Cosmetic Dentist – West Lake Hills, TX
Transform Your Appearance, Start with Your Smile Makeover
Did you know that a smile is actually one of the first attributes that people tend to notice when meeting someone for the first time? When it comes to making a good initial impression, having a beautiful, radiant smile can make all the difference, and cosmetic dentistry can help remove a wide variety of imperfections. Whether you want a minor touch-up or a complete makeover, Dr. Long will go over all your options and help develop a smile makeover treatment plan that helps you achieve your smile goals with custom cosmetic dentistry in West Lake Hills, TX.
Why Choose Westlake Hills Dental Arts for Cosmetic Dentistry?
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Porcelain Veneers for a
Stellar Smile - Metal-Free Dental Crowns and Other Restorations
- In-House and Take-Home Teeth Whitening
Porcelain Veneers
Whether you’re looking for a full smile makeover or you’d just like to take care of a few imperfections at a time, porcelain veneers can help you accomplish both. These ultra-thin sheaths of dental ceramic are customized to your exact specifications, including the shape, size, and color. Their translucent properties and smooth texture ensure your smile not only looks natural, but repels stains more effectively than enamel!
Metal-Free Dental Crowns
Dental crowns wouldn’t be very effective at restoring your smile’s appearance if they were silver or gold. It’s why we always utilize ceramic materials to design your dental crowns. While crowns are often used to restore teeth that are damaged by decay or injury, they are also ideal for hiding permanent stains that other cosmetic treatments cannot resolve. Like porcelain veneers, they are designed to look incredibly natural and last for many years, typically between 10 and 15 when properly cared for.
Cosmetic Dental Bonding
Not everyone wants a full-blown smile makeover to achieve the smile of their dreams. In fact, sometimes small improvements can make a huge difference in your smile’s appearance. Cosmetic dental bonding makes use of the same composite resin material we use to create dental fillings. Instead of repairing small cavities, cosmetic bonding is a quick and inexpensive way to fix misshapen teeth or hide stains that teeth whitening cannot resolve.
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ZOOM!® Teeth Whitening
With a few rounds of teeth whitening, even the toughest stains that you thought you were stuck with can seemingly vanish. Our in-office teeth whitening makes use of powerful bleaching agents that whiten your smile in as little as one hour. Additionally, those who would prefer to whiten teeth on their own time can easily do so with take-home whitening kits. These products make use of the same professional-grade bleaching gels but whiten teeth in small increments of time over the span of a couple weeks.
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Smile Makeover
From custom-made veneers to stain-busting teeth whitening, our team is here to make your smile goals a reality. In some cases, that means completely transforming your smile with a smile makeover. This unique blend of restorative and cosmetic dentistry treatments can not only enhance the look of your smile, but its function as well. You’ll be left with a smile that looks incredible and feels equally as fantastic.
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Understanding the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry
Are you excited to enhance your appearance by improving your smile, but are concerned about the cost? Cosmetic dentistry is rarely covered by dental insurance, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be affordable. We’re proud to offer a wide variety of services that can help you achieve the smile of your dreams without breaking the bank. Plus, with flexible low- to no-interest financing from CareCredit, it’s easier than ever to pay for your new smile. When you come visit us for a consultation, we’ll be able to give you a personalized estimate, so give us a call today! In the meantime, keep reading to learn more about the cost of cosmetic dentistry in West Lake Hills.
What Cosmetic Dental Service is Right for Me?
What is it that you don’t like about your smile? When it comes to their teeth, most patients want to change either their color, size, shape, or a combination of these factors. Fortunately, we offer several cosmetic services at different price points that can help you achieve the look you’re going for. Here’s how they compare to each other:
- Cosmetic Dental Bonding – If you have a minor dental flaw and want a quick fix, cosmetic dental bonding may be the perfect choice! Applying this tooth-colored composite resin over small chips, gaps, and stains is easy and very cost-effective.
- Teeth Whitening – With ZOOM! teeth whitening, we can take years of stains off your smile and make a huge difference in your appearance. Teeth whitening is a quick, easy, and affordable way to make your smile look clean and youthful.
- Veneers – Veneers are more expensive than other cosmetic options, but they are also the most comprehensive. These thin shells of dental porcelain can completely redesign the size, shape, and color of one or more teeth with beautiful and long-lasting results.
- Metal-Free Restorations – Do you have distracting silver fillings or gold crowns? We can replace them with our metal-free restorations for a safer and more esthetically pleasing alternative!
- Smile Makeover – Not sure where to start with your smile? A smile makeover may be in order. We’ll use a combination of the above services and more to streamline your journey towards your dream smile. Naturally, the cost of a smile makeover will depend on which services you choose.
Cosmetic Dentistry Can Be An Investment Worth Making
Improving the appearance of your smile can be an investment that benefits nearly every aspect of your life. Studies show that a smile is the most memorable feature about someone during a first impression, and that a set of beautiful pearly whites can make someone look more successful, more trustworthy, healthier, and more confident. This can make all the difference for getting a second date, getting a promotion, or simply deepening your relationships. Plus, the physical act of smiling reduces stress and lowers your risk of heart disease. Cosmetic dentistry can help you achieve a smile that you’re excited to show off.
How to Make Cosmetic Dentistry Affordable
Flexible financing through CareCredit is an easy and reliable way to make cosmetic dentistry more affordable. This third-party company offers low- to no-interest rates on a variety of different payment plans. It works similar to a credit card, where CareCredit will pay for your cosmetic treatment up front, and then you’ll pay for it in smaller, more manageable payments. This way, practically any cosmetic service you’re interested in can fit into your monthly budget!
Cosmetic Dentistry FAQs
If you still have questions about how cosmetic dentistry can help you, our team has the answers! Many patients are curious about the finer details of these treatments. While your cosmetic dentist in West Lake Hills will gladly clear things up for you during your consultation, we’ve included the answers to a handful of frequently asked questions below.
How Long Does the Cosmetic Dentistry Process Take?
The duration of your cosmetic treatment varies based on the specific services we’re using to enhance your smile, so it’s hard to give a definitive answer. Some treatments, like in-office teeth whitening, can be completed in a single appointment. Others, like veneers in West Lake Hills, require several visits.
We understand that your time is valuable, which is why we utilize the latest dental technology to streamline your treatment without sacrificing the quality of your results. At your initial consultation, we’ll lay out a customized timeline estimate to give you an idea of when you can expect to start enjoying your new smile.
Can My Teen Benefit from Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry tends to be more popular among adults, but that doesn’t mean teenagers can’t benefit from some of these treatments. After all, today’s teens are more image-conscious than ever before. Imperfect teeth can contribute to social anxiety. Thankfully, cosmetic dentistry can help.
When your teen comes in for a consultation, Dr. Long can examine their smile and develop a personalized plan for them to feel confident in their smile. In particular, professional teeth whitening in West Lake Hills seems to be quite popular with teenagers.
Will My Insurance Cover the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry?
Most cosmetic dentistry procedures are not deemed necessary to improve your oral health. As such, dental insurance typically will not cover the cost. However, certain treatments, such as dental crowns, may overlap into restorative dentistry. In that case, your treatment may be covered at about 50% to 80%.
At Westlake Hills Dental Arts, we strive to make dental care accessible to as many people as possible. Wewelcome virtually all PPO dental insurance plans and will handle the claims process on your behalf. If you’re uninsured, or you need additional assistance funding your treatment, we can help you apply for a low-interest, flexible payment plan through CareCredit.
Is Cosmetic Dentistry Right for Me?
Due to the wide variety of the services that we offer, the only definitive way to find out if you’re a good candidate for cosmetic dentistry is to request a consultation with Dr. Long. You can talk to her about the specific ways you’d like to improve your smile and she’ll recommend which treatments would be most suitable. The only thing to keep in mind is that any oral health problems, such as gum disease or cavities, should be addressed before we can focus on your smile’s appearance.