Cosmetic Dentist Springfield
Experience Your Dream Smile
While the health and longevity of your smile will always be our top priorities, we understand that the appearance of your teeth matters a lot as well. If you feel self-conscious because of noticeable stains, gaps, or chips, Dr. Gramse can make all of these flaws and more disappear with cosmetic dentistry in Springfield or Palmer. From minor updates to dramatic makeovers, she can help you achieve the look you’ve always desired while making the experience comfortable and convenient.
Why Choose Dr. Laura Gramse Family Dental Care for Cosmetic Dentistry?
- Trusted by Springfield & Palmer for 25+ Years
- We Prioritize Relationships Over Profits
- Kind, Friendly, & Warm Dental Team
Cosmetic Dental Bonding
As quick and easy as it is effective, cosmetic dental bonding enables Dr. Gramse to literally sculpt a tooth to perfection. A small amount of color-matched composite resin is applied to the enamel, and this is shaped to cover a stain, chip, gap, or whatever else a patient doesn’t like. Once the material has been polished and hardened, no one will be able to tell if something was ever wrong.
Teeth Whitening
Have a special event coming up around the corner and want to make sure you look your absolute best? We can make your teeth six to eight shades whiter in less than an hour with our in-office teeth whitening procedure. Or, we can send you home with a professional-strength take-home kit, allowing you to relax on the couch while making those stubborn coffee or wine stains vanish.
BOTOX®
The smile is about more than just the teeth. The lips, cheeks, and forehead (essentially your entire face) contribute to your overall appearance as much as your pearly whites do. With BOTOX, we can make sure your smile has the perfect “backdrop” by giving you smoother, more youthful skin that is free of deep wrinkles and fine lines. Dr. Gramse can provide this treatment right in the office to help you walk out looking like the best version of yourself every time you come to see us.
Smile Makeovers
Ready to hit the reset button when it comes to your smile? A smile makeover allows you to do just that! Dr. Gramse will combine restorative and cosmetic dentistry procedures as needed into one seamless treatment plan so that you’re able to make the changes you want as efficiently as possible. She’ll lay out everything at an initial consultation so you’ll know what to expect each step of the way as your ideal look comes closer and closer.
Understanding the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry
Many patients are apprehensive about pursuing treatment because dental insurance does not usually cover the cost. As “elective” services, insurers do not deem them medically necessary, so it’s up to you to pay out of pocket. However, the cost of cosmetic dentistry is not out of reach, especially when working alongside our dental team. There are many options to choose from with different price points, so you can get the smile you truly deserve while remaining well within your budget.
Which Cosmetic Dental Service is Right for Me?
Dr. Gramse will sit down with you to discuss the problem areas of your smile. Since you are likely to have more than one issue that you want to address, it may be necessary to consider more than one type of treatment. No matter which one(s) you choose to pursue, though, you can entrust that we will guide you to a solution that is cost-effective and produces beautiful results.
- Teeth Whitening: This relatively fast and affordable cosmetic solution is designed to eliminate stains and discoloration above and below the surface of the enamel. It’s highly effective but can only treat the color of teeth, not the size or shape.
- Smile Makeovers: This service combines multiple treatment options into one cohesive plan. Depending on how many you and your dentist choose, it can become a costlier solution but delivers outstanding results that can truly last.
- Cosmetic Dental Bonding: When minor imperfections need to be concealed, cosmetic dental bonding is a quick and easy way to improve the look of your smile. It is an affordable option that can be completed in one appointment; however, it does only last a few years.
- Botox: Targeting fine lines and wrinkles can help to boost your confidence and overall appearance. This solution works well in combination with other services designed to enhance the look of your smile, but it does require regular upkeep to maintain results.
Cosmetic Dentistry Can Be an Investment Worth Making
The focus of cosmetic dentistry may be to improve your smile’s aesthetics, but a beautiful smile can have positive effects on your mental and emotional health. Not only will you feel more confident when looking in the mirror, but this frame of mind will carry with you throughout your day and into the workplace or classroom. Not to mention, you’ll feel more comfortable around family and friends. With the help of cosmetic dentistry, you can enjoy a better-quality smile for the rest of your life!
How to Make Cosmetic Dentistry Affordable
Since traditional dental insurance is unlikely to cover the cost of your cosmetic dental treatment, you’ll need to consider alternative ways to pay for your new smile. Fortunately, Dr. Gramse and our team can lessen the burden by offering CareCredit Financing. By partnering with this third-party financier, we make it possible for you to enroll in a low-or-no-interest plan that breaks up the cost of your treatment into manageable monthly payments.
There are no surprise fees, no pre-payment penalties, and you can choose which plan works best for your budget.
Cosmetic Dentistry FAQs
Is Cosmetic Dentistry Expensive?
While people commonly assume cosmetic dentistry to be quite expensive, this is not always the case. Though you’ll probably have to pay out of pocket since insurance rarely covers elective cosmetic procedures, some treatments like cosmetic dental bonding can be quite affordable. While enhancing your smile might seem like a big expense at first, it can also be seen as an investment that improves your self-esteem, quality of life, and possibly even your professional opportunities. We offer financing options through CareCredit, a third-party financier that allows patients to break their bill into easily manageable monthly payments with little or no interest.
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Is Cosmetic Dentistry Safe?
Most cosmetic dental treatments are completely safe for most patients as long as they are administered by a trained professional. Since different people qualify for different treatments, Dr. Gramse conducts a thorough evaluation of a patient’s oral health before recommending any procedure. Sometimes it is necessary to perform preliminary treatments so a cosmetic procedure can be safely carried out. For example, concealing a cavity with cosmetic dental bonding will shelter the infection and allow it to become worse, so any tooth decay will have to be resolved before the treatment can take place.
While over-the-counter whitening kits may seem tempting, they deliver inconsistent results and can lead to injury due to faulty products or user error. Teeth whitening treatments from our Springfield office, however, are carefully administered by a qualified dentist, making them completely safe.
Does Cosmetic Dentistry Hurt?
Even a patient with their heart set on achieving a more beautiful smile can be nervous about how stressful their cosmetic treatment will be. Dr. Gramse knows this, so she is dedicated to ensuring that each patient’s treatment is as comfortable as possible. Many cosmetic procedures, such as teeth whitening and cosmetic dental bonding, are non-invasive and require no anesthesia. For more intensive treatments like tooth-colored dental crowns, Dr. Gramse will use a local anesthetic to ensure that the process is completely painless. While you may experience some soreness or sensitivity for a few days after your procedure, this should be mild and temporary. However, please call our office if your pain seems to be worsening after several days.
How Do I Know if I Need Cosmetic Dentistry?
If you’re not completely happy with the way your smile looks in the mirror, you can probably be an excellent candidate for cosmetic dentistry. While over-the-counter whitening products can lead to lackluster results, professional teeth whitening at our office can leave your teeth up to eight shades brighter in a short timeframe. While chips and cracks can leave teeth more vulnerable to infections, a beautiful and functional tooth-colored dental crown may be just the thing to restore your smile and protect your tooth. If you’re interested in looking younger, cosmetic treatments may be able to take a few decades off your smile. However, the only way to know for sure which treatments you qualify for is to book a cosmetic dental consultation with Dr. Gramse. After evaluating your oral health, she will be able to recommend the procedures that can deliver the results you want.
