Cosmetic Dentist – Alice, TX

Veneers

Actors have been using veneers to improve their smiles for decades. That’s because, unlike other treatments that can only make small improvements or make a particular kind of correction, veneers let us correct multiple cosmetic problems at a time by placing thin ceramic shells over the front of the teeth, allowing us to completely change their shape, size, and color as needed. We can transform your entire smile in as little as two visits with this treatment.

Cosmetic Dental Bonding

Bonding is a conservative way to repair slightly chipped, discolored, or crooked teeth. During dental bonding, a white filling is placed onto your tooth to improve its appearance. The filling "bonds" with your teeth, and because it comes in a variety of tooth-colored shades, it closely matches the appearance of your natural teeth.

Tooth bonding can also be used for teeth fillings instead of amalgam fillings. Many patients prefer bonded fillings because the white color is much less noticeable than the silver amalgam fillings. Bonding fillings can be used on front and back teeth depending on the location and extent of tooth decay.

Bonding is less expensive than other cosmetic treatments and usually can be completed in one visit to our dental office. However, bonding can stain and is easier to break than other cosmetic treatments such as porcelain veneers. If it does break or chip, tell your doctor. The bonding can generally be easily patched or repaired in one visit.

Teeth Whitening

Ever wanted to lift stubborn stains from your poor teeth? You’re not the only one, and dentists have answered the call with teeth whitening treatments. At Advanced Dental Care of South Texas, we offer two treatment types: take-home whitening and in-office whitening. Either way, your teeth will be pearly white before you know it!

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Virtual Smile Design

Are you curious about what your smile would actually look like once you got veneers or completed a whitening treatment? With our virtual smile design, we can give you a “preview” of what to expect. Existing photos of your teeth are altered to show what the results would look like after a given cosmetic treatment. We want you to feel confident before committing to any sort of treatment and having a reliable visual aid can go a long way toward helping you make informed decisions.

Understanding the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry

Since cosmetic dentistry isn’t usually covered by dental insurance, many patients may have concerns about the associated costs. The truth is that there are many treatments that can address a host of cosmetic dental issues like chips, cracks, gaps, stains, and misshapenness, and they come at a range of price points. The staff at Advanced Dental Care of South Texas will be happy to help you explore your treatment choices and navigate your payment and financing options so you can find a solution that fits your budget, so feel free to contact our Alice office for assistance.

Which Cosmetic Dental Service Is Right for Me?

Someone who is interested in cosmetic dentistry usually wants whiter, straighter, or differently shaped teeth, and we offer a number of treatments that can help you achieve your ideal smile. A few of these include:

• Veneers: These versatile dental appliances can address multiple defects and reshape teeth into an ideal state in as few as two visits. While this is one of our more costly options, it can save time by concealing multiple flaws and lasting for more than a decade with excellent care.
• Teeth whitening: Lift dental stains and discoloration with an in-office procedure that takes about an hour or a take-home kit that can be completed over two weeks. These treatments are mid-range in terms of cost and can deliver results far superior to those of store-bought whitening products.
• Cosmetic dental bonding: Repair minor chips, cracks, gaps, and stains painlessly in minutes without anesthesia. This treatment is remarkably affordable, and its results can last for several years with good hygiene.

Cosmetic Dentistry Can Be an Investment Worth Making

While cosmetic dentistry may seem like a big expense at first, it can also be seen as an investment in your confidence and appearance. People who smile frequently are generally seen as more competent, trustworthy, friendly, and self-assured than those who don’t, which gives them a significant edge in the social scene and the professional world. Cosmetic dentistry can play a key role in helping you land a juicy new position at work and help you enjoy a better overall quality of life.

How to Make Cosmetic Dentistry Affordable

While elective cosmetic dental procedures are rarely covered by dental insurance, we partner with CareCredit to offer flexible financing options. These payment plans allow patients to break their bills into small monthly payments that are easy to manage and usually involve little to no interest. During your consultation, we’ll provide you with a proper cost estimate and gladly go over your payment and financing options with you so you can find the best way to fit your treatment into your budget.