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Create the Smile
You’ve Always Wanted
Maybe you just want to give your smile a slight touchup, or maybe you want to make extensive improvements to your teeth. Our experts at Ocean Oaks Dental Group of Vero Beach will listen carefully to your needs and create a treatment plan that will bring out the best in your smile, which can enhance your confidence and have a positive impact on your personal and professional relationships. Set up an appointment with us today to learn more about cosmetic dentistry in Vero Beach, FL.
Why Choose Ocean Oaks Dental Group of Vero Beach for Cosmetic Dentistry?
- Virtual Smile Design Previews of Your Desired Dental Results
- In-House Dental Laboratory For Ideal Fit & Color Matching
- Trusted Dentists by Vero Beach Since 1962
Virtual Smile Design
Sometimes, it’s hard to picture what your smile will look like after a cosmetic treatment. To help you make a decision that you’re comfortable with, we can edit a picture of your teeth to show what they’ll look like after being covered with veneers, enhanced with whitening, or improved with other cosmetic procedures. You can take these images home with you to review them if you need a little extra time to think about your decision.
Porcelain Veneers
Veneers can make all kinds of cosmetic flaws disappear. From stubborn stains to visible chips and cracks to gaps in your grin to slightly rotated teeth, all of these issues can be dealt with at once with the help of personalized veneers. A thin sheath of tooth-colored material is attached to the front of the teeth, thus hiding any number of imperfections. They can be used to improve a single tooth or achieve a complete smile makeover.
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Metal-Free Dental Restorations
At Ocean Oaks Dental Group of Vero Beach, you can get a crown made out of a tooth-colored material instead of traditional metal. This is not choosing aesthetics over functionality; the crowns we create not only match your natural smile, but they also last for a very long time with proper maintenance. You can therefore protect your teeth from further damage or infection without having to worry about how a metal-colored crown might detract from your overall appearance.
Cosmetic Dental Bonding
Some smiles only need a small touch-up to bring out their full beauty, which is where cosmetic bonding comes in. This simple procedure can be done in just one visit without having to worry about prior preparations; we simply need to apply a small amount of composite resin to the spots on the teeth where flaws are present, then carefully mold and blend the material so that it appears to be part of the tooth itself.
Teeth Whitening
Discoloration of the teeth usually happens gradually and can be linked to many factors such as coffee, wine, tobacco, certain medications, and sometimes genetics. Teeth whitening is the process of removing particles that are causing dark stains in your teeth to make them appear brighter. While you can go to the store to find several whitening products, a professional teeth whitening treatment will be much more effective in getting rid of stains above and below the surface of the enamel.
Smile Makeovers
We can put together a smile makeover plan that combines your desired dental treatments based on what changes you want to make. This simulation helps to bring a picture of some great-looking smiles so that you can point to the sort of things that you would like to see in your own smile; this can give us an idea of how to proceed with your ideal treatment.
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Understanding the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry can help patients achieve a smile that makes them feel confident when they smile in the mirror. However, many people worry about the cost of their upcoming procedure because cosmetic dentistry is rarely covered by dental insurance. During your consultation with us, we are happy to go over the cost of your treatment in detail so you know exactly what you can expect. Until then, here are some things for you to take into consideration.
Which Cosmetic Dental Service Is Right for Me?
There are a variety of cosmetic services to choose from. Here is what they consist of:
- Cosmetic Dental Bonding: This quick, non-invasive procedure is ideal for making small changes to your smile. This includes repairing chipped teeth and filling in small gaps. Most of the time, cosmetic bonding is the most affordable option available, but it needs to be replaced every 3 to 10 years.
- Teeth Whitening: Professional teeth whitening can be completed quickly, and it works much better than any products you can find over the counter. This is another one of the more affordable cosmetic solutions that we have available.
- Veneers: Veneers are the easiest way to change multiple aspects of your smile at once. This includes teeth that are stained, chipped, undersized, misshapen, gapped, and more.
- Smile Makeovers: A smile makeover combines restorative and cosmetic procedures to completely transform your smile. It is the most costly option, but it will have the most dramatic results.
Cosmetic Dentistry Can Be an Investment Worth Making
Cosmetic dentistry might sound expensive at first, but it’s important to consider the investment you are making in the future of your smile. To determine if a cosmetic dental procedure is right for you, think about what the outcome will be. If you aren’t currently confident when you smile in the mirror due to flaws in your teeth, cosmetic dentistry may be the difference that makes you proud to show off your pearly whites. Increased confidence can result in better relationships, an improved social life, and additional professional achievements.
How to Make Cosmetic Dentistry Affordable
Cosmetic dental procedures are not usually covered by dental insurance because they are considered to be elective. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean that you will be left completely on your own. To accurately determine costs, we invite you to schedule a complimentary consultation with no obligation. This way, we can discuss your treatment plan and explore your payment options. We are also happy to accept payments through CareCredit – a third-party financing company that can split the cost of your treatment into manageable monthly installments with little to no interest. To learn more about your financial options, don’t hesitate to reach out to one of our friendly team members.
Cosmetic Dentistry FAQs
How Long Does Cosmetic Work Take?
The timeline for your treatment plan depends on what procedure(s) you’re doing. For some patients, the process can be completed in as few as one or two appointments. However, more complex work may require more time. Regardless, we will work as efficiently as possible so you can start enjoying your beautiful, brilliant smile quickly, and we can provide an accurate estimated timeline at your consultation. As a result, you can have a clearer idea of when treatment will be finished.
Am I a Good Candidate for Cosmetic Dentistry?
If you are keeping up with your at-home oral hygiene and regularly visit our office for checkups and cleanings, you likely qualify for cosmetic dental work. All that’s required is generally healthy teeth and gums! If you have gum disease, a cavity, or some other issue, we’ll need to deal with that first. Then, we can worry about the aesthetics of your smile. In addition to our discussion about what you’re hoping to achieve, we’ll make sure nothing is standing in the way between you and your dream smile.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures?
Other than some rare exceptions, dental insurance plans typically do not include cosmetic benefits. This means you will likely need to pay for treatment completely out-of-pocket. Sometimes, restorative and cosmetic work overlap, in which case part of the cost could be covered by insurance. We can look at your particular plan and find out exactly what is and isn’t your responsibility to pay and let you know exactly what to expect. After all, the only surprise should be how much you love the results!
How Much Does Cosmetic Work Cost?
Because each case involves a unique smile and a customized treatment plan, the cost varies from patient to patient. In fact, we won’t be able to provide a clear cost estimate until we’ve had the chance to check out your smile as it is now and then discuss your options in person. However, regardless of what procedure(s) you get, our team is here to make treatment more affordable through financing through CareCredit, the industry’s leading financier. As a result, you can break up the total into easier monthly payments.