Cosmetic Dentistry – Aspen Hill, MD
We’re Ready to Deliver Your Confident Smile
Whether you’re a dentist or not, you know that a beautiful smile can do so much for a person. While having a perfectly white smile can help them look good, it also has a tendency to fill them up with confidence, making them feel like they can accomplish anything they set their mind to. If you find yourself feeling self-conscious about your smile due to imperfections, just know that none of them are set in stone. Through cosmetic dentistry, our team members can improve the shape, size, color and spacing of your teeth, all while meeting your personal desires along the way. With a smile you feel confident showing off, you can rest knowing that you make the right first impression. Call our dental office today to learn more about cosmetic dentistry in Aspen Hill, MD!
Why Choose the Dental Center of Aspen Hill for Cosmetic Dentistry?
- Large Variety of Cosmetic Treatment to Choose From
- Procedures That Both Look Great and Last for Years
- Friendly and Caring Dentists and Team Members
Porcelain Veneers
With porcelain veneers, it’s easy to solve multiple imperfections in your smile, all with a single procedure. Veneers can provide you with a big and bright smile instantaneously, whether you need to hide stains, chips, cracks, gaps or all of these imperfections at once. The treatment is actually quite simple: a series of very thin ceramic sheaths are placed over the front of teeth, making them look like pristine enamel. Every single veneer is customized to your needs and only takes two appointments to create and place. Plus, it’s easy to place a single veneer or an entire set if you want a total transformation.
Learn More About Porcelain Veneers
Metal-Free Dental Restorations
When you need to repair back teeth, you might find it okay to use gold or silver crowns. However, what do you do if you have front teeth in need of restoration? In this case, we make sure to use metal-free materials every time. Whether it’s a crown or a bridge, we use 100% dental porcelain, which is shaded perfectly to match a patient’s enamel color. Not only will your future restorations look fantastic, but they will be strong and durable. This ensures that your bite is just as much recovered as your smile’s appearance.
Learn More About Metal Free Restorations
Cosmetic Dental Bonding
Wish you could remove small stains, tiny chips, or thin gaps in your smile? With cosmetic bonding, we can make them truly disappear in a single appointment. To do this, one of our dentists will place a small amount of composite resin onto the tooth (which has been color-matched to your enamel), sculpt it around your tooth, the harden it instantly. This results in a truly flawless-looking appearance that you can expect to last up to 10 years!
Learn More About Dental Bonding
Teeth Whitening
There are many reasons why teeth stain, whether it’s due to coffee, tea, tobacco, wine or just because of natural aging. If they are not as white as you’d like them to be, professional whitening treatments at our dental office can effectively bring back their original luster. At the Dental Center of Aspen Hill, you can choose between in-office treatment or custom-made kits that you use at home! We’ll help you make your teeth 6 to 8 shades brighter and you won’t even feel more sensitive after treatment is complete (unlike store-bought solutions.)
Learn More About Teeth Whitening
Botox®
Our team is highly trained to perform many treatments dedicated to giving you a gorgeous smile. If you need to get rid of wrinkles or fine lines on your face, Botox® is a great solution! Treatment only takes about 10 minutes to complete and a few painless injections along the way. Soon enough, you’ll have firmer, smoother, and younger-looking skin. Save your trip to the spa for another day and simply visit our dental office for an improved appearance in just one appointment!
Smile Makeover
With so many advancements being made in the field of dentistry, cosmetic treatments are more effective and safer than ever before! There’s no better time to invest in the goals you have for your smile. Together, we can create a customized treatment plan including restorative and cosmetic services to give you that fully functional, gorgeous smile you’ve been dreaming of in the best possible timeframe.
Learn More About Smile Makeover
Understanding the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry
Do you want to learn more about the cost of cosmetic dentistry in Aspen Hill? Don’t worry – our team is here to help you find the answers you’re looking for. You’re always welcome to call our office or schedule a consultation so we can provide you with more specific information. But if you’d prefer to continue your research online, then simply keep reading!
Cosmetic Dentistry FAQs
Whether you are looking to lift stubborn stains with a whitening treatment or undergo a complete smile makeover with porcelain veneers, your new look can improve nearly every facet of your life. However, we know many patients have a few questions they’d like answered before committing to treatment. That’s why we answered a few frequently asked questions below! If you don’t see the answer you are looking for on this list, then don’t hesitate to contact our office so our fantastic staff can provide you with immediate assistance.
How Do I Know Which Treatment Is Right For Me?
Thanks to the latest technology and modern techniques, patients looking to fix the color, shape, and position of their teeth can pick from a number of state-of-the-art treatments. So, how can you tell which one is best for you? To help you answer this question, our team will begin your initial consultation with a thorough exam. That way, we can ensure your oral health is in good condition and form an initial opinion based on our expertise. From there, we will discuss your smile goals in-depth and share which option (or options) will help you get there!
What Are The Benefits of Cosmetic Dentistry?
All too often, patients forget that cosmetic treatments have more than just aesthetic benefits. In reality, perfecting your smile can:
- Increase your self-esteem
- Make you look 10 years younger
- Boost your professional success
- Enhance your love life
- Improve your oral health
Is Cosmetic Dentistry Covered by My Dental Insurance?
Since cosmetic dentistry typically isn’t considered “medically necessary,” many dental insurance providers don’t cover treatment. That being said, there are a few services where cosmetic and restorative care intersect, like metal-free restorations. Therefore, it’s always a good idea to check with your carrier to make sure. Plus, there are also low-to-no interest financing options to consider if coverage isn’t available.
How Long Will the Results from My Cosmetic Dentistry Treatment Last?
Once you see the final result, it’s only natural you’ll want it to last as long as possible! However, the answer to this question depends on the service you are considering. For example, a whitening treatment can last 2+ years and porcelain veneers have a lifespan of 20+ years. Across the board, the care you put toward your new smile is what will help preserve the results. With this in mind, make sure to brush your teeth twice a day, floss daily, and visit our office every six months for a professional checkup and cleaning.
Ready to take the next step toward your dream smile? Our cosmetic dentist in Aspen Hill is here to help! Schedule your initial consultation by contacting our office today.
How Do I Know If I Need Cosmetic Dentistry?
If you aren’t fully content with your smile, you’d likely benefit from cosmetic dentistry. Its procedures can address various flaws in your grin.
For instance, perhaps you have stained teeth. These usually can’t be fixed with over-the-counter whiteners. However, professional whitening is quite different. It has the ability to brighten all sorts of teeth. As such, it’d give you a smile that’s six to eight shades whiter.
On the other hand, maybe your issue is chipped teeth. Such chompers could expose your dental nerves to bad bacteria. Luckily, you could count on veneers or crowns for protection. They’d hide the chips from view and keep harmful debris out.
Is Cosmetic Dentistry Safe?
To be clear, cosmetic dentistry is quite safe. Its treatments are harmless when done by a qualified dentist. In other words, it shouldn’t damage your teeth or gums.
Of course, not every cosmetic procedure is right for every patient. Some are risky if you have an underlying oral health issue. (For example, placing a veneer over a decayed tooth will make the decay harder to treat.) Therefore, you’ll need an oral exam before any treatment starts. That way, the dentist can assess which services aren’t right for you. They could also address the underlying issues before starting a procedure.
Does Cosmetic Dentistry Hurt?
You may fear that cosmetic dentistry would hurt. If so, you can rest easy: its procedures are painless. Dentists ensure their cosmetic work is smooth and comfortable.
Firstly, cosmetic options are often non-invasive. Those like teeth whitening and dental bonding don’t even alter your tooth structure. Instead, they simply apply gel or resin to your enamel. That means you won’t need a local anesthetic for them.
Also, dentists numb your mouth for more invasive treatments. Even as your teeth are reshaped, the most you’ll feel is slight pressure. Given this fact, veneer and crown placements won’t cause any pain.
Of course, you may feel sore after a cosmetic treatment. Still, this effect would be mild and temporary. It’d fade within a few days of the procedure.
How Do I Choose a Cosmetic Dentist?
In truth, the ADA doesn’t see cosmetic dentistry as a sub-field. Any dentist can thus claim to be a cosmetic dentist. Even so, you should note a few things in your search.
If you can, find a dentist who belongs to a cosmetics-oriented group. The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) is a good instance of the latter. A choice linked to such an organization will have the latest knowledge and techniques in cosmetic dental work.
At the same time, look for a dentist with extra payment options. Cosmetic dentistry isn’t covered by insurance, so it never hurts to have more choices. You might opt for CareCredit financing or an in-house membership plan.