for minor improvements or a complete smile make-over; then you owe it to yourself to find out what can be done to help your achieve the smile you would really like!
Many smile make-overs include a combination of dental services; porcelain crowns and veneers, even fixed bridgework, crowns over implants, and even partial dentures are often used in harmony with each other to give you that winning smile you have always wanted.
Our goal—build a beautiful smile where the dental work is undetectable.
Our reward—the smile our patients can’t wipe off of their face when they get their cosmetic work completed (like the above picture).
Your reward -- cosmetic dentistry can offer a new lease on life!
Our goal—build a beautiful smile where the dental work is undetectable.
Our reward—the smile our patients can’t wipe off of their face when they get their cosmetic work completed (like the above picture).
Your reward -- cosmetic dentistry can offer a new lease on life!
Many people find they become more confident and find themselves smiling a lot more than they ever did before. If fact, it is not uncommon to find out someone received a promotion, finally found the mate of their dreams, or just became more friendly and outgoing - why, it is not the smile itself, it is how you feel and act when you gain confidence in your appearance. People just SMILE more!
Many people don't even realize they cover their mouth when smiling or laughing, some people avoid social situations or act shy and withdrawn because they are not confident in their appearance and then they all the sudden have a new smile and a new found personal confidence and things start changing!
IMPORTANT - What makes a beautiful smile is different for everyone! Some people want glaring white teeth, others are more concerned with making their smile look great but more natural, and we have even had patients who are looking for some particular change to their smile. That is why the first place to start is a consultion with the dentist. This gives you the opportunity to explain what you want your new smile to look like and what you don't like about your current smile. From here, the dentist can go over any options or suggestions that will help you achieve what you are looking for in your improved smile! You never know, it may be easier than you think to achieve the results you want, so take out a little time and find out for yourself.
If you are not 100% satisfied with YOUR smile, then what are you waiting for?
Call us at 913-631-2626 or Email Us to schedule your Free Smile Consultation!
WAIT - Did you watch our videos yet? Would you like to learn more about cosmetic dentistry?
Visit our Video Library Section on Cosmetic Dentistry
The more you know, the better choices you will make when making decisions about your smile.
OR SCROLL DOWN FOR OUR Q&A SECTION
Dr. Seaman provides Smile Consultations at NO COST, so there is absolutely no reason not to come in and find out what your options are. Don't for a second think it is impossible, even if your wish list is long, there is no reason not to get started. Many cosmetic plans are done one step at time, since not everyone is able to achieve their end result over night!
The only thing certain about creating your new smile is: If you don't start, you'll never get there!
Questions and Answers About Cosmetic Dental Services
What are veneers? Very thin custom made facings for your teeth. Veneers can be made using composite (a type of plastic also used for tooth-colored fillings) or porcelain. Composite veneers are typically done in one appointment, since they are shaped in your mouth by the dentist and then a light is used to harden the material. Porcelain veneers require two visits, since these facings are made in a lab using impressions taken by your dentist at the first appointment.
If I have veneers done, will part of my tooth have to be removed? Yes or No, depending on what the veneers are being used to accomplish. If your teeth are perfectly straight and you are having veneers to cover up discolored, yellowing, or spotted teeth, then just enough is removed from the front surface to allow space for the veneer – some dentists do veneers without any tooth reduction, but then the veneers adds to the thickness of your teeth and many people do not end up liking thicker front teeth. If you are using veneers to make your teeth appear straight, then the reduction to the teeth will vary by tooth depending on the amount needed to create a straighter appearance and in some cases one or more all porcelain crowns may be used with veneers for this purpose – if greater reduction is necessary.
How much do veneers cost? This will vary based on the office and the type of veneers you are having done, you can expect them to be around $800 - $1500 per tooth.
How much does just whitening teeth cost? Since there are different types of whitening services available this is also going to be a variable cost, generally for whitening in a dental office, you can expect fees between $150 - $800 dependent on whether you are treating upper and lower teeth and the type of whitening done.
How much does it cost for a Smile Makeover? That completely depends on which services are necessary to create your new smile – so you need to have a consultation to find out what options will give you the changes you are looking for and then you can find out how much cost will be involved. Dr. Seaman provides complimentary Smile Consults so you can discuss your options and get information about the costs, insurance coverage that might apply to some services, and even payment options.
Are there payment plans for cosmetic dental services? At our office we accept Care Credit and have In-Office payment plan options – this will different depending on the office you are going to. Find our more about payment options.
What options do I have if I want my teeth to be straighter? At our office, if you want to actually straighten your teeth we utilize either braces (ceramic or metal) or Clear Correct (removable aligners), visit our orthodontic page if you are interested in more information about those options. If you are not wanting to actually go through any type of orthodontic treatment, then we would utilize crowns, bridges, and/or veneers to make your teeth appear straight – again this would be based on your teeth and what needs to be done to each to create this appearance.
I have some missing teeth, am I still a candidate for cosmetic dentistry? Absolutely! Whether you are missing a single tooth or many teeth, you have some options for how to go about building a new smile. You should definitely start with a complete examination first, not just a smile consult, since there are more factors to consider when teeth need to be replaced. Bridgework can only be utilized if there are stable sound teeth on both sides of the missing tooth/teeth – so x-rays and periodontal pocket measurements will be necessary to determine if your existing teeth can support one or more bridges. Also, if you are considering implants, it is vital that any gum disease be cleared up before moving forward. So if your new smile is going to involve the replacement of teeth, you should utilize our new patient offer to insure you have a complete examination and x-rays, during your exam you can also discuss the changes you would like to make to create your new smile.
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