Cosmetic Procedures

CEREC by Sirona Dental Systems is the world's only system for the fabrication of all ceramic dental restorations in one office visit. With CEREC at your dentist's side, you can be in and out in a single visit with a permanent, all ceramic crown, onlay, or veneer! For you, the patient, this means fewer injections, less drilling, and less time out of your hectic schedule for dental care.

For more info on the CEREC system please visit the CEREC Patient Information Page.

Porcelain Veneers: Veneers are a beautiful way to fix damaged or stained teeth. A thin layer of porcelain covers the teeth, making for a bright smile.

Composite Bonding: Preferable to the silver amalgam filling, the composite filling is tooth-colored and blends perfectly with your own smile.

Whitening Options: Your smile is important. It's one of the first things that's noticed when you meet someone new. A whiter, brighter smile is beautiful; it can help you feel better about yourself and make a memorable impression to everyone you meet.

Your lifestyle and the aging process can stain and darken your teeth. Many things we do on a regular basis can contribute to stained teeth, such as drinking coffee, tea, cola and red wine or smoking. Whitening can get your smile looking its best.

Non-professional procedures and clinically unproven teeth whitening tips can often lead to unsatisfactory results. You should look for a whitening procedure that is:
• Fast and convenient
• Long lasting
• Low sensitivity
• Proven to be safe and effective
• Performed by a Dental Professional

 

Procedure	Treatment Time	Results	Pros/Cons	Cost
ZOOM! Chairside Whitening	45 minutes	Average 8 shades	• Immediate results • Long lasting • Less fadeback • Safe & comfortable • Performed by a Dental Professional	• $399 • Will receive a coupon for whitening trays for future touch-ups for only $199 (Expires in six months)
Custom-made at-home trays	7 – 14 days	6 shades	•  Self-applied gel to trays that mold to your teeth for better results •  Trays are messy •  No immediate whitening results	• $299 for trays • $65 for whitening gel
Whitening strips or paint-on gel	7 – 30 days	3-4 shades	• Cheaper at-home option • Inconsistent tooth whitening • No immediate whitening results	•  $40 - $50
Whitening toothpaste	1 month +	1 – 2 shades	• Cheapest option • Results fade if you discontinue usage • Affects superficial stains only • No immediate whitening results	•  $5 - $10