How can I make an appointment at Houston Dental Implant & Cosmetic Center?

Please feel free to call us at (713) 664-1661, email us at info@bellaireimplants.com, visit us during office hours, or fill out one of our online forms. We will ask you for your first and last name, email address and telephone number.

What hours are you open?

We are open from 9 am – 4 pm Monday through Thursday and 8 am-12 pm on Friday.

How long will my first appointment take?

Your first appointment will be booked for one hour.

How will I book my next appointment?

After your first appointment you will sit down with a personal concierge who will help you book your next appointment, as well as answer any questions that you might have.

Do you have payment plans?

We offer various payment options and work with institutions to help you afford the smile of your dreams. After your second appointment you will again sit down with our concierge who will walk you through all of your options and guide you through the most affordable path.

Do you attend dental emergencies?

Yes – we can offer you advice over the phone or via a virtual consultation. If the matter is serious enough we will ask you to come into our clinic during business hours. In most cases we will be able to book you an appointment in just a few hours, or up to 24 hours depending on the emergency.

Will my new smile look fake?

Absolutely not. At Houston Dental Implant & Cosmetic Center we use sophisticated technology and the concept of “Natural Restorations” to create beautiful, natural-looking teeth that complement the look of your face and mimic the textures and shapes seen in real teeth.

Can I see how the cosmetic treatment will change my smile before I start treatment?

Yes! We are a certified Digital Smile Design Clinic which means that not only can you preview your smile through our software, you can actually even try it on through our Test Drive Your Smile initiative in our office.

A veneer is a very thin sheet of porcelain that is bonded to the front of your tooth to improve the appearance of your smile by altering the shape, color, length and texture of your natural teeth. The tooth and the veneer become one and can last indefinitely as long as they are taken care of properly.

What is a Smile Makeover?

A Smile Makeover combines various dental treatments of your choice to improve the overall look and appearance of your smile. We can use various techniques to target specific areas of your smile that you are looking to improve. Some of these treatments include straightening your teeth, whitening, porcelain veneers, single tooth implants, multi tooth implants, and white fillings as well as shape adjustments through DSD Lite Dentistry.

Will having a Smile Makeover harm my own natural teeth?

We truly believe in and practice conservative dentistry. This means that we will do everything possible to be as minimally invasive as we can and preserve as much of your natural teeth as possible.

What is Digital Smile Design?

Digital Smile Design is an innovative concept and way of doing dentistry that makes results even better for our patients. With Digital Smile Design, we use advanced dental technology to precisely plan all of our treatments and even show you a preview of your results before treatment begins.

How can I replace a missing tooth?

With one of our dental implants. An implant consists of two parts: the small titanium post which is inserted into your jaw and the crown, which is the tooth part that is attached to the top and shows. Dental implants can be used to replace one missing tooth or multiple and have a variety of benefits.

Will dental implants look fake?

Absolutely not. We design your dental implants and soft tissue using Digital Smile Design in tandem with digital software to create the most natural-looking crowns, bridges and rows of multiple teeth.

Will dental implants damage my natural teeth?

The dental implant will sit next to your natural teeth. It is not attached to nor will it cause any damage to neighboring teeth.

Are dental implants a permanent solution?

Dental implants have an excellent rate of long-term success. That being said, it is critical that you take very good care of the implant once it is fitted by maintaining excellent oral hygiene and attending all scheduled, regular appointments with your dentist.

Is it too late to replace my missing teeth?

It is never too late and you are never too old to get dental implants. If you have left your missing tooth for a long time there may be more treatments required before fitting a tooth, but we will walk through those options together.

No, it will not. We use local and IV anesthesia to numb the part of your mouth that we will be working on. Thanks to our use of guided surgery the procedure is fast and accurate as well as minimally invasive.

Can Veneers Fix a Gummy Smile?

How Veneers Help Improve a Gummy Smile

Veneers are thin porcelain shells placed on the front of teeth. They do not remove gum tissue, but they can make the teeth appear longer. This helps reduce how noticeable your gums appear.

Veneers work by changing the size, shape, and length of your teeth. When teeth look longer and more balanced, the gums naturally draw less attention.

Dentists design veneers to sit close to the gum line so they look natural. For mild gummy smiles caused by short or worn teeth, veneers can significantly improve appearance without surgery. In some cases, veneers may be combined with light gum reshaping for even better results.

Step-by-Step Veneer Treatment

Veneer treatment is relatively quick and effective for treating mild cases. The process usually starts with an initial consultation where the dentist examines your smile using photos or digital scans. Then, a small amount of enamel is removed, and impressions are taken. Once the veneers are made, you are called for placement.

Some patients may need minor gum contouring first, which heals quickly. Most people feel only mild sensitivity and can return to normal activities within a day.

Pros and Cons of Veneers for Gummy Smiles

The benefits of getting veneers for a gummy smile include quick smile improvement, and avoiding more invasive surgery (in mild cases). Veneers last long with good care, and enhance the tooth’s shape and color. They also typically require minimal downtime.

However, there are certain limitations to this treatment, too. Veneers are not considered ideal for severe cases, enamel removal is permanent, veneers can chip without proper care, and since they are a cosmetic treatment, they are usually not covered by insurance.

Final Thoughts

Veneers can be an effective and conservative solution for improving a gummy smile, especially when short or uneven teeth are the main cause. However, in more severe cases, veneers alone may not sufficiently improve a gummy smile. You may need to consider options like Botox, gum surgery, or braces to get visible and long-lasting results.

If you want to get a gummy smile treated, see our expert dentists at Houston Dental Implant & Cosmetic Center for tailored advice. Call us at (713) 664-1661 to schedule a visit.

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