Cosmetic Dentistry Boca Raton
I Want to Improve My Smile
Do you want the kind of smile that always lights up the room? Or do you just want to get rid of noticeable stains, chips, cracks, and gaps that force you to hide your teeth in social situations? With cosmetic dentistry in Boca Raton, our team at Alberto J. Lamberti, DMD can easily give you a smile fit for the silver screen, often in just one or two simple appointments. Whether you want a slight touch-up or a complete smile makeover, we can make it happen, and we know you’ll love the results!
Why Choose Alberto J. Lamberti DMD for Cosmetic Dentistry?
- Advanced Technology Ensures Lifelike Results
- Veneers & Onlays in One Single Visit
- Skilled Restorative Dentist with Decades of Experience
Veneers
Every time you watch a movie or turn on the TV, you’ve likely seen veneers. They are extremely thin ceramic coverings designed to look like flawless white enamel, and they are the secret behind many of Hollywood’s most beautiful smiles. They fit directly onto the teeth and are able to hide permanent stains, chips, cracks, gaps, and even straighten slightly crooked teeth. They are always custom-made to a patient’s specifications, and you can get them in as few as two appointments.
Metal-Free Dental Restorations
Metal-free restorations are the perfect marriage between durability and beauty. Made of 100% dental porcelain, EMAX, and LISI materials, they can be shaded to match any patient’s smile so they blend in effortlessly. This material is able to mimic the appearance of natural enamel so well that it even reflects light in the same way. With it, we can repair a tooth in such a way that a patient’s dental problem will look like it never existed.
Dental Bonding
Minor stains, chips, and gaps in the teeth can all be taken care of in just an hour or less using direct bonding. For this procedure, we simply apply a naturally-colored composite resin to a tooth and sculpts it to perfection, hiding any flaw in the process. The treatment is fast, completely painless, and patients can look forward to their results lasting for years. It’s also one of the most affordable cosmetic dentistry treatments available today!
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Teeth Whitening
Looking to brighten your smile and tackle tough stains from coffee, wine, or smoking? With in-office teeth whitening solutions like Opalescence, you can achieve teeth up to eight shades whiter in less than an hour! This revolutionary in-office treatment breaks up even the most stubborn stains for dazzling and fast results.
Need something more convenient? We also offer a take-home kit with a custom tray and a powerful bleaching gel pen. This allows you to brighten your smile and touch it up whenever you need it right from home!
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Gum Recontouring/Crown Lengthening
If you have excessive gum tissue covering up portions of your teeth, you have what’s known as a “gummy smile,” and unfortunately, it might be something that makes you feel a little self-conscious. Luckily, it’s something that can easily be addressed with a process called gum recontouring, or crown lengthening. Dr. Lamberti and his team can gently, safely remove this excess tissue and reshape your gumline to improve your smile’s aesthetics tenfold!
Smile Makeovers
If you’re suffering from multiple aesthetic dental flaws, you might be worried that treatment isn’t an option—however, smile makeovers exist for this sole reason! Dr. Lamberti can put together a custom treatment plan composed of various cosmetic dentistry services, from veneers and whitening to even metal-free restorations, quickly made in-house using CEREC technology. Whatever issues are ailing your smile, a treatment plan can be made to reverse them and send your confidence soaring! Plus, we utilize digital treatment planning with Smilecloud to show you exactly what your results will look like before getting started, helping you to feel even better about your choice.
Understanding the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry
Patients are often a little bit intimidated by the price of cosmetic dentistry, especially considering that much of this care is unlikely to be covered by dental insurance. However, we still want to make it as easy as possible to pay for the care that you receive from us so that you can fully enjoy the beautiful new smile it affords you.
We’ll be sure to give you a complete estimate of what your dental care is going to cost when we meet you in person, but before then, here’s what you should know about the potential costs associated with cosmetic dentistry.
What Cosmetic Dental Service Is Right for Me?
One of the most important parts of budgeting for your cosmetic dental care is selecting the treatment that’s best for you. There’s no shortage of treatments available to you, and picking the one you need comes down to what you’re looking to change about your smile, as well as what your budget looks like.
If you’re looking for treatments on the inexpensive side, direct bonding is capable of covering up a wide range of imperfections—chips, cracks, and discoloration—via the use of a tooth-colored resin. You might also be interested in teeth whitening, which can give you a smile up to eight shades whiter than the one you had before.
On the other hand, those willing to spend a little bit more may be interested in veneers. These thin shards of porcelain can cover the teeth completely, changing their apparent shape and color. Some combination of all of these treatments can also be completed via the use of a “smile makeover.”
We’ll be sure to tell you more about what each of these treatments might cost you, as well as which can help you, when we meet you in person.
Cosmetic Dentistry Can Be an Investment Worth Making
Cosmetic dentistry can certainly seem like a large financial commitment, but the fact is that you aren’t paying for nothing. What you’ll get for your money is an incredible smile and life-changing confidence. You’ll find that your social and professional life will both improve, allowing you to project your best self in any situation.
When you look at it this way, it’s easy to see that cosmetic dentistry is an investment in yourself and your happiness.
How to Make Cosmetic Dentistry Affordable
For the most part, purely aesthetic care is not covered by dental insurance. Most cosmetic dentistry falls under this umbrella—while there are some exceptions we can walk you through when we meet, you typically can not expect to have your cosmetic treatment covered by your dental plan.
Thankfully, we offer methods for our patients to make their care affordable outside of insurance. If you’re uncomfortable with the idea of paying for all of your cosmetic care all at once, you might be interested in financing services through CareCredit. Contingent upon credit approval, you could split the cost of your treatment across several months, often with little interest.
If you’re interested in learning more about how you can make your cosmetic dental treatment affordable, make an appointment for a consultation with us today!
Cosmetic Dentistry FAQs
How Much Does Cosmetic Dentistry Cost?
The cost of cosmetic dentistry varies from case to case. For example, a patient who wants to improve the look of a single tooth with dental bonding will logically owe less than someone who commits to a full set of porcelain veneers. When you visit us for your consultation, our team will be sure to give you a candid estimate for the cost of your procedure. We will also help you explore your payment options. We work with CareCredit to help our patients secure financing if they would like to break up the cost of their treatment into monthly installments.
What Are the Benefits of Cosmetic Dentistry?
The most obvious benefit of cosmetic dentistry is that it improves the appearance of teeth. However, its advantages go much further than that. Cosmetic dentistry can:
- Make you appear younger. Damaged, yellow, or otherwise flawed teeth are often associated with old age. Making over your smile could take years off your appearance.
- Boost your confidence. Looking your best can help you feel your best when you are meeting new people, having your photo taken, or just going about your everyday life.
- Improve your oral health. Some cosmetic treatments have inherent oral health benefits. Others may motivate you to maintain excellent dental hygiene habits due to your desire to keep your teeth looking amazing.
Whom Should I Choose as My Cosmetic Dentist?
Most dentists offer some cosmetic services, but that does not mean you should entrust just any dental professional to enhance your teeth. Dr. Lamberti has an in-depth knowledge of how teeth should be shaped in order to look and function at their best. He has also undergone extensive training in porcelain veneers and other advanced cosmetic procedures.
What Will My Cosmetic Dentistry Results Look Like?
Our team customizes treatments based on a patient’s natural facial characteristics and their personal preferences. We'll listen carefully as you explain your goals, and we will offer insights into what may look best on you. We will consider things such as what color your teeth should be, how big they should look, whether they ought to have a masculine or feminine shape, and so much more. When your treatment is complete, you will have a gorgeous but natural-looking smile.
Is Cosmetic Dentistry Safe?
Some patients assume that undergoing cosmetic dental procedures might enhance their appearance at the cost of their dental health. Although our team is happy to help you boost your confidence, our primary concern is your oral health.
Thankfully, most cosmetic procedures are considered safe when performed by a qualified professional. Not only that, but most of the available treatments are also considered minimally invasive because they’re typically straightforward and don’t often require any needles or numbing.
Why Is Cosmetic Dentistry So Popular?
Historically, the field of dentistry has focused primarily on preventing and treating oral issues, like cavities, gum disease, injuries, and replacing missing teeth. But over time, as new technologies and materials evolved, so did treatment options and accessibility.
That means procedures that once might have been available only to the rich or famous gradually became more attainable for others who didn’t necessarily have the same budget. Plus, upgrades in dental techniques and applications have led to more comfortable, accurate, and lifelike results than were previously available.
How Can I Find the Right Cosmetic Dentist for Me?
Enhancing your smile can be an incredibly personal matter, and it’s only natural to want to find the most qualified person to assist you. However, the American Dental Association (ADA) doesn’t recognize this area as an official specialty topic, so any general dentist can claim to be a skilled provider.
If you’re unsure whether you’ll achieve the desired results with your provider, you might ask about their experience with various cosmetic procedures. You can also inquire about before-and-after photographs of real patients. If they don’t have these available in person, you might also find them on your dentist’s website, along with other customer reviews that can share personal insight about what kind of results to expect.
What Do I Do If I Can’t Afford Cosmetic Dental Services?
Dental insurance can often be a simple and effective way to reduce out-of-pocket expenses for everything from routine preventive care to more complex procedures. That said, these policies don’t usually include services intended to improve your appearance more than your oral health.
Our team believes that everyone deserves a beautiful, healthy smile they can feel proud of, regardless of their financial situation. That’s why we offer flexible financial plans through CareCredit. If your application is approved, you can divide your final invoice into more manageable installments over a designated period.