Cosmetic dental work has allowed countless patients to enhance their smiles and resolve frustrating tooth defects that can make it difficult to grin proudly. However, no treatment is right for everyone, so the process of receiving cosmetic dentistry always begins with a thorough consultation with your oral health professional. Here’s a quick overview of a few excellent questions to ask your cosmetic dentist.
Will I Need Preliminary Treatments?
A patient will need to be in suitable oral health in order to qualify for cosmetic dental treatments. If you have any oral infections like cavities or gum disease, your dentist will probably have to address them with restorative work or periodontal therapy before you can be approved for a cosmetic procedure. Thankfully, these treatments usually receive partial insurance coverage since they provide oral health benefits.
Which Cosmetic Treatments Can Help Me Achieve My Goals?
During your consultation, your dentist will be sure to ask about your goals for the treatment so they can determine the best way to help you achieve them. After an oral exam and a review of your medical history, your dentist may recommend:
- Porcelain veneers: These devices can completely transform a smile by concealing cracks, chips, gaps, stains, and misshapenness with beautiful restorations.
- Metal-free dental crowns: These devices can restore compromised teeth or reshape stubby ones while preserving their natural appearance.
- Dental bonding: This painless and noninvasive procedure can be an easy way to fix minor chips, cracks, gaps, and stains.
- Teeth whitening: Professional treatments from your dentist can lift stubborn stains and leave your smile up to eight shades whiter.
Can Cosmetic Dentistry Be Affordable?
It’s understandable that you’re probably interested in how much cosmetic dental work will cost, and your dentist will be happy to walk you through the treatment and the associated expenses so you can know what to expect on your bill. However, your provider may also offer options like:
- Flexible financing: Many dental offices offer payment plans that can break patients’ bills into easy monthly installments.
- In-house savings plan: Your provider may offer a program that covers your routine oral health care and provides significant discounts on other services for a low monthly fee.
- Specials: Your dentist may offer specials such as free consultations for treatments like orthodontics and dental implants.
Don’t let treatable dental defects make it difficult for you to smile proudly at friends, family, coworkers, and strangers. Consulting with your dentist can help you find the best cosmetic procedures for you.
About the Practice
La Prada Family Dentistry of Garland offers the finest oral healthcare to local families. Led by Drs. Le-Anne Ho, Brian Kang, Brian Hwangpo, Farbode Karimi, and Jay Patel, the staff treats each patient with compassion, courtesy, and exemplary customer service. Areas of expertise include general, restorative, emergency, and cosmetic dentistry. To schedule your consultation for cosmetic treatment, contact the office online or dial (214) 227-6577.
