Cosmetic Dentistry – Arlington, TX
Making Your Dream Smile
a Reality
Having a smile that’s taken over by cosmetic imperfections such as chipped or discolored teeth can have a drastic impact on your self-confidence. Dr. Whitmore offers a variety of customized treatments to transform your grin from drab to dazzling. He’ll work closely with you to understand what traits make up your dream smile and create a customized plan to make them all a reality. To learn about how we can improve the appearance of your grin, schedule a consultation with our team today to discuss cosmetic dentistry in Arlington, TX!
Why Choose Robert A. Whitmore, DDS
for Cosmetic Dentistry?
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Natural-Looking
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Veneers
If you’re unhappy with more than one cosmetic flaw, veneers may be a great option for you. They are customized, durable shells that are crafted to match the color of your natural enamel and be placed over the visible portion of damaged teeth. This allows them to conceal flaws such as damage, slight misalignment, and severe discoloration, to provide you with a complete and even set of pearly whites.
Metal-Free Dental Restorations
In the past, treating cavities and damaged teeth involved the placement of cumbersome metal restorations. Dr. Whitmore uses natural-looking, customizable materials, such as dental porcelain and ceramic, to provide you with a beautiful-looking and long-lasting alternative. These materials are gentle on your gums and don’t highlight dental damage, providing you with a boost of confidence. With daily care, these durable materials can withstand regular use and still last for over a decade, depending on the type prosthetic.
Cosmetic Dental Bonding
Accidents happen that can leave teeth chipped or broken. In mild and moderate cases, cosmetic bonding is a great, cost-effective solution to help repair the missing portion of damaged teeth and restore the complete look of your smile. Using a color-matched composite resin, Dr. Whitmore will sculpt the area of your tooth that’s damaged and bond it with the existing structure. This procedure is minimally invasive, fast, and hassle-free, providing you with a much-needed boost of confidence.
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Teeth Whitening
If you’re tired of using ineffective store-bought whitening products, we provide highly concentrated, professional-grade take-home teeth whitening kits that offer fast and virtually guaranteed results. The entire teeth whitening treatment is customized to meet your needs, including the strength of the whitening gel and the trays themselves. Depending on the concentration of whitening gel, all you need to do is wear the trays for once or twice a day. Within two weeks, you’ll have beautiful, noticeable results.
Understanding the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry
Since the cost of cosmetic dentistry isn’t the same across the board, we can’t provide you with a price estimate here. We can, however, share some helpful information on the topic, including why it’s worth investing your valuable time and money into your smile. So, keep reading if you want to learn more before scheduling your consultation!
Which Cosmetic Dental Service is Right for Me?
During your consultation with Dr. Whitmore, he will discuss all of the different treatments we offer, including:
- Cosmetic Dental Bonding – This cosmetic dental service is usually recommended for patients who want to fix minor flaws, like a small chip. It’s also usually the most affordable option upfront. Just make sure to consider the cost of upkeep when deciding if this is the best choice for your smile and your wallet.
- Teeth Whitening – Don’t let the fact that professional teeth whitening is more expensive than store-bought products scare you. After all, they are completely customizable, they take into account the health of your smile, and they can lighten your teeth considerably with two weeks of consistent use.
- Metal-Free Dental Restorations – Fortunately, metal-free restorations fall under both the restorative and cosmetic umbrella. As a result, a portion of the cost is often partially covered by dental insurance providers. So, if you haven’t met your annual maximum already, there’s a good chance that you won’t have to pay for the cost completely out of pocket.
- Veneers – Oftentimes, veneers require the highest upfront investment. However, you shouldn’t let that scare you, especially since they can conceal multiple imperfections at once. Not only that, but they can last for over a decade with proper care (i.e., brushing your teeth twice a day, wearing a mouthguard during sports, scheduling a dental cleaning twice a year).
Cosmetic Dentistry Can Be an Investment Worth Making
Sometimes, patients have trouble deciding whether or not pursuing a brighter, straighter, or more symmetrical smile is really worth it. That decision is ultimately up to you. However, it’s important to know that the benefits of cosmetic dentistry extend beyond a boost to your self-esteem. In fact, studies have shown that having a gorgeous grin can positively impact your professional success, your love life, and even your oral health!
How to Make Cosmetic Dentistry Affordable
Although dental insurance providers don’t typically cover the cost of cosmetic dentistry, there are a few exceptions. So, don’t hesitate to give us your membership information when you call to schedule your appointment. Since we work with Aetna, Cigna, and several others, we can help you maximize any available benefits that you have.
If you don’t have dental insurance, or your provider doesn’t cover the cost of the smile-enhancing service that you have your eye on, then ask us about CareCredit. With them, you can break up the total cost of your treatment plan into smaller, monthly chunks that fit easily into your budget. Oftentimes, there’s little-to-no interest attached, too!
Cosmetic Dentistry FAQs
Here are some questions patients have asked in the past along with our responses. If you have others, feel free to contact us and ask!
Does Cosmetic Dentistry Hurt?
When getting your smile perfected, you may be concerned about feeling uncomfortable, but you don’t have to be! In some treatments, such as veneers and metal-free crowns, a little bit of enamel must be taken away to make enough room for the porcelain restoration. However, before we do this, we will numb the area with a local anesthetic. As a result, you shouldn’t feel any pain. While you wear a temporary restoration, you may have a little bit of sensitivity, but it should go away soon after getting your custom one.
In addition, some whitening treatment solutions cause sensitivity, but ours does not. The gel is powerful enough to remove stains without negatively impacting your enamel.
How Long Will Treatment Take?
The timeline of treatment will depend on which procedure you are undergoing. Getting veneers or porcelain crowns entails two appointments and about two or three weeks in between. Teeth whitening takes about two weeks to complete, but cosmetic bonding can usually be done in just one appointment. If you have a special event coming up and want your smile to look its best, please schedule your consultation well in advance so that we have plenty of time to finish treatment beforehand.
How Long Will the Results Last?
The lifespan of your smile improvements depends on a couple of factors: the procedure you’re getting and how well you take care of your teeth and gums. Teeth whitening results usually last for about two to three years before retreatment become necessary. Veneers and crowns tend to be replaced about 15 years after placement. To keep your teeth beautiful and flawless for as long as possible, you simply need to practice good oral hygiene through everyday brushing and flossing and regular checkups and cleanings with Dr. Whitmore.
Am I a Good Candidate for Cosmetic Dentistry?
The basic requirement to qualify for cosmetic treatment is pretty straightforward. You just need to have no cavities or oral infections of any kind. If you do, Dr. Whitmore will need to resolve the problem before we move forward with cosmetic work. Trying to whiten or attach a restoration to a damaged or decayed tooth will not last or feel good for long. However, once the issue is taken care of, we can revisit giving your smile that extra boost to take it to the next level aesthetically.