Cosmetic Dentistry for Picture-Perfect Smiles
Cosmetic dentistry is not just for the celebrities you see on the covers of magazines. At Vista Dental Care, we offer a wide range of cosmetic solutions that brighten, straighten, and perfect smiles within any budget. If you’re interested in finding out more about your options, contact our team to schedule a cosmetic dentistry consultation. We’ll examine your smile, answer any questions you may have, and offer potential solutions to help you achieve your flawless smile.
Dental Bonding
Using the tooth-colored composite that we use to craft dental fillings, we can provide same day cosmetic transformations for patients with minor chips, cracks, gaps, and stains. With minimal impact on healthy tooth structures, dental bonding is one of the most conservative and effective cosmetic dentistry solutions.
Porcelain Veneers
Veneers are custom crafted from the highest quality, most natural looking porcelain. They are fused onto the surfaces of teeth to conceal and correct any number of smile flaws instantly. Designed to recreate your natural dental structures, porcelain veneers give our patients perfect smiles that can last for years with proper care.
Inlays & Onlays
As part of our ongoing commitment to providing conservative treatment options, inlays and onlays allow us to provide a solution between tooth colored fillings and more advanced dental crowns. Inlays repair damage to the insides of the tooth, and onlays repair teeth that have damaged cusps (raised dental structure on the biting surfaces).
SureSmile
A straighter smile looks great and functions even better. Rather than using a series of metal brackets and wires, the Vista Dental Care team can straighten smiles with the clear alignment tray orthodontic system, SureSmile. Not only is SureSmile a more subtle orthodontic solution, but it has little or no impact on the day to day routines of patients.
Smile In A Day
Traditionally, most patients expect big changes to their teeth to take lots of time and multiple appointments. Thankfully, this doesn’t have to be the case here at Vista Dental Care! If you’re in need of extensive cosmetic treatment, Dr. Marc Thomas can work with his staff to arrange your care in a single day, which means you’ll be able to walk in with a lackluster appearance and walk out with the dazzling improvements you’ve been dreaming of – no tedious waiting required.
Before treatment, the patient will need to attend a consultation with Dr. Thomas so that the services you need can be determined, combined, and scheduled in the proper order. We look forward to bringing out your smile’s full potential in record time!
Understanding the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry
It’s common for people to be concerned about the cost of their services, particularly in the case of cosmetic dentistry. This partially has to do with the fact that these treatments are rarely covered by insurance.
However, we still do what we can to make the services we provide as affordable as possible, and to take all of the stress out of paying for your services. We’ll be happy to give you a complete estimate for the cost of your cosmetic treatment when we meet, and until then, here’s what you should know about the factors that can influence its price.
What Cosmetic Dental Service is Right for Me?
Of course, one of the biggest factors that will contribute to the cost of your services is the exact procedure you get. Cosmetic dentistry is a big tent, and which treatment you should get comes down to a combination of your individual needs and what you’re able to pay.
If you’re on a budget, treatments like direct bonding can be useful, allowing you to address small imperfections incredible easily.
In order to address more serious issues, you may instead want to opt for inlays, onlays, or even veneers. While these are a bit more expensive, they’ll also be able to radically change the shape and color of your teeth.
SureSmile aligners are ideal for patients who are looking to straighten their teeth easily but can also be on the pricier side depending on your circumstances.
If you need help figuring out what kind of treatment will work for you, reach out to us and we’ll be happy to help!
Cosmetic Dentistry Can Be an Investment Worth Making
Cosmetic dentistry can certainly seem intimidating at first, especially its financial component. However, it’s important to remember that it’s also an investment in yourself, one that can pay off in myriad ways. When you improve your smile, you also afford yourself much greater confidence in your personal and professional life. You’ll come off as more charming, more trustworthy, and ultimately, more assured of yourself.
That being the case, when it comes time to pay for your services, it’s a good idea to keep in mind exactly what it is that you’re getting for your money.
How to Make Cosmetic Dentistry Affordable
That said, you don’t have to bankrupt yourself in an effort to get the smile that you’re looking for. We do what we can to be conscientious about what our services cost, and to provide our patients with options that can make our treatment much more affordable.
For example, we frequently work with financing services that can help patients split up the cost of their oral healthcare across several months. We can connect you with both Lending Club and CareCredit, two firms that can potentially help you get the services you’re looking for. If you have any questions about the cost of your cosmetic care, reach out to us and we’ll be happy to help you!
Cosmetic Dentistry FAQs
How Long Does Cosmetic Dentistry Last?
It’s difficult to say with certainty how long your specific enhancements will last because of multiple factors. However, in general, the longevity of cosmetic dentistry varies depending on the type of procedure and how well you care for your teeth afterward. For example, teeth whitening results can last anywhere from six months to a couple of years, while veneers may last 10 to 15 years or more.
Dental implants are even known to last a lifetime with proper care! Regular checkups, good oral hygiene, and avoiding harmful habits like smoking or grinding your teeth can help extend the lifespan of your cosmetic dental work. If you have any questions about specific procedures, feel free to reach out to us and ask.
Does Cosmetic Dentistry Hurt?
Most cosmetic dentistry procedures are designed to be as painless as possible. Dentists typically use local anesthesia during more invasive treatments like dental implants or veneers to ensure you’re comfortable. Less invasive procedures, such as teeth whitening or dental bonding, generally cause little to no discomfort. You may experience some sensitivity or mild soreness afterward, but this will typically fade within a day or two. No matter what, Dr. Thomas or Dr. Avendano will take your care seriously and guide you through the process to keep you at ease.
Is Cosmetic Dentistry Worth It?
For many patients, cosmetic dentistry is absolutely worth the investment! The benefits go beyond improving the appearance of your smile. Cosmetic enhancements can improve your self-esteem, make you more confident in social and professional situations, and even improve your oral health in some cases.
Procedures like veneers, crowns, or implants offer long-lasting results, and the transformative effect on your overall quality of life often far outweighs the upfront cost. However, everyone has different priorities. So, it’s best to schedule a consultation with our team to see where you want to go with your treatment. This can give you an idea of how much it could possibly benefit you before diving into the cost.
Why Is Cosmetic Dentistry So Popular?
Cosmetic dentistry has always been desirable, but since it has become more accessible, there has been a surge in popularity. Advances in technology have made these procedures more affordable, less invasive, and longer lasting than ever!
This allows more patients to achieve their ideal smile than at any point in history. It’s also hard to understate the influence social media and hustle culture have had on the demand. To get more attention, both socially and professionally, these people continually seek out the best way to improve their personal brand. This makes a beautiful smile a sought-after asset for many!