Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry is available at these locations:
Maybe a few stains have crept in over the years, or a chip, a gap, or some crooked teeth keep you from smiling freely. Whatever has you thinking about a change, Aesthetic Dentistry gathers a full range of cosmetic services under one roof so you can look and feel your best: brighter teeth, straighter alignment, repairs for chips and gaps, and facial rejuvenation that turns back the clock. Our doctors start by listening, then design a personalized treatment plan built for natural, beautiful results that still look like you.
What it covers
Everything that shapes a confident, radiant smile lives here: porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, clear aligners, dental implants, and facial aesthetics.
Who it's for
From a quick whitening refresh to a complete smile makeover, this is for anyone ready to improve the appearance of their smile.
Why choose us
An artistic eye for natural-looking results, paired with advanced materials and techniques and personalized treatment plans that complement your unique features.
Picture the smile you've always wanted. Book a cosmetic consultation and we'll map out your plan together.
Explore Our Cosmetic Services
Clear Aligners
No one needs to know you're straightening your teeth. Clear aligners are virtually invisible and lift out for eating and cleaning, so your lifestyle stays exactly as it is, and they reach the finish line in less time than traditional braces. Adults appreciate the discretion when they want to enhance their smile for professional or social settings, while teens get a modern alternative to metal brackets. Either way, clear aligners are a discreet, comfortable path to straight teeth.
Dental Implants
A titanium post does the quiet work here: it fuses with your jawbone to form a stable, permanent foundation, and a custom crown on top looks and functions like a natural tooth. This is what makes dental implants the gold standard for replacing missing teeth. The benefits reach past appearance, too, since implants preserve bone health and prevent the shifting of surrounding teeth, which keeps your smile complete and your bite balanced.
Teeth Whitening
Pick your pace. In-office laser whitening delivers dramatic, same-day results, while custom take-home trays brighten gradually and conveniently on your own schedule. Both lift years of stains and discoloration for a brighter, more youthful smile, and both far exceed anything available over the counter. That is the difference professional whitening makes.
Porcelain Veneers
Bonded to the front of your teeth, these ultra-thin porcelain shells instantly correct chips, stains, gaps, and minor misalignment. Every veneer is custom-designed for your smile, so the natural-looking results stay virtually indistinguishable from real teeth. Want to keep more of your natural enamel? We also offer minimal-prep and no-prep porcelain veneers for patients seeking a less invasive approach.
Every great smile begins with a conversation. Show us what you'd like to change, and we'll walk you through what's possible.
What Happens at Your Cosmetic Consultation
Your Consultation
- Smile assessment: our doctors evaluate your teeth, gums, and facial features while listening closely to the goals you have in mind
- Treatment options: You'll see the cosmetic services that can achieve the look you want, each with honest pros, cons, and realistic expectations
- Digital preview: Certain treatments let us show you a preview of your expected results
- Custom plan: A personalized treatment plan that spells out the costs and timeline clearly
Helpful Tips
- Photos of smiles you admire are worth bringing along, because they show us exactly what your aesthetic goals look like
- A cosmetic consultation is also the perfect moment to address any underlying dental health issues
- Combine several cosmetic treatments and they can add up to one comprehensive smile makeover
- To keep cosmetic treatments accessible, we offer flexible financing
- Timing varies by treatment: some results are instant (whitening, veneers), while others build over weeks (clear aligners)
Frequently Asked Questions
There is no single best treatment in cosmetic dentistry, because the right choice depends entirely on what you want to change. The most effective plans start with your goal and work backward to the treatment, rather than the other way around. A few common goals line up naturally with specific options:
- To erase stains and brighten your smile, professional whitening is ideal.
- To correct chips, gaps, and discoloration in one step, porcelain veneers do the job.
- To straighten misaligned teeth, clear aligners are the discreet route.
- To replace missing teeth, dental implants restore both look and function.
Often the most striking results come from combining a few of these rather than relying on one. At your consultation, our doctors recommend the option, or combination of options, that best matches your goals, budget, and timeline, so your cosmetic dentistry plan is built around the smile you actually want.
For most patients, cosmetic dentistry involves little to no discomfort, and the procedures are far gentler than many people expect. Whitening may leave teeth feeling temporarily sensitive for a day or two, clear aligners create mild pressure each time you move to a new set of trays, and veneers require only minimal tooth preparation done under local anesthesia, so you stay comfortable during the visit itself.
Any soreness that follows a cosmetic dentistry procedure is usually short-lived and easily managed with over-the-counter pain relief. If dental anxiety is part of the picture for you, that is worth raising before treatment begins. We also offer sedation options for patients who want extra comfort, and simply knowing what each step involves helps most people feel at ease.
Longevity in cosmetic dentistry varies by treatment, and a big part of it is in your hands. With proper maintenance, professional whitening results can last 1–3 years, while porcelain veneers typically hold up 10–15 years or longer. Clear aligners results are permanent as long as you wear your retainer, and dental implants can last a lifetime with good care.
On the facial aesthetics side, Botox results last 3–4 months and dermal fillers last 1–2 years, so those are maintained with periodic touch-ups rather than being permanent. Whatever you choose, daily brushing and flossing, avoiding habits like grinding or biting hard objects, and keeping up with regular checkups are what protect your investment and help your cosmetic dentistry results look their best for as long as possible.
Yes, and many patients do. Some of the most natural-looking results in cosmetic dentistry come from pairing treatments rather than relying on a single procedure. A common combination is whitening followed by veneers, so the veneers are matched to a brighter shade, or clear aligners first to straighten the teeth and whitening afterward for the finishing touch.
The key is sequencing the work in the right order, because some treatments should come before others, and our doctors can design a phased treatment plan that addresses several concerns together, spreads the work over a comfortable timeline, and delivers a cohesive smile rather than a set of disconnected fixes.
Because most cosmetic dentistry is elective, it is generally not covered by dental insurance. There is an important exception worth checking: treatments that also restore function or health, such as crowns, implants, and certain orthodontic care, may earn partial coverage even when the result happens to be cosmetic.
The only way to know for sure is to look at the specifics of your plan, and we are glad to help with that. Before any treatment begins, we will verify your benefits, explain in plain terms what is and is not covered, and put the numbers in writing. For the portion that is out of pocket, we offer financing options so your cosmetic dentistry can be spread into manageable monthly payments.
Getting started with cosmetic dentistry is simple: book a consultation. That first visit is all about you, with no pressure and no commitment, and our doctors listen to what you would like to change, examine your teeth and gums, and talk through the options that fit your goals.
You will leave with a clear sense of what is possible, along with cost estimates and a realistic timeline so you can make the right decision at your own pace. With cosmetic dentistry available at our Orland Park, Frankfort, and Oak Lawn offices, you can begin at whichever location is most convenient for you.
Start loving your smile. Book a cosmetic consultation and discover what's possible.