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Cosmetic Dentist Lancaster
We’ll Help Your Smile Shine
Having a beautiful smile may seem unimportant; however, recent studies tell us that those with more attractive grins are more likely to get a job or receive a promotion. They’re also considered healthier, better educated, and more attractive. If you’re interested in concealing or correcting flaws in your smile, contact Lancaster Family Smiles to schedule a consultation today to discuss cosmetic dentistry with our Lancaster, TX, dental team.
Why Choose Lancaster Family Smiles for Cosmetic Dentistry?
- Variety of Long-Lasting, Tooth-Colored Dental Materials
- Family-Friendly Private Dental Office
- Caring Bilingual Staff Ready to Help Dental Patients
Veneers
Veneers are the best way to convert less-than-perfect smiles into dazzling ones in just two visits. Veneers can help patients who have worn tooth enamel, uneven tooth alignment or spacing, stain/discoloration, and chips or cracks. These restorations are ultra-thin shells of ceramic material placed over affected teeth. There are so many different ceramic materials available, ranging from radiolucent porcelain to long-lasting E-max. To find out if you are a good candidate for veneers and which material is right for you, make sure to call our office to book a free consultation.
Metal-Free Dental Restorations
Our older patients likely have one or more amalgam fillings. The silver-colored restorations offer long-lasting, durable results, but they also have their fair share of disadvantages. These include a metallic appearance that can damage smiles, and they can expand and contract with temperature changes. We offer a cosmetically superior option for our DFW Metroplex patients – all-ceramic fillings. These offer improved cosmetic results, and they are not sensitive to temperature changes. Additionally, patients with metal allergies or sensitivities can safely correct their smiles with this material.
Teeth Whitening
Store-bought whitening pastes, rinses, strips, and gels promise dramatic results, but these products are unable to deliver on their promises. Our practice offers patients two professional whitening options that brighten smiles up to ten shades. Patients who wish to brighten their smiles quickly should choose in-office whitening which delivers results in about an hour, and those who want to brighten their smile gradually or who have more sensitive teeth may wish to use a professional-grade at-home whitening kit.
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Dental Bonding
Sometimes, only a small improvement is needed to help your smile make a dazzling impression. With dental bonding, small chips, cracks, gaps, and stains can be corrected quickly. The process uses composite resin, which looks and acts much like putty; we simply place it over the flaw and mold it appropriately. Dental bonding can be completed over the course of a single appointment so that you can enjoy your enhanced grin all the sooner.
Gum Recontouring/Crown Lengthening
Have you been bothered by teeth that look like they’re too short? Most of the time, it’s not their actual length that is the problem; instead, it’s the fact that there’s an excessive amount of gum tissue. We can restore the proportions of your smile by carefully removing the unneeded tissue in a process called gum recontouring. Crown lengthening involves a similar process, but instead of making strictly cosmetic changes, it’s intended to make room for a dental crown.
BioClear
If you’re embarrassed by black triangles between your teeth, you can enjoy a revolutionary solution to achieve your dream smile. BioClear is an innovative treatment that corrects certain aesthetic issues using a direct filling material. It’s less invasive than other options and provides high-quality, natural-looking results.
Understanding the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry
Often, patients are hesitant to take the first steps towards improving the appearance of their smile because they’re concerned about the cost of cosmetic dentistry. This is largely because in most cases, aesthetic dental treatments aren’t covered by dental insurance. At Lancaster Family Smiles, we understand that the confidence that comes from a beautiful smile is priceless, and although cosmetic dentistry can be expensive, we’re committed to helping you achieve the gorgeous grin you deserve at a price you can afford. That’s why we’re pleased to offer a variety of cosmetic dentistry treatments at varying price points and will even work with you to help find a solution that fits within your budget.
Which Cosmetic Dental Service Is Right for Me?
When it comes to improving their smile, most people are looking to correct one or more of the following qualities: the shape, size, spacing, or shade of their teeth. At Lancaster Family Smiles, Dr. Jeong and Dr. Je are pleased to offer a full menu of cosmetic dentistry options to help you achieve your aesthetic smile goals, including:
- Dental Bonding – Using the same durable composite resin dentists have trusted for decades for tooth-colored fillings, we can rebuild chipped or worn areas of enamel, cover deep stains, and even close minor gaps between teeth. Dental bonding is fast (one tooth can be treated in less than an hour) and affordable, but typically only lasts for about five years.
- Teeth Whitening – Whether you choose an in-office treatment or one of our convenient take-home kits, professional grade whitening can remove up to eight shades of dental discoloration in as little as one hour. The results are permanent, but your teeth can become re-stained, so we also gladly offer touch-up treatments as needed. Prices for whitening typically begin in the low hundreds but can exceed $1,000 depending on the severity of the discoloration.
- Veneers – Veneers are the most expensive cosmetic dentistry option, but they have the unique ability to correct multiple aspects of your smile in one convenient treatment. With proper care and use, your gorgeously transformed grin could last for 15 to 20 years before you need to redo it.
- Gum Recontouring / Crown Lengthening – This permanent treatment removes excess gum tissue from along the base of the teeth, eliminating the appearance of a “gummy” smile and lengthening the appearance of teeth that look too short or stubby.
- Metal-Free Dental Restorations – Do you have older metal restorations that stand out in your smile? Today’s tooth-colored fillings, bridges, and crowns are a more natural-looking way to protect your teeth and restore chewing capabilities without anyone knowing you’ve had dental work done. They also last just as long as their metal predecessors, making them an excellent value for the price.
- BioClear- This is a newer treatment that uses a heated composite material designed to eliminate the appearance of things like black triangles along the gumline, vertical gaps between the teeth, tooth damage due to decay, and teeth that seem too small or uneven.
Cosmetic Dentistry Can Be an Investment Worth Making
While it’s true that cosmetic dentistry can be costly, it’s important to consider the return on investment. If the current appearance of your smile is preventing you from interacting with the world or causing you to avoid social situations, improving it can boost your self-esteem and give you the confidence you need to excel both personally and professionally.
How to Make Cosmetic Dentistry Affordable
Although cosmetic dentistry is not usually covered by dental insurance, at Lancaster Family Smiles, we are proud to offer several options for making your treatment more affordable.
- Our In-House Loyalty Program– This program is designed for patients who do not have dental insurance but want to stay on top of their oral health with regular checkups and cleanings. It also offers valuable discounts of up to 30% on a variety of elective treatments. Please contact our friendly front office for more details.
- Flexible Financing – We are pleased to welcome a selection of different third-party financing options for patients who would like to split up the cost of their treatment into multiple, low-to-no-interest monthly payments that may be more budget friendly. Please visit our website to learn more about these lenders and apply for financing with one that meets your needs.
At Lancaster Family Smiles, we want to help give you a healthy, beautiful smile. To learn more about your cosmetic dentistry options, schedule a consultation today to discuss our available treatments and how we can help make your transformation fit your budget.