Cosmetic Dentist – Marion, OH
Make Your Dream Smile a Reality
If you’ve been dreaming of a straighter, whiter, or more symmetrical smile, we can make that dream a reality with cosmetic dentistry in Marion! Dr. Whittaker’s extensive experience and eye for detail allow him to create smiles that are truly a work of art. At the end of your treatment, you’ll have a gorgeous grin that makes you feel confident in any situation – whether you’re walking into a first date or an important job interview.
Why Choose Green Valley Dental for Cosmetic Dentistry?
- Dentist with the Utmost Attention to Detail
- Beautiful Results & Meticulous Service
- Flexible Financing Welcome
Veneers
From slight chips to permanent discoloration, dental veneers may be the smile-enhancing treatment you’ve been looking for! With thin shells of high-quality materials, like porcelain, our talented cosmetic dentist can fix one flawed tooth or completely makeover your smile. After determining if you’re a candidate and learning all about your smile goals, we can get to work. Oftentimes, the entire veneers process can be completed in as little as two appointments.
Metal-Free Dental Restorations
Our restorative dentistry treatments – from fillings to dental crowns – focus on durability and cosmetics. The metal-free materials we use are strong, don’t contain mercury, and come in a wide range of enamel-colored shades. Whether you have a damaged tooth or one that sticks out for all the wrong reasons, our tooth-colored restorations can be used to create the seamless, attractive look you desire.
Cosmetic Dental Bonding
Even minor dental flaws can negatively impact your self-esteem. Fortunately, cosmetic dental bonding can enhance your smile quickly and painlessly. In fact, you likely won’t need any numbing agents, and the entire process can be completed in one visit! It’s also one of the most cost-effective options upfront, will last for several years before needing to be redone, and can correct a multitude of imperfections, from minor stains to more noticeable chips.
Teeth Whitening
Roughly 80% of Americans wish their teeth were whiter, so it’s not surprising that professional teeth whitening treatments are as popular as they are! After all, they are significantly more effective than over-the-counter solutions and they are tailored specifically to your smile goals. Perhaps most important, they take into account the condition of your teeth and protect your gums from sensitivity. So, don’t hesitate to ask our team about our in-office and take-home teeth whitening options.
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Virtual Smile Design
“Before” and “after” photos can be quite impactful. With virtual smile design, we can take them a step further! Instead of just looking at another patient’s results, we can give you a preview of what your smile could look like after getting the cosmetic dentistry treatment you’re interested in. That way, you can move forward with the utmost confidence.
Understanding the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry
While many patients worry about the cost of cosmetic dentistry because it is usually not covered by dental insurance, these treatments come at a wide range of price points. The team at Green Valley Dental will be happy to help you navigate your needs and preferences so we can find a solution that delivers the results you want while fitting within your budget. Here’s a brief overview of how cosmetic dental treatments are priced, but it’s important to remember that achieving your ideal grin is priceless.
Which Cosmetic Dental Service is Right for Me?
Most people seeking cosmetic dentistry are interested in one or more of three results: Whiter teeth, straighter teeth, or more shapely teeth. A few options that can help you achieve these include:
- Cosmetic dental bonding: This treatment can quickly produce a restoration that can address cracks, chips, gaps, or stains without anesthesia. The results can last for several years, and this treatment is usually the least costly cosmetic option.
- Teeth whitening: This procedure is typically mid-range in terms of cost and can lift stubborn dental stains and discolorations.
- Metal-free restorations: Tooth-colored crowns can beautifully restore damaged teeth. While these devices are not cheap, they are often partially covered by dental insurance as restorative treatments.
- Veneers: These devices can completely transform your smile by addressing even extensive cracks, stains, gaps, and chips. While this is a more costly treatment, the results can last for more than a decade if you practice excellent oral hygiene.
Cosmetic Dentistry Can Be an Investment Worth Making
While cosmetic dentistry can seem like a huge commitment of finances, it can also be an investment that can pay significant dividends over time. Achieving an ideal smile can make a patient more confident and eager to socialize, and it can even make it easier to land a lucrative new job or a juicy promotion.
How to Make Cosmetic Dentistry Affordable
While cosmetic dental treatments are not typically covered by dental insurance, we offer several options that can make a procedure more affordable. These include:
- Financing: We partner with CareCredit to offer our patients flexible financing options that can break a cosmetic dental bill into smaller monthly installments that are easy to manage.
- Our in-house dental savings plan: For a low monthly or annual fee, you can have your routine biannual dental care and one emergency exam covered while also receiving 20% off other procedures completed at our practice.
Cosmetic Dentistry FAQs
Does Cosmetic Dentistry Hurt?
It’s quite normal for people to wonder if cosmetic dental services will come with an uncomfortable dental process. The good news is that most of our treatment options won’t lead to any pain or discomfort while improving your smile. Not only are most of them non-invasive, but they might not even require local anesthesia to keep you comfortable, such as with teeth whitening and dental bonding. Additionally, our team offers sedation dentistry, meaning you can enjoy a more relaxed experience during your visit.
How Do I Know If I Need Cosmetic Dentistry?
In most instances, if you aren’t happy with your smile or you wish that you could make mild changes to the size, shape, and/or color of your teeth, then cosmetic dentistry might be beneficial for you. The only way to know for certain if you need this type of dental care is by visiting our team for an initial consultation. During your appointment, your cosmetic dentist will evaluate your teeth and gum health to ensure that you’re free of any underlying issues, like gum disease or decay. If you’re problem-free, we can discuss the various options to upgrade your smile, including teeth whitening, dental bonding, and veneers.
Is Cosmetic Dentistry Worth It?
For a great deal of people, cosmetic dentistry is an absolute blessing for their pearly whites. Not only can you enhance the color of your teeth, but you can even resolve certain mild imperfections like chips, cracks, or gaps. In addition to improving the way their smile looks, many patients also experience a boost in confidence, which can transfer into their personal and professional lives. Once you’ve undergone your treatment and have achieved your dream smile, you might even notice a difference in the way others perceive you. By enhancing your teeth, you can expect to enjoy an even greater quality of life.
Is Cosmetic Dentistry Covered by Insurance?
Although cosmetic dentistry can provide amazing results that benefit your smile, these treatments are not technically considered medically necessary. That’s why most dental insurance companies won’t offer coverage for cosmetic services. Of course, you’ll want to consult your provider or even our team about the details of your policy, as certain options might have restorative purposes, like metal-free crowns or veneers, and can potentially receive assistance. Even if dental insurance can’t help pay for the price of cosmetic dentistry, you might consider our alternative solutions, such as our in-house dental savings plan that offers discounts on services or even CareCredit financing to turn your treatment cost into monthly payments with little to no interest involved.