Cosmetic Dentistry – Corpus Christi, TX

Helping Your Smile Truly Shine

The health of your mouth is Dr. Rob Madry’s top priority, but in his 20+ years as a dentist, he has seen firsthand how even a healthy smile can be riddled with aesthetic flaws. He wants you to feel proud of your pearly whites. To that end, he offers a number of cosmetic dentistry services aimed at helping your smile truly shine. If you’d like to say goodbye to those pesky imperfections in your teeth, call our team at Rob Madry, DDS to book your consultation to discuss options for cosmetic dentistry in Corpus Christi, TX!

Why Choose Rob Madry, DDS for Cosmetic Dentistry?

  • Natural-Looking, Same-Day Dental Crowns Available
  • Preview Your Results with Virtual Smile Design Software
  • Fair, Transparent Prices with Zero Hidden Fees

Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain veneers prior to placement

Are you worried that it would take ages to fix all of the cosmetic issues in your teeth? Often, we can give you a flawless set of pearly whites in just two appointments with veneers. These ultra-thin ceramic shells are bonded to the front surfaces of the teeth, instantly concealing chips, cracks, discoloration, and virtually all other imperfections. Each veneer is meticulously designed to match and enhance your natural smile.

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Metal-Free Dental Crowns

Model tooth with metal free dental crown

When a damaged tooth needs repair, you no longer have to receive a dark metal crown that mars your smile. Instead, we provide dental crowns made from zirconia, EMAX, and other metal-free materials that can be customized to mimic the rest of your smile. After your crown has been placed, it should be basically indistinguishable from any of your other teeth. We can even place crowns in a single visit for added convenience.

Cosmetic Dental Bonding

Animated smile during dental bonding placement

If you only have a tiny chip, stain, or other minor yet noticeable dental issue, we can correct it quickly and affordably with cosmetic dental bonding. We simply color-match some composite resin (the material we use to treat cavities) to your tooth enamel, and sculpt it over the flaw in question until it has essentially disappeared. The bonding process usually only takes a single appointment, and the results can last for many years.

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Teeth Whitening

Smile before and after teeth whitening

Our professional-grade teeth whitening systems are exponentially more effective than the watered-down solutions you’ll find at your local drugstore. We use Opalescence whitening solutions to remove many years’ worth of discoloration in one appointment that only takes about an hour. Alternatively, we can create custom trays for you to take home and brighten your grin on your own time. In either case, you can expect your results to be dramatic and dazzling!

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Virtual Smile Design

Woman sharing flawless smile as part of virtual smile design process

Are you not quite sure whether you want to commit to a certain cosmetic treatment? Do you wish you could know what your results would look like beforehand? With our virtual smile design software, we can digitally alter an image of your current smile to reflect how it would look after getting veneers, whitening, and more. This way, you won’t need to take a gamble on your smile’s appearance, and you’ll know whether you’re making the right choice.

Smile Makeovers

Woman sharing smile after makeover

Maybe you’re interested in getting your teeth whitened, but you also want to cover up a crack in your front tooth. If you have multiple types of aesthetic corrections you’d like to make, we can develop a plan to address all of them in an efficient manner. This treatment plan is called a smile makeover, and it will be fully personalized to meet your needs so that you end up with a confident, natural-looking grin.

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Understanding the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry

Cost of cosmetic dentistry in Corpus Christi

If you have questions about the cost of cosmetic dentistry in Corpus Christi, you’ve come to the right place. Dr. Rob Madry is here to provide the necessary details that help to formulate your cost breakdown so that you can better prepare for the out-of-pocket expenses you’ll likely incur. But if you’re concerned you’ll be unable to afford it or that it may not be worth the investment, you’ll be pleased to learn that cosmetic dentistry offers much more than an improvement in your smile’s aesthetics. Discover how far your investment can go when choosing one of our available cosmetic services.

Which Cosmetic Dental Service is Right for Me?

Dentist using shade guide in Corpus Christi

When meeting with your cosmetic dentist in Corpus Christi, you will explain your smile goals and go over the available treatments we offer in-house, such as:

  • Porcelain Veneers: These thin sheaths of porcelain cover a variety of flaws and imperfections on your teeth. Taking two appointments to complete, these semi-permanent restorations can last more than 10 years but require replacement over time. They can be more expensive depending on how many teeth need to be treated.
  • Metal-Free Dental Crowns: Metal-free dental crowns are ideal solutions if you would like restorative care that blends in with your existing smile. But if you need multiple teeth treated, this can become a costly venture.
  • Cosmetic Dental Bonding: Using composite resin to cover minor flaws, this process only takes one visit and can last several years. Considered more conservative and less extensive than veneers, cosmetic dental bonding is often more affordable for patients.
  • Smile Makeovers: A smile makeover can be quite costly depending on how many services you require. This personalized treatment plan can have one or more services that are designed to improve and repair your smile.

Cosmetic Dentistry Can Be An Investment Worth Making

Woman pleased with cosmetic treatment in Corpus Christi

If you’re unsure whether cosmetic dentistry is a worthwhile investment, you’ll be pleased to learn that aesthetic-based treatments can also improve your oral health. The reality is that when a person feels better about the way they look, they’re more likely to take better care of their smile. This, in turn, has a positive impact on the mental, emotional, social, and physical components of a person. Not to mention, fixing areas of the mouth (i.e., gaps, overcrowding, minor misalignment) can lower the risk of decay and gum disease.

How to Make Cosmetic Dentistry Affordable

Woman listening to dentist in Corpus Christi

While it is true that most dental insurance companies will not agree to cover the expenses associated with cosmetic dentistry, there is another option – flexible financing. At Dr. Rob Madry’s office, we are pleased to partner with CareCredit, which is a third-party financier. Making it easy for patients to enroll in a low or no-interest payment plan, individuals like yourself can worry less about the overall cost of treatment and instead, pay it off over time. With no surprise fees, you can stay within your budget and enjoy a more beautiful smile without having to empty your savings.

Cosmetic Dentistry FAQs

closeup of man’s smile after cosmetic dentistry in Corpus Christi

Do you have questions regarding cosmetic dentistry? If so, you’re not alone. Many individuals who choose to pursue treatment that will enhance their smile’s aesthetic often feel excited but uncertain about the cost, process, and expectations after receiving a particular service. This is why our cosmetic dentist in Corpus Christi, Dr. Rob Madry, is here. Below, you will find a list of questions we’ve received from patients over the years as well as our thorough and fully transparent answers. Call us if you’re unsure about some of the details or would like to know more.

Is Cosmetic Dentistry Expensive?

The truth is that cosmetic dentistry can be costly, but it depends on various factors, some of which include:

  • The type of service you choose
  • Any preliminary treatments you might need (i.e., periodontal therapy)
  • The severity of your smile imperfections
  • The expertise of your dentist

Although dental insurance companies are unlikely to cover any type of cosmetic treatment (with the exception of medically necessary restorations), you will need to identify an alternative way to pay, which may include financing.

How Can Cosmetic Dentistry Change Your Life?

Cosmetic dentistry is designed to enhance your facial appearance, but it can also improve your oral and overall health. Fixing overcrowding, gaps, and even stains and misalignment can help to minimize the chances of tooth decay, gum disease, and worn tooth enamel. But apart from this, the improvements that will occur to your mental and emotional health will be noticeable in the way you choose to practice better oral hygiene at home and carry yourself when surrounded by others. When you look good, you tend to feel good, so you’re more likely to feel confident and able to pursue opportunities you might not have considered in the past.

How Do I Know If I Need Cosmetic Dentistry?

Most individuals who suffer from various smile flaws and imperfections can receive cosmetic dentistry. However, it is necessary that you undergo a thorough consultation with Dr. Madry before moving forward. This evaluation will allow us to determine the status of your smile and if there are any signs of decay or disease that might cause problems with your cosmetic treatment. If so, you’ll need to have these addressed first. Then, you can discuss the next steps in undergoing a complete smile transformation.

What is the Difference Between a Dentist and a Cosmetic Dentist?

All licensed dentists must have an undergraduate degree before going on to pursue a DDS or DMD degree from an accredited university. While general dentists are capable of treating all types of oral health problems (i.e., cavities, gum disease, minor misalignment, etc.), a cosmetic dentist receives advanced training in placing veneers, whitening teeth, applying dental bonding, and even creating metal-free restorations. Although it is not designated as a specialization in the eyes of the American Dental Association (ADA), it is necessary for dentists to complete additional training before offering these kinds of services.