Cosmetic Dentist - Metairie, LA

Your smile should reflect the real you — confident, beautiful, and healthy. If you don’t feel completely satisfied with the appearance of your teeth, it’s time to consider cosmetic dentistry. Your Metairie cosmetic dentist, Dr. Mayda Ferguson, can build a personalized treatment plan to help you achieve your most beautiful smile. Keep reading to learn more about everything we can do for you, then schedule an appointment for superior cosmetic dentistry today!

Veneers

When your smile is affected by several imperfections — whether they are tooth chips, cracks, stains, or anything else — veneers in Metairie could be a superb solution for you. These thin coverings remake the appearance of the teeth that show when you smile. Veneers are customized to match the size, shape, and shade that will suit you best, and they are securely affixed directly to the front teeth. Dental porcelain looks exactly like your natural teeth — except better, of course. Also, it’s highly resistant to stains, so your smile will stay the same beautiful shade of white for years after their application. Most adult patients (over the age of 18) are eligible for veneers.

Metal-Free Dental Restorations

When your front teeth have been impaired, you need a solution that fixes the way they look as well as the way they function. Metal-free dental restorations provide a perfect blend of cosmetic and restorative dentistry for teeth that have been affected by injury or decay. Porcelain or ceramic dental crowns, inlays/onlays, and veneers can beautifully repair the form and function of the teeth that show when you smile. And, thanks to CEREC technology, the treatment can often be completed in just one visit to Second Line Family Dentistry. Porcelain/ceramic restorations can last just as long as those constructed of metal or gold alloys, and they provide the aesthetic solution you want and need.

Direct Bonding

The same biocompatible material used for tooth-colored fillings can also be used to make minor or moderate cosmetic improvements to your front teeth. Chipped, cracked, broken, stained, and even slightly gapped teeth can be corrected with composite resin with the treatment known as direct bonding. Dr. Ferguson will apply the color-matched resin directly to the affected tooth, then sculpt it and shape it to renew its overall appearance. The composite material will then be hardened within minutes under a high-powered UV light. Direct bonding is usually completed in just one visit to Second Line Family Dentistry, and the non-invasive procedure can be performed painlessly without the need for local anesthesia (though sedation is always available for patients who would like to use it). Direct bonding is an efficient any affordable option compared to other cosmetic dentistry procedures.

Teeth Whitening (At-Home and In-Practice)

Most adults find that their teeth don’t look as bright and beautiful as they once did. This is often the result of repeated exposures to coffee, dark soda, and even just less-than-perfect dental hygiene. Fortunately, your Metairie cosmetic dentist has a solution: at-home or in-practice teeth whitening.

Talk to Dr. Ferguson about what you’re looking to achieve with professional teeth whitening, and your dentist will make a recommendation that suits you and your smile goals best. At-home teeth whitening can be completed at the pace you are most comfortable with, and it usually requires two weeks of daily use to get the full result. You will notice a brighter smile after the very first use, but you should still complete the treatment for full whitening.

Patients who wish to benefit from faster results can choose our in-practice teeth whitening option. In just one, one hour visit to Second Line Family Dentistry, we can break through stains and reveal teeth that are up to eight shades brighter!

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ClearCorrect Clear Braces

It’s never too late to benefit from orthodontic treatment, but you may reach the point when you feel too old to wear traditional metal braces. Patients who wish for a more subtle orthodontic approach can benefit from ClearCorrect clear braces. This method uses clear aligners to place pressure on specific teeth throughout the treatment. Over the course of 12 to 18 months, on average, the teeth will be realigned. ClearCorrect is a convenient, comfortable alternative to traditional braces.

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Understanding the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry

Even if you want cosmetic dentistry, you may think it’s too pricey. That’s a fair worry – dental insurance doesn’t often cover aesthetic work, after all. Still, the cost of cosmetic dentistry varies; you should get an exact estimate from our dentists. Our team will also work to make care affordable, guiding you through the cost factors, payment options, and more. Learn other key details by reading below or by calling our office.

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Which Cosmetic Dental Service is Right for Me?

Patients often want one (or more) of three things from cosmetic dentistry: whiter teeth, straighter teeth, or differently shaped teeth. Even so, don’t forget that this field’s treatments have varied prices and effects. You should compare them beforehand so you get the right service.

 

Here at Second Line Family Dentistry, we offer cosmetic procedures like:

 

• Teeth Whitening – Teeth whitening is a service that directly brightens your grin. However, our office offers two types of it – an in-office version and take-home kits. While both methods quickly change tooth color, they don’t help with tooth shape or position.
• Veneers – Modern veneers are small shells placed on the fronts of teeth. Since they’re made of porcelain, they can hide tooth stains, chips, and cracks behind a shiny white surface.
• Direct Bonding – Direct bonding uses special resin to hide a smile’s minor flaws (small tooth stains, chips, etc.). That means it costs little and has seamless results, though its effects don’t last long.
• Metal-Free Restorations – Metal-free restorations are fillings and crowns that match your smile’s shade. Since their materials are tooth-colored, they “blend in”” with your grin and don’t draw unwanted attention. They can thus hide and treat your mouth’s decayed areas.
• ClearCorrect® Clear Braces – Invisalign is a highly effective clear aligner system that straightens teeth. Due to its advanced traits, it often costs a few thousand dollars.

 

Cosmetic Dentistry Is An Investment Worth Making

Though it may seem expensive, cosmetic dentistry usually pays off. Its varied services make great long-term investments – emotional, financial, etc.

 

You see, a pretty smile can often raise your quality of life. A grin that looks gorgeous will help you feel better about your looks, boosting your confidence as a result. You’ll then interact more smoothly with friends and family; you won’t have to worry about your appearance, speech, etc.

 

It’s also the case that cosmetic dentistry can pay for itself. When your smile improves, you’ll likely make good impressions leading to career success. These achievements can range from passing job interviews to promotions or raises. As you’d expect, such things would make up for the cost of care.

 

How to Make Cosmetic Dentistry Affordable

Dental insurance may not cover it, but you can make cosmetic dentistry more affordable. Just look at our practice’s handy and varied payment options for help! We happen to offer the following services:

 

• Special Offers – Currently, our practice is running three special offers on teeth whitening. We can provide in-office bleaching for $400, bleaching trays for $250, and bleach strips for $85.
• Flexible Financing – Second Line Family Dentistry works with CareCredit, a reputable 3rd party financier. They’ll let you pay for cosmetic dentistry in monthly installments.

 

Even if it looks dreamy, a beautiful smile doesn’t have to drain your account. Learn how to properly finance one by seeing us!

Cosmetic Dentistry FAQs

If you’re not in love with the smile you see in the mirror, your cosmetic dentist in Metairie is here for you. Dr. Ferguson can help you achieve the results you want using a customized treatment plan. It’s normal to be a bit apprehensive before you’re ready to commit to a procedure, but there’s no need to worry. Dr. Ferguson will take the time to explain the process and what you can expect. All your concerns will be addressed, so you can feel confident in your decision. While you wait for your consultation, here are the answers to a few common questions we hear to help ease your worries.