Cosmetic Dentistry in Cocoa Beach
Refresh Your Smile & Your Self-Confidence
Maybe you simply wish your smile was brighter than it currently is, or perhaps there are a few chips that you want to get rid of. Cosmetic dentistry is focused on correcting and hiding such flaws so that you can enjoy a smile that makes you look younger and more vibrant while giving your self-confidence a boost. Dr. Lineberry offers a variety of cosmetic treatments; to find out which ones can help with your smile makeover, call us today to schedule a consultation to discuss your cosmetic dentistry options here in Cocoa Beach.
Why Choose Lineberry Dental of Cocoa Beach for Cosmetic Dentistry?
- One Stop for a Variety of Cosmetic Treatments
- Reliable Take-Home Teeth Whitening Kits
- Dentist is an Accredited Member of the AACD
Why Should You See an Accredited Dentist for Cosmetic Work?
In order to become accredited with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, dentists must pass a written and oral examination, show a dedication to continuing education, and submit their personal clinical cases for review among a board of peers. Many of the best cosmetic dentists across the globe have this distinguishment, as it proves their ability to provide outstanding care and five-star esthetic dental results to their patients. With an AACD-accredited professional like Dr. Lineberry, you can rest easy knowing that his skills have been thoroughly vetted by experts.
Veneers
Veneers are high-quality restorations that are designed to be extremely thin. This is because they’re bonded over the front surfaces of the patient’s teeth, effectively replacing their existing smile with one that’s beautifully white and free of flaws. Their versatile nature is perfect for treating a wide variety of aesthetic concerns, including the following:
- Crooked teeth
- Teeth that are too small or large when compared to those around them
- Unwanted and/or uneven spaces between teeth
- Teeth that are noticeably worn or chipped
- Severe discoloration/staining that can’t be treated through routine teeth whitening
- Misshapen teeth
Clear Aligners
Clear aligner therapy uses a series of custom-made, removable trays to gradually shift your teeth into alignment without brackets, wires, or dietary restrictions that come with traditional braces. Whether you're addressing crowding, spacing, or a misaligned bite, clear aligners offer an effective solution that fits seamlessly into your lifestyle. Most people won't even notice you're wearing them, making this one of the most popular choices for both teens and adults seeking a straighter smile!
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Metal-Free Restorations
Today's most lifelike restorations contain no metal whatsoever, and the results often speak for themselves. We can craft all types of restorations from premium materials, including zirconia and lithium disilicate ceramics. These materials are chosen for their exceptional strength, durability, and ability to mimic the light-reflecting qualities of natural tooth enamel. Whether you're replacing an old metal crown or building a brand-new smile, metal-free restorations offer a seamless, natural appearance that blends beautifully with your surrounding teeth!
Cosmetic Bonding
For patients looking for a fast, affordable way to enhance their smile, cosmetic bonding often delivers stunning results with minimal commitment. Using a carefully shade-matched composite resin, we can repair chipped or cracked teeth, close unwanted gaps, reshape uneven edges, and even mask discoloration that doesn't respond to whitening. Bonding requires little to no removal of natural tooth structure, making it one of the most conservative cosmetic options available. It also only takes one quick visit to complete.
Teeth Whitening
For many patients, achieving whiter teeth is their number one aesthetic concern. At Lineberry Dental of Cocoa Beach, we offer Opalescence take-home whitening kits that can brighten enamel dramatically over the course of a few weeks. However, it’s important to remember that existing restorative work will need to be replaced to match the new shade of your teeth, and that touch-ups will be required every few years to maintain the improvements you’ve achieved.
We recommend teeth whitening for patients who are facing the following situations:
- If your teeth have been exposed to excessive fluoridation (fluorosis), which has caused noticeable white staining.
- If your outer tooth layer has worn down considerably over time.
- If your teeth are stained because of the regular use of certain medications.
- If your teeth are dark or yellow in color because of poor oral hygiene, diet, or old age.
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Crown Lengthening
If your smile is overly “gummy” in appearance, a crown lengthening procedure can expose more of the natural, beautiful tooth structure hidden underneath the excess tissue. Dr. Lineberry may also recommend this procedure if restorative care is needed and there isn’t enough visible structure to successfully place a dental crown or other restoration. Our team can perform this procedure on a single tooth, several teeth, or even the entire gum line.
Gum Grafting & Recontouring
Gum grafts come in many forms – for example, they may be used to thicken gum tissue in a certain area or cover exposed tooth roots. At Lineberry Dental of Cocoa Beach, our patients can rest assured that our team will handle the procedure as comfortably as possible, and your oral health will be much improved as a result. Contact our Cocoa Beach location today to schedule your first appointment with Dr. Lineberry, or if you have any questions we can help you with. New patients are always welcome from Cape Canaveral and other areas in and around Brevard County.
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BOTOX®
BOTOX has become a valuable part of modern cosmetic dentistry, and our team is proud to offer it right here in our office. We use Botox to smooth fine lines around the mouth and eyes, and combining it with your dental care means you can easily address the aesthetics of your smile in one convenient, trusted setting.
Smile Makeover
A smile makeover is a fully personalized treatment plan designed to address everything you've ever wanted to change about your smile, whether that's the color, shape, size, spacing, or overall harmony of your teeth. We begin with a detailed consultation and use digital smile design technology to show you a preview of your results before any treatment begins, so you can collaborate with us on the outcome.
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Understanding the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry
Choosing to pursue cosmetic dentistry is a worthwhile investment. You’ll find that once you achieve your desired results, the look of your smile will be worth every bit of time and money you spent. But exactly what is the cost of cosmetic dentistry in Cocoa Beach? This is a common question asked by most patients, which is why we’ve detailed various information below for you to review. Our team will work to identify ways that will help lower your out-of-pocket expenses while allowing you to stay on track toward a completely transformed smile.
Which Cosmetic Dental Service is Right for Me?
At Dr. Lineberry’s Cocoa Beach dental office, you’ll find that there are many different types of cosmetic treatments available. Because each has its own price point, you’ll want to consider the expected cost when deciding which one is right for you:
- Porcelain Veneers: Considered more expensive than other treatment options, veneers are the only cosmetic solution that is capable of changing the size, shape, and color of your teeth. Applied in just two appointments, they can remain in place for more than a decade with proper care.
- Teeth Whitening: Considerably less expensive than veneers or dental restorations, teeth whitening is beneficial if you only need to target stains and discoloration. Store-bought products can only address surface-level stains (if that), but professional teeth whitening can penetrate the underlying layers to eliminate the discoloration.
- Crown Lengthening: Gummy smiles are often a deterrent, and they can cause you to feel self-conscious. Although this treatment isn’t the least expensive, it is permanent because of its ability to remove excess gum tissue and create a more balanced appearance. It’s also ideal for patients who require restorative dentistry but need additional tooth structure to ensure a proper fit.
- Gum Recontouring: Similar to crown lengthening, gum recontouring can reveal more tooth structure, generating exposure that creates a more pleasing aesthetic.
Cosmetic Dentistry Can Be an Investment Worth Making
Cosmetic dentistry is not only designed to improve the aesthetics of your smile, but it can also lead to better oral health. When you feel good about the way you look, you’ll likely want to take more time to focus on your oral hygiene routine. This can ultimately result in a lower risk of decay, gum disease, and other serious dental problems.
By investing in cosmetic treatments, you can regain a sense of confidence that was not there before, allowing you to also pursue greater personal and professional opportunities.
How to Make Cosmetic Dentistry More Affordable
It is unlikely that your dental insurance company will cover the cost of any cosmetic treatment. Because these are deemed “elective” services, you’ll be required to look elsewhere when it comes to payment. Fortunately, our cosmetic dentist in Cocoa Beach is here to explain the additional payment options, like flexible financing through CareCredit. This third-party financier makes it easy for interested candidates to enroll in a low- to-no-interest payment plan. By splitting up the cost of your treatment, you can stay within budget and worry less about the total bill.
Cosmetic Dentistry FAQs
Is cosmetic dentistry only about improving aesthetics?
While it is true that the main goal of cosmetic dentistry is to improve a person’s appearance, the truth is that it does much more. While ridding your smile of stains, cracks, and gaps might seem like a solely aesthetic-driven goal, the reality is that by fixing these problem areas of your smile, you’re also minimizing your risk for tooth decay, gum disease, and other serious dental problems. Far too often, aesthetic-based issues can lead to necessary restorative treatments, so when pursuing cosmetic dentistry, you can feel confident knowing that your appearance isn’t the only thing that is improving.
Can my teen receive cosmetic dentistry?
While some forms of cosmetic dentistry are beneficial to a teen’s smile, it is up to Dr. Lineberry to determine if they are eligible to receive certain types of treatment. For instance, orthodontics, teeth whitening, and dental bonding are possible cosmetic solutions for a teenager. However, veneers, crown lengthening, and gum recontouring are not suitable solutions for a young person whose oral and facial structures are still developing.
Why is it important to see a cosmetic dentist?
Dr. Lineberry’s in-depth knowledge, training, and skillset when it comes to providing cosmetic dentistry make him one of the best in Cocoa Beach. He is also an accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, which fewer than 500 providers across the country have achieved. By choosing to see a cosmetic dentist to whiten your smile, hide your flaws, or create an even gum line, you are putting your smile in the trusted hands of someone who believes in the importance of providing patients with healthier, more beautiful smiles. Cosmetic dentists need additional training to perform many of these services, so it’s important you do your homework beforehand.
Will dental insurance cover my cosmetic treatment and/or procedure?
Unfortunately, dental insurance companies, for the most part, do not cover cosmetic treatments. The only caveat is if you require some form of restorative service as well (i.e., dental crown). You’ll need to speak with a representative from your insurance company to determine if there are any coverage exceptions. No matter the result, if you need assistance paying for your cosmetic treatment, we work with CareCredit financing, which allows you to enroll in a low- or no-interest payment plan.
What happens during the porcelain veneer process?
Having custom veneers created and placed here at Lineberry Dental of Cocoa Beach will require two appointments. During the first one, Dr. Lineberry will lightly alter the surface of your natural teeth so that the new veneer can fit into place while still looking natural. We’ll take impressions and choose a shade that’s a strong match for your original enamel.
You will then return to our dental office once we’ve received the finished veneer. After making any last-minute adjustments, Dr. Lineberry will cement the finished restoration in place. Veneers are highly durable and can be treated just like natural teeth with regular oral hygiene – in fact, their porcelain structure is more resistant to gradual staining than your tooth enamel. If you’re ready to pursue this cosmetic transformation, don’t hesitate to contact our Cocoa Beach dental practice today to schedule a visit. We look forward to welcoming patients from Merritt Island, South Cocoa Beach, and other surrounding areas.
How do I whiten my teeth?
Dr. Lineberry will want to schedule two appointments – one where impressions are taken, and another where our team provides you with your new, customized oral trays. You will then be instructed to wear the trays together with a high-grade whitening solution for a certain amount of time (typically either half an hour or overnight). You should expect to experience some sensitivity during this process, but it will end shortly after the trays are removed. Within a few weeks of diligent use, you should see bright, beautiful improvements!
What happens during the crown lengthening procedure?
The amount of time crown lengthening requires will vary depending on how many teeth are directly involved in the procedure and whether any bone needs to be removed in addition to gum tissue. Dr. Lineberry will begin by making small incisions around the soft tissue so that it can be safely removed from the teeth. Even if only one tooth is directly in need of recontouring, our team will usually treat the surrounding teeth as well so that the reshaping is even and aesthetically pleasing.
When Dr. Lineberry is satisfied with the new exposure, the gum tissue will be sutured in place with small stitches. Patients will notice that their teeth appear noticeably longer right away. Our team can provide prescriptions for pain medication as needed, and antibacterial mouth rinses are often recommended as well to keep infectious bacteria from accumulating. After a period of two to three months, the surgical site should be completely healed.
How can gum grafting help me?
- When tooth roots are exposed, exposure to excessively hot or cold temperatures can become painful to patients. Gum grafting alleviates this by covering the root again.
- Gum recession often results in teeth looking overly “long.” A new graft can create a more symmetrical and pleasing appearance for the patient.
- Periodontal disease can destroy gum tissue very rapidly over time, but a new graft helps to halt this loss and improve your periodontal health.
What happens during the gum grafting process?
Before the surgical process can begin, our team will first need to thoroughly clean the teeth and the space beneath the gum line to remove plaque and tartar. After administering a local anesthetic, Dr. Lineberry will use tissue that comes from either the patient’s palate or a tissue bank.
Then, incisions are made at the treated site in order to create a small pocket, which is where the new tissue will be inserted. The graft is typically a little larger than the area, so some excess will be noticeable. Finally, sutures are usually placed to add necessary stabilization and to prevent any unwanted shifting of the new graft. In most cases, healing is complete after around six weeks.