Cosmetic Dentistry Fulshear
It’s Time to Feel Good About Your Smile
Making sure your smile is healthy is essential; however, Dr. Z and our team at Villagio Family & Cosmetic Dental also believe a pleasing aesthetic can do wonders for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This is why we offer an array of cosmetic dental treatments that help conceal imperfections, enhance brighter smiles, and transform appearances. If you are interested in feeling good about your smile once again, call us to schedule a consultation with your cosmetic dentist in Fulshear.
Why Choose Villagio Family & Cosmetic Dental for Cosmetic Dentistry?
- Virtual Smile Design Used to See Results Beforehand
- Flexible Financing & In-House Membership Program Available
- Experienced Cosmetic Dentists Whose Focus is Your Aesthetics
Veneers & Lumineers
Living with a perfect smile might seem impossible, but it can happen with the help of custom veneers or Lumineers. With veneers, you can permanently transform your appearance using custom-made sheaths of porcelain that fit over the surfaces of teeth. A small portion of tooth enamel must be removed before placement, but they can last 10-15 years. With Lumineers, these temporary tooth coverings can conceal the same type of imperfections (i.e., chips, cracks, stains, misshapen teeth, gaps, etc.) but can be removed should you choose to treat your smile differently in the future.
Metal-Free Restorations
Repairing damaged or decayed teeth shouldn’t have to involve the use of traditional metal. This is why we use metal-free restorations to rebuild and restore teeth in a more natural and visually appealing way. Using materials that blend in with your existing enamel shade allows us to protect vulnerable teeth without compromising your daily appearance. And the best part is these restorations can last 10-15 years.
Cosmetic Bonding
Small imperfections can be easily treated with the help of cosmetic bonding. Similar to veneers, this less invasive solution uses composite resin to hide flaws and can be completed in a single appointment. Our team will leave teeth unaltered as we apply the resin to the enamel, shaping the resin into place so that it lays flat and effectively conceals problem areas for a more beautiful and cohesive look.
Teeth Whitening
Professional teeth whitening is a much more worthwhile investment than anything you might buy at your local drugstore. Using high-grade bleaching gel, our team is pleased to provide in-office whitening that can enhance your smile by 6-8 shades in just one appointment. We also offer custom trays and the same professional-grade whitening gel to eliminate stains and discoloration at home. When used according to the instructions provided by our team, you will see a noticeable difference in just two weeks!
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Smile Makeovers
Complex smile imperfections do not have to be something that you live with for the rest of your life. Instead, we can implement a smile makeover that allows us to streamline the process of transforming your smile in less time. Instead of treating each issue one by one, we can compile two or more services into a single plan, and we can use virtual smile design to show you what your smile will look like before we even start to improve the look of your pearly whites.
Understanding the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry
While many patients may worry about the cost of cosmetic dentistry because it isn’t usually covered by dental insurance, aesthetic treatments vary considerably in price and can be quite affordable. During your consultation, the team at Villagio Family & Cosmetic Dental will be happy to give you a proper cost estimate and help you navigate your financing and payment options. It’s always important to remember that achieving a smile you can be proud of is priceless.
Which Cosmetic Dental Service Is Right for Me?
Most people interested in cosmetic dental work want to achieve one or more of three results: Whiter, straighter, or more shapely teeth. We offer a variety of treatments such as:
- Veneers and Lumineers: While these options can be costly, they can address many dental defects at once and completely transform a smile into a beautiful new state.
- Metal-free restorations: These devices are priced similarly to veneers and can be used to restore damaged or misshapen teeth, and they may qualify for some insurance coverage if they are deemed medically necessary.
- Cosmetic bonding: This option can be a quick, comfortable, and affordable way to conceal frustrating minor dental defects like chips, cracks, stains, and gaps.
- Teeth whitening: This treatment is mid-range in terms of cost and can lift stubborn stains and leave teeth up to eight shades whiter.
- Smile makeovers: These customized treatment plans can include any number of cosmetic and restorative procedures, and each of them will be noted on the bill. However, treatments that provide medical benefits may receive partial insurance coverage.
Cosmetic Dentistry Can Be an Investment Worth Making
While cosmetic dentistry may seem like a large financial commitment at first glance, you can also look at it as an investment that can pay dividends over time. Achieving a smile you can be proud to show off can make it easier to leave positive first impressions at business meetings and in social situations, which may lead to new friendships and exciting job opportunities.
How to Make Cosmetic Dentistry Affordable
While cosmetic dental work doesn’t usually receive insurance coverage, there may be exceptions, and we will be happy to help you navigate your policy so you can know exactly what it will pay for. We’re also proud to offer several options that can make your treatment more affordable, such as:
- Financing: We partner with CareCredit and Cherry, third-party financiers that can break your bill into small monthly payments with little to no interest.
- In-house dental coverage: For a low annual fee of $349, you can have your routine care covered and receive significant discounts on all other services. For $625 a year, you can receive all these benefits plus an annual professional teeth whitening treatment.
Cosmetic Dentistry FAQs
Does Cosmetic Dentistry Hurt?
When done by a proper dentist, cosmetic dentistry doesn’t hurt. None of its great and varied treatments will cause your teeth or gums to feel pain.
In the first place, most cosmetic dental options are non-invasive. They just apply non-irritating and non-toxic materials to your smile, making it look nicer in the process. Key examples would be teeth whitening and dental bonding, which put bleaching gel and resin (respectively) on your enamel.
Dentists also take precautions with invasive cosmetic work. For instance, they’ll numb your mouth before preparing your teeth for porcelain veneers, dental crowns, etc. Doing so ensures treatment doesn’t cause aches; the most you’ll feel is some slight pressure as the dental team operates.
Is Cosmetic Dentistry Safe?
Cosmetic dentistry is perfectly safe, assuming it’s done by a trained professional. The field’s procedures won’t damage your teeth, gums, or any other mouth tissues.
You see, a dentist will assess your smile to see whether treatment suits you. They won’t perform a cosmetic service if they think it’d cause lasting harm to your grin. Instead, they may treat an underlying oral health issue first to ensure your final care is safe. (A dentist could treat your cavities before placing veneers, as porcelain shells would make tooth decay harder to fix.)
With all that said, consult your dental provider before you pursue treatment. They’ll let you know whether a cosmetic option carries health risks or not.
How Long Does Cosmetic Dentistry Last?
Cosmetic dentistry’s results don’t have a set lifespan; how long they last varies from patient to patient. Whether and how your improved smile persists will depend on which treatment(s) you get.
For instance, quick-and-easy cosmetic options don’t usually last long. They just apply materials to your teeth that wear down within a few years or so. Teeth whitening and dental bonding are key examples, as their bleaching gel and resin (respectively) wear off within 3-5 years.
Invasive cosmetic work is different, though. Treatments like porcelain veneers and dental crowns rely on durable restorations, so their effects can last up to a decade or more. Clear aligner services like Invisalign are even better; a retainer ensures the straight smile they give you endures a lifetime.
Is Cosmetic Dentistry Worth It?
Without a doubt, cosmetic dentistry is worthwhile for patients. The field’s amazing procedures have the power to improve your quality of life, as long as you get the right ones.
Note that cosmetic dental work can improve your social life. Once it gives you a gorgeous grin, you’re much more likely to make a good first impression on others. You’ll have an easier time connecting with others because your smile helps you seem attractive, healthy, and successful. From there, you can forge opportunities and bond with friends, family, and others.
A transformed smile can even lead to a higher income. After all, nice-looking teeth will often improve one’s chances in job interviews, promotions, etc. That means cosmetic dentistry is often an investment that practically pays for itself!