Whether you want to whiten, reshape, or completely transform your smile, Dr. Mitchell at Riverside Family Dentistry offers a full range of cosmetic dental treatments tailored to your goals and budget.
Cosmetic dentistry is about more than aesthetics. It is about how you feel when you walk into a room, when you smile in a photo, and when you look in the mirror. Dr. Mitchell has extensive advanced training in cosmetic dentistry and takes a conservative, personalized approach, recommending only what you genuinely need to achieve the result you want. We never oversell, and we never rush a cosmetic case.
Dental bonding uses a tooth-colored composite resin applied directly to the tooth and shaped by hand. It is a faster, less expensive option for chips, small gaps, and minor color issues. Porcelain veneers are thin shells of ceramic custom-made in a lab and permanently bonded to the front of your teeth. They last longer, are more stain-resistant, and produce a more dramatic result for significant smile changes. Dr. Mitchell will walk you through which option makes more sense for your specific goals.
Professional whitening results typically last 12 to 24 months depending on your diet and lifestyle habits. Coffee, red wine, and tobacco will shorten the duration. We offer both in-office whitening for immediate results and custom take-home trays that you can use at your own pace. Many patients do a brief touch-up once a year to maintain their results.
In the hands of an experienced cosmetic dentist, absolutely. Dr. Mitchell customizes every cosmetic case to match your natural tooth color, shape, and translucency. The goal is never a blinding white Hollywood result unless that is specifically what you want. Most patients want a smile that looks naturally healthy, and that is exactly what we aim to deliver.
Most cosmetic procedures involve little to no discomfort. Whitening can cause temporary sensitivity in some patients. Veneers require a small amount of tooth preparation that is done under local anesthetic, so you will not feel anything during the procedure. We always discuss what to expect at your consultation appointment before you commit to any treatment.
Call us or book online. Dr. Mitchell and Dr. Carter are happy to answer any questions before your appointment.