Cosmetic Dentistry – Millersville, MD
Look Great & Feel Even Better
As dental professionals, we can tell you that practically no one is born with perfect teeth. Each person tends to have one or two things they’d like to change about their smile, whether that involves getting rid of stains, fixing crowding, or closing unwanted gaps. Fortunately, all of this and much more is very possible with cosmetic dentistry. Whether you hope to remove a tiny flaw or completely transform your look, the team at McCarl Dental Group at Shipley's Choice is ready and able to help you do it, and to get started, all you have to do is give us a call.
Why Choose McCarl Dental Group at Shipley's Choice for Cosmetic Dentistry?
- Highly-Skilled Dentists Who Are Constantly Learning & Improving
- Professional Teeth Whitening Can Make Stains Disappear
- Get Your Own Personalized Smile Makeover Plan
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Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers can be used to give a patient a whiter, straighter, and more vibrant smile in as little as two appointments. This treatment involves placing thin ceramic coverings directly over the front of the teeth to improve their shape, size, and color in whatever way a patient wants. They are specially made for each person, and you can get just one or an entire set depending on your goals. Once in place, veneers can be trusted to last for about 20 years.
All-Ceramic Dental Restorations
The newest dental materials allow our team to repair teeth in a way that not only makes them strong, but beautiful as well. Crowns made of 100% white dental porcelain can stand up to everyday chewing forces as well as replicate the appearance of real enamel down to the smallest detail, including how it reflects light. These allow us to bring back a patient’s oral health and confidence at the same time, and once in place, only you and your dentist will know which tooth isn’t original!
Teeth Whitening
It’s very common for the teeth to develop stains and discolor as the years go by, whether due to coffee, wine, tobacco, or simply aging. Thankfully, professional teeth whitening can be used to practically turn back the clock and give someone a smile that’s six to eight shades brighter. We’ve found that treatments used to bleach the teeth in under an hour tend to cause sensitivity and discomfort, which is why we prefer to use Zoom! and Day/Night Whitening kits instead. These are take-home treatments that require a patient to wear a set of mouth trays filled with bleaching gel for about 30 minutes a day. After about two weeks, a patient should see complete results, and they’ll enjoy a comfortable process from beginning to end.
Smile Makeovers
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Invisalign® Clear Braces
Many adults would love to straighten their teeth, but there is just one problem: they can’t imagine facing the world with a mouthful of metal braces. This is completely understandable—braces are typically associated with children, and you’ve worked hard to create a polished and professional image. With Invisalign, we can help you achieve the perfectly straight smile you’ve always wanted while those around you don’t even notice you’re undergoing treatment. Patients just have to wear a series of clear plastic aligners that slowly shift the teeth, and they are so discreet that they practically disappear when worn.
Cosmetic Dentistry FAQs
How Do I Know If I Need Cosmetic Dentistry?
If you’re curious whether you are a good candidate for cosmetic dentistry, the first step is to schedule a consultation with a member of our dental team. From there, we will go over the concerns you have about your smile as well as the goals you would like to achieve. Based on our findings as well as your preferences, we will create a comprehensive plan that details which service(s) to pursue. This will allow you to better understand how we plan to address the problem areas of your smile and what kind of results you can expect to achieve.
How Can Cosmetic Dentistry Change Your Life?
While your physical appearance will naturally improve with the help of cosmetic dentistry, it’s not the only component of your life that will be impacted. When you like the look of your smile, you will notice a dramatic increase in confidence.
As a result, you may feel more apt to pursue professional opportunities either in a new job or seeking a promotion at work, for example. You might also consider engaging in social activities with friends or meeting new people that you might have otherwise isolated yourself from before.
You will see over time that your physical, mental, and emotional well-being improves when opting for cosmetic dental treatment.
Is Cosmetic Dentistry Expensive?
The reality is that some cosmetic dental procedures can be costlier than others, as dental insurance is unlikely to cover the cost of treatment. However, this doesn’t mean that it’s out of reach financially. Just because you may be unable to pay the full amount upfront doesn’t mean that you can’t seek alternative solutions to make your out-of-pocket expenses lower.
At McCarl Dental Group at Shipley’s Choice, you can inquire about signing up for a low- or no-interest payment plan with CareCredit. This third-party financier makes it easy to choose a plan that works with your budget and schedule. Instead of worrying about surprise fees along the way, you know the amount that you agree to from the start.
What is the Difference Between a Dentist and a Cosmetic Dentist?
Cosmetic dentists undergo additional training to be able to perform various cosmetic dental treatments in-house. Although it is not a specialization that is recognized by the American Dental Association (ADA) like orthodontics, pedodontics, endodontics, prosthodontics, etc., it does require that individuals spend additional time learning and receiving hands-on experience in administering teeth whitening treatment, applying veneers, and creating even gumlines.
No matter if a person is a general dentist or cosmetic dentist, they must have a DDS or DMD before being able to practice legally.