Want a brighter, more balanced smile—without it looking “done”? At Blue Dental Clinic on the Upper East Side, we combine smile design with bite-aware planning so your results look natural and feel comfortable for the long haul.

Why choose us for cosmetic care

• Smile design expertise: Tooth length, proportion, and shade tailored to your face and lips.
• Conservative-first: Minimal-prep options (when appropriate) to preserve healthy enamel.
• Bite-aware esthetics: We refine function and contacts so beauty lasts.
• Clear timelines & pricing: Transparent estimates, benefits checks, and flexible payment options.

Concerns we can address

Stains and discoloration • Chips and worn edges • Small gaps or mild crowding • Uneven gumlines/“gummy” smile • Misshapen teeth • Old, mismatched dental work

Cosmetic treatments we offer

• Veneers (porcelain & minimal-prep/Lumineers): Transform color, shape, and symmetry.
• Dental bonding (composite): One-visit fixes for chips, edges, and small gaps.
• Professional whitening: In-office and custom tray options; internal bleaching for single dark teeth.
• Invisalign® / orthodontics: Align teeth for a conservative finish and stable bite.
• Gum contouring / crown lengthening: Balance the gumline for ideal proportions.
• Inlays/Onlays & Crowns: When strength and esthetics must both improve.
• Smile Makeover: A personalized plan combining the above for comprehensive change.

The smile design process

1. Consult & records: Photos, digital scans/impressions, and a shade assessment.
2. Preview: Digital mockups or wax-ups to visualize shape/length before you commit.
3. Trial smile (when indicated): Temporaries you can “test drive” for speech, look, and feel.
4. Definitive care: Place veneers/bonding/crowns, complete whitening or aligners, and fine-tune contours.
5. Maintenance: Hygiene visits, night guard if you clench, and periodic polish checks.

How long does it take?

• Whitening or bonding refresh: 1–2 visits
• Veneers (multi-tooth): 2–4 weeks
• Plans including Invisalign or implants: several months; we’ll map a clear timeline up front.

Cost & insurance

Coverage varies—purely cosmetic services have limited benefits, while functional components (e.g., crowns for cracks, crown lengthening for restorations) may qualify. We’re insurance-friendly: we verify benefits, provide written estimates, and submit claims on your behalf. Payment plans are available.

FAQs

Will my smile look natural?
Yes. We design to your facial features with lifelike translucency and texture—no bulky, uniform “chiclets.”

Do I need veneers on every tooth?
Not necessarily. Many patients treat 2–8 teeth and combine with whitening and bonding elsewhere.

Whiten before or after cosmetic work?
Before. We match ceramics/composites to your new shade.

Bonding vs. veneers—how do I choose?
Bonding is great for quick, small changes. Veneers offer longer-lasting, larger transformations with superior stain resistance.

What if I grind my teeth?
We design with your bite in mind and usually recommend a custom night guard to protect your results.

Ready to plan your best smile?

Book a cosmetic dentistry consultation at our Upper East Side office. We’ll preview options, outline timelines and costs, and craft a smile that looks like you—only brighter, smoother, and more balanced.