What is cosmetic dentistry? Your dental work should be beautiful and does not need to made of old-fashioned, unattractive materials. However, cosmetic dentistry encompasses much more than that. We can always give you a look that is beautiful and natural looking but restoring your level of health and comfort along with your appearance is of utmost importance.

We offer the following cosmetic dentistry services to our patients throughout the Chicago area:

Smile makeover, porcelain veneers, restorative cosmetic dentistry, metal-free fillings, crowns and bridges, instant orthodontics, Invisalign, tooth whitening, fresh breath therapy, and TMJ relief.


Smile Makeover

Are you interested in making dramatic improvements in your appearance without taking drastic measures? Is the idea of wearing metal braces appealing to you? Would you like to make a significant improvement in your appearance without plastic surgery? If so, Dr. Blacher can help you.

Porcelain veneers are a dramatic way to improve your smile through minimally invasive means. They are strong, beautiful, natural looking, and they are bonded to your teeth. They become a part of you and both feel and look like your own teeth.


Instant Orthodontics

Imagine straight, beautiful teeth in as little as 2 visits—without braces! Dr. Blacher works closely with top orthodontists and in many cases orthodontic care is the best choice. However, oftentimes braces are not desirable. Many adult patients prefer rapid results and they don’t want to wear braces.

For others, orthodontics may straighten their teeth but leave them still needing cosmetic or structural improvements. Porcelain veneers provide the added benefit of making the teeth straight and .beautiful.


Fresh Breath Therapy

Chronic bad breath is always a problem. There are a multitude of products on the market that promise fresh breath but deliver only a temporary cover up. For a clean breath you can rely upon, Dr. Blacher solves the problem with personalized care and effective products that really work. You will be surprised at how fresh breath can boost your confidence.


Tooth-Colored Composite Fillings

Unsightly, potentially dangerous mercury fillings are now a thing of the past. Our practice uses only tooth-colored, mercury-free fillings to repair teeth. These fillings, composed of resin, ceramic or porcelain, are bonded to your teeth and look much more natural. There are many reasons why most dental patients choose white fillings over the traditional metal fillings. The mercury in amalgam / silver fillings is viewed as potentially toxic, and many patients feel that the white composite fillings represent a more advanced technology. Composite fillings are also more aesthetic and more resistant to fracture.


Bridges

Bridges are an excellent way to fill in missing-tooth gaps with natural-looking artificial teeth, correct speaking and chewing problems, and decrease strains felt when biting. When one or more teeth are missing, the remaining teeth can drift out of position, which can lead to a change in the bite, the loss of additional teeth, decay and gum disease. Bridges are semi-permanent and can only be removed by a dentist, but they are comfortable and discreet. When tooth loss occurs, we may recommend the placement of a bridge. Designed to replace missing teeth and support surrounding teeth, a bridge is a grouping of interconnected crowns held in place by two crowns.