Cosmetic Dentistry in Alexandria, MN

If you’re in good oral and overall health, chances are that you are a good candidate for cosmetic dentistry.

If you’re struggling with oral health issues like gum disease, cavities, or occlusal  issues, you may require restorative or orthodontic treatments before beginning any cosmetic procedures.

Yes! It’s not uncommon to undergo multiple cosmetic dental procedures at the same time. Some services, like dental bonding and enameloplasty, are almost always performed in tandem. Cosmetic makeovers involve the using a combination of a variety of cosmetic treatments to completely transform a patient’s smile.

Every insurance plan is different, but most do not cover cosmetic dental care, as cosmetic cases are often listed as elective, or unnecessary to your oral health, by insurance companies. Some treatments, like veneers or dental crowns, may be partially covered by some insurance plans, but this is not very common. Because of this, you will likely need to pay for cosmetic treatment out-of-pocket. To get an idea of the scope of your dental insurance coverage, contact your insurer directly, or get in touch with our team to see if we can assist you with discounts or payment plans, so you can get the smile you deserve.

Yes, cosmetic dentistry is one of the best ways to close small gaps in your smile. We offer a variety of treatments that can address minor orthodontic issues such as gaps between the teeth, including veneers, dental bonding, Invisalign, or dental crowns.

Invisalign can close gaps through the use of removable clear aligners that need to be worn for 22 hours a day. The aligners exert force on your teeth to gradually move them into the correct position. If it’s a gap between two teeth that you want to close, then Invisalign can effectively close gaps up to 6 mm.

Another option is to cover your teeth with veneers. By enlarging the teeth, we can cover up gaps. They’re fabricated out of porcelain and based on impressions of your teeth. These porcelain shells are then bonded to your enamel to cover a variety of imperfections, including teeth that are too small or spaces between teeth.

Dental bonding works similarly to veneers in that they can close gaps by making the teeth appear larger. However, the procedure is different. Instead of bonding shells to your teeth, we build up your teeth with composite resin.

This is the same material used in tooth-colored fillings. It’s used to repair damage and cover cosmetic imperfections. It can be used to close gaps between teeth. Building up the sides of the teeth to be wider will close the spaces between the teeth. The resin is cured with UV light which hardens it in place.

Crowns are commonly known as a restorative treatment for weakened or damaged teeth but they also have cosmetic uses. When you have a gap, a crown can cover a tooth adjacent to the space and fill it in by covering up the nearby tooth, making it a little larger and closing the gap.

Yes, you can always be sedated for any procedure at 320 Dental Studio, including cosmetic dental treatments. We always administer local anesthesia before using any surgical or invasive tools like drills or when there is even the slightest risk of discomfort.

However, if you have dental anxiety or would just be more comfortable being sedated, we can offer that to you after you come in for a consultation with Dr. Haack. He will review your medical history to ensure you’re a good candidate. Sedation will relax you, prevent you from feeling pain, and best of all for nervous patients, you’ll forget the procedure altogether.

Yes, cosmetic dentistry can fix receding gums if gum recession is minor. However, if you have severely receded gums you should contact us so we can assess your gum pockets to look for signs of gum disease.

While gum recession can be covered with gum veneers, when the recession is severe or caused by gum disease, you may need a deep cleaning or gum grafts. If you’re dealing with receding gums, contact us at 320 Dental Studio today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Haack.