Cosmetic Dentistry – Boerne, TX
Your Dream Smile is Waiting for You
The smile is a very important part of a person’s self-image. At Boerne Dental Center, we know that a confident smile can greatly improve your outlook on life. We consider cosmetics in everything that we do, whether it’s filling a cavity or replacing a missing tooth. Our patients rely on us for beautiful smiles, and we’re proud to offer the latest cosmetic dentistry in Boerne, TX. Teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, porcelain crowns, implant restorations…today’s innovative procedures can deliver stunning, natural-looking results in just a few appointments.
Why Choose Boerne Dental Center for Cosmetic Dentistry?
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At-Home Whitening
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Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers can take an imperfect smile and make it red carpet ready in as little as two appointments. Small pieces of dental porcelain are placed on the front of the teeth to improve their shape, size, color, and even spacing all at the same time. They are always custom-made to suit a patient’s face and tastes, and you can choose to get just one or an entire set to achieve a dramatic makeover.
Metal-Free Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are often used to repair extremely damaged teeth, but at Boerne Dental Center, we can also use 100% ceramic crowns to enhance the appearance of the smile. We can take a broken, cracked, misshapen, or undersized tooth and make it look completely normal while also restoring its strength and function. With a ceramic crown, only you and your dentist will be able to tell which teeth aren’t original—everyone else will only see a gorgeous smile!
Cosmetic Dental Bonding
Cosmetic bonding is quick and easy and is one of the best ways to take care of a minor flaw like a small chip, gap, or stain. Composite resin is applied to imperfect enamel, and then the dentist literally sculpts it to make it look like nothing was ever wrong with the tooth in the first place. Then, the resin is hardened with a curing light, and that’s it! The entire procedure usually takes about an hour, but the results can be trusted to last for over a decade.
Teeth Whitening
You’ll find plenty of take-home whitening treatments on store shelves, but most of them are very weak and unable to deliver the kinds of results they promise. With our take-home whitening kits, however, patients are able to get a smile that’s up to eight shades brighter. That’s because they include a bleaching gel that is multiple times stronger than anything you can buy on your own, plus we provide custom mouth trays that ensure maximum exposure to the gel. With our kits, patients can say “Goodbye!” to annoying stains caused by coffee, wine, tobacco, and even aging!
Gum Recontouring
Whenever you smile, can you only see your gums? Do they crowd your teeth and make them look short and undersized? We can fix this common problem in a single appointment using our soft tissue laser. It allows us to painlessly remove any excess tissue to reveal previously hidden enamel and make the smile appear fuller and better proportioned. This may also be recommended before getting veneers or a porcelain crown to ensure the restoration will have enough room and the right look once placed.
Cosmetic Dentistry FAQs
How Long Does Cosmetic Dentistry Last?
The amount of time you’ll be able to enjoy your new-and-improved pearly whites will depend mostly on the certain type of treatment you get. Some cosmetic dental services will provide longer-lasting results than others. For example, quicker procedures like professional teeth whitening and dental bonding will only last a few years before needing touchups whereas more extensive treatments, such as veneers, can usually go on for over a decade with proper care. Other services, like gum recontouring, offer more permanent solutions to aesthetic issues (as gum tissue won’t grow back). In many cases, however, the better you take care of your cosmetic results, the longer they can last.
What Can I Do About My Gummy Smile?
Do your teeth seem to appear smaller due to a “gummy” smile? If you want to fix this, then you might consider cosmetic dentistry to help you beautify your grin. Of course, you’ll first want to undergo an initial consultation with our team so that you can learn about your different solutions for helping you reach your smile goals. Gummy smiles that are due to undersized teeth might benefit greatly from veneers or all-ceramic crowns so that your teeth can appear longer. Some patients might have excessive gum tissue that causes the rest of their smile to seem smaller. Our team can perform gum recontouring so that we can reshape the appearance of the gums, allowing you to achieve your dream look.
How Can Cosmetic Dentistry Change Your Life?
On the surface, cosmetic dentistry may seem to only alter the way your teeth look. However, the impact of improving your smile appearance can be much greater. By having teeth you can be proud to show off, you’ll be more likely to maintain the results by brushing, flossing, rinsing with mouthwash daily, and visiting your dentist for checkups and cleanings. Furthermore, some of our treatments can help improve your bite or mild orthodontic issues (with veneers), allowing you to enjoy a more comfortable bite in the long run. Also, being more likely to smile often can end up boosting your confidence, which can positively impact your opportunities in both your social and professional life.
Is Cosmetic Dentistry Covered by Insurance?
Since cosmetic dentistry is considered to be an “elective” treatment, most dental insurance companies won’t help cover the cost of service. That said, if the procedure is designed for restorative reasons, such as dental crowns or veneers, then your provider might include them in your policy. Of course, the coverage might only help with a small portion of your procedure, so you’ll need to verify the details of your benefits with your insurer so there aren’t any surprises.