Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry in Elk Grove Village IL is a simple way to give yourself a boost of confidence by improving the appearance of your smile. Dr. David Schumer has four decades of experience with teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, and other cosmetic procedures. His son, Dr. Stefan Schumer, has been a general and cosmetic dentist since 2016. You can trust your smile to their expertise.
One thing to remember about cosmetic dentistry is that these procedures are voluntary. You can choose to undergo one procedure or several. Dr. David Schumer or Dr. Stefan Schumer will discuss each option and answer your questions about it during a personal consultation.
Common Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures
Below are brief descriptions of cosmetic services frequently requested by our patients.
Clear Braces
Orthodontic work is both cosmetic and restorative, which means it is necessary to improve oral health. Most dental insurance companies provide at least some coverage for this reason. Clear braces consist of customized, removable aligners that pressure your teeth to shift into a new position. People typically cannot see the aligners unless they are within a few feet of you, which gives you greater discretion while you complete your orthodontic treatment.
Dental Bonding
Applying tooth-colored bonding material to your tooth disguises common issues like cracks, discoloration, and misshapen teeth. Dr. David Schumer or Dr. Stefan Schumer starts the process by showing you samples of several different teeth shades. You select the one that is the closest match to your own teeth, which allows the treated tooth to blend in with the others. Bonding and veneers serve the same purpose. Choosing which one is right for you is just a matter of personal preference and budgetary concerns.
Porcelain Veneers
When you have a cracked, chipped, misshapen, or badly decayed tooth, you may feel hesitant to smile. The same is true when you have a large gap between two front teeth. A porcelain veneer is a thin piece of ceramic your dentist adheres to the front of your tooth to disguise the cosmetic issue.
Dr. David Schumer or Dr. Stefan Schumer must remove a small amount of tooth enamel first to ensure the veneer stays on your tooth. Removing the tooth enamel also helps your treated tooth blend seamlessly with your other teeth. After applying dental cement to your tooth, your dentist shines a curing light on it to accelerate the bonding process.
Teeth whitening
Schumer Family Dental Care uses a professional-grade tooth whitening system called Zoom Whitening. When you choose to have Dr. David Schumer or Dr. Stefan Schumer complete the procedure in our office, you can expect to have a smile many times brighter after a single visit. The chemical ingredients in Zoom Whitening accelerate the bleaching process, moving through several layers of enamel to bring out the natural shine of your teeth.
Removing stains from your teeth and transforming their color to a brighter white requires two office visits. At the first appointment, your dentist obtains X-rays and molds that he provides to our laboratory for the purpose of creating customized mouth trays. Once the laboratory has finished creating them, you come in for a second appointment.
Dr. David Schumer or Dr. Stefan Schumer fills the customized mouth trays for your top and bottom rows of teeth with bleaching gel. You are free to go approximately one hour later after your dentist removes the customized trays from your mouth and the bleaching gel has done its job.
Are You Ready to Improve Your Smile?
We invite you to learn more about cosmetic dentistry in Elk Grove Village, IL, by scheduling a consultation with Dr. David Schumer or Dr. Stefan Schumer. You will love your new smile.
