Real Cases From Our Chairs
What Can You Do About a Missing or Broken Tooth?
Alex | Dental Implant
It started with a tooth that broke off right at the gumline, and the pain that came with it. There wasn’t enough left to repair, so we removed what remained and placed a dental implant. His pain has eased, and he’s smiling again.
Beverly | Dental Implant
Beverly’s smile is complete again. After a tooth had to be removed, the empty space was the first thing she noticed in the mirror. A dental implant now sits where that tooth used to be, and she’s happy with what she sees.
Tony | Dental Implant and Veneers
For years, Tony smiled with his lips closed. Between a missing tooth and dark fillings in the front, keeping his teeth hidden had become a habit. An implant replaced the missing tooth, and porcelain veneers covered the dark fillings. These days, he shows his teeth when he smiles.
Randy | Dental Implants
According to his wife, Randy smiles more now than he ever has. That’s a big shift for someone who was living with several broken teeth, a lot of pain, and a real dislike of seeing himself in photos. Dental implants replaced his decayed and broken teeth and gave him a smile he’s happy to show.
Can Teeth Worn Down From Grinding Be Rebuilt?
Brittany | Invisalign and Veneers
Grinding wears teeth down gradually, and for Brittany it left her front teeth worn with spaces she didn’t like. Fixing how her teeth fit together came first, using Invisalign, so her bite would be in a better position. Veneers then restored the shape of her front teeth for a result made to last.
Matt | Invisalign, Veneers, and Crowns
Matt’s case needed a plan in stages. Years of grinding and bite problems had seriously damaged his front teeth, so step one was Invisalign to straighten his teeth and correct his bite. Step two was rebuilding their shape and color with veneers and crowns. His teeth work together properly now, and he loves his new smile.
If grinding is wearing down your own teeth, our TMJ and bruxism treatment can help protect them.
How Are Gaps and Uneven Edges Fixed?
Craig | Invisalign and Cosmetic Bonding
One gap, two treatments. Invisalign moved Craig’s front teeth together to close the space, and cosmetic bonding reshaped them into the smile he’d always wanted.
Lauren | Cosmetic Contouring
Wedding photos stick around for a lifetime, and Lauren wanted to love hers. The small bumps along the edges of her teeth were the one thing bothering her. A conservative round of cosmetic contouring gently smoothed them out in time for her big day.
Elaine | Invisalign and Contouring
Elaine came in knowing exactly what she wanted: the space between her front teeth closed and the bumps along their edges smoothed. Invisalign took care of the space and aligned her teeth, and contouring finished the rough edges. Her treatment stayed focused on those two goals.
What If Your Old Veneers or Denture No Longer Work for You?
Rhonda | Replacement Veneers
Finding the right team took Rhonda a while. Her old veneers had begun to stain along the gumline, and she didn’t want to trust just anyone to redo them. Her new veneers were made to look natural next to the rest of her smile.
Paul | Fillings and New Denture
A new denture only works as well as the teeth and bite around it. Paul’s old denture fit poorly and his bite was off, so we treated the decay on his lower teeth first. His new denture now looks better and works much better when he eats and speaks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Every smile starts from a different place, so your results will be your own. During your consultation, our doctors will tell you honestly what treatment can change for your teeth and what it can’t, so you know what to expect before you commit.
It depends on what’s bothering you and the condition of your teeth and bite. A missing tooth may call for an implant, while a small gap may only need bonding or Invisalign. Our doctors will recommend the least involved option that solves the problem well.
Yes. Several patients on this page had Invisalign first, followed by veneers, bonding, or contouring. When multiple treatments work together, we plan them as one smile makeover so each step supports the next.
It varies by treatment. Invisalign usually takes about 6 to 18 months, and dental implants take a few months to allow for healing. Bonding and contouring can often be completed in a single visit.
Your dental benefits still work with us. We estimate your benefits before treatment starts so you know your portion ahead of time, and we also offer financing through Cherry and CareCredit.
