Cosmetic dentistry is about the teeth that show when you talk and smile. Some patients want one chipped front tooth fixed before a wedding or a set of senior pictures. Others want a complete makeover after years of putting it off. We start with a conversation about what bothers you, then show you what is possible.
Most cosmetic work also protects the tooth. Bonding seals a chip, a crown holds a cracked tooth together, and straightening crowded teeth makes them easier to clean. Dr. Jupneesh Singh has advanced training in prosthodontics, the specialty concerned with how teeth look and fit together.
Veneers, Laminates & Lumineers
A veneer is a thin shell of porcelain or composite bonded to the front of a tooth to fix chips, gaps, stains and uneven shapes. Porcelain is stronger and more stain resistant, usually over two visits. Composite is done in a single visit. Laminates are thinner and need less enamel removed. Lumineers, which we also offer, are a quick, reversible option for brightening, covering discoloration and closing small gaps.
Bonding & Enamel Shaping
Bonding uses tooth-colored resin to rebuild a chipped corner, close a small gap or cover a discolored spot, often with no numbing and no drilling. Enamel shaping smooths a rough edge or slightly uneven tooth by polishing away a small amount of enamel. Both are done in one appointment and are a good first step if you are not ready for veneers.
Gummy Smile & Laser Gum Contouring
If too much gum shows when you smile, a diode laser can reshape the gum line in a single visit with no incisions, no bleeding and no stitches. The teeth look longer and more even right away. Gum contouring is also used to even out an uneven gum line before veneers or crowns.
Cosmetic Crowns
Front teeth with large old fillings, decay or heavy wear are often best rebuilt with all-ceramic crowns. Our smile gallery includes upper front teeth restored with porcelain crowns that replaced stained fillings and protected the natural teeth underneath. Because we mill zirconia crowns in the office, many are completed the same day.
Smile Makeovers
A makeover combines several treatments in a planned order: whitening first, then bonding, veneers, crowns, gum contouring or short-term orthodontics as needed. Dr. Singh maps out the sequence and shows you examples of similar cases before you commit. Full mouth rehabilitation goes a step further and rebuilds every tooth that needs it.
What to Expect
- 1Consultation
Tell us what you would change. We examine your teeth, take photos and X-rays and discuss options.
- 2Plan and preview
You see what each option involves, how long it takes and what it costs.
- 3Treatment
Simple fixes take one visit; veneers and makeovers are scheduled in stages.
- 4Protect the result
A nightguard and regular cleanings keep your new smile looking the way it did on day one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do veneers hurt?
The tooth is numbed while enamel is prepared, and there may be mild gum or jaw soreness for a day or two afterward. Lumineers and bonding usually need little or no numbing.
How long do veneers last?
Porcelain veneers typically last many years with normal care. Avoid biting ice or hard candy, wear a nightguard if you grind, and keep up with cleanings. Composite can chip more easily and is simpler to repair.
Can veneers close a gap between my front teeth?
Yes. Closing a gap is one of the most common reasons patients choose veneers or Lumineers, and several cases in our gallery show exactly that.
Is cosmetic dentistry covered by insurance?
Usually not when it is purely cosmetic, though work that also repairs decay or damage may be partly covered. We check your plan and offer CareCredit, Cherry and LendingClub for the rest.
Where can I see your results?
Our smile gallery shows before-and-after photos of real patients treated by Dr. Singh, including Lumineers, veneers, crowns, bonding and laser gum surgery.
Ready to like your smile again?
Call (623) 400-6009 or book a cosmetic consultation online.
