Invisalign & Braces
Invisalign, clear aligners and tooth-colored braces for teens and adults, planned and monitored right here in our office.
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Whiter, more even, more confident. Cosmetic care planned around your face, your smile and your goals.
Smile Makeovers
A smile you want to show.
Maybe it is coffee stains, a chipped front tooth, small gaps, or teeth that just look worn. Whatever bothers you, there is usually a simple way to improve it.
Good cosmetic work should look like you on a great day, not like someone else's teeth. Dr. Patel focuses on natural shape and shade so results fit your face.
We start with a conversation about what you want to change. Then we show you the options, from a single visit of whitening to a full set of veneers, and what each one involves.
Dr. Nisha Patel, DDS
University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry · 19+ years of practice
Cosmetic Treatments
Ways to refresh your smile.
Many patients combine two or more of these for the best result.
Zoom Whitening
Professional in-office whitening that brightens teeth several shades in a single visit. Much stronger than store-bought strips.
Porcelain Veneers
Thin, custom porcelain shells bonded to the front of teeth to fix color, shape, chips and small gaps.
Lumineers
Ultra-thin veneers that often need little or no reshaping of your natural teeth.
Tooth Colored Restorations / Fillings
Bonding and tooth-colored fillings repair chips and replace dark silver fillings so your teeth look natural again.
Gum Reconstruction
Reshaping or rebuilding the gumline to fix a gummy smile, uneven gums or recession that makes teeth look long.
Invisalign
Straightening crowded or gapped teeth is often the best first step in a smile makeover.
Invisalign options →Whitening: what to expect
Zoom whitening is done in our office. We protect your gums, apply the whitening gel and use a special light to speed it up. Results are noticeable right away. Some people feel temporary sensitivity for a day or so. Whitening works on natural teeth only, so if you have crowns or veneers on front teeth, we will plan around them.
Veneers or Lumineers?
Both cover the front of your teeth to change their color and shape. Traditional porcelain veneers usually need a thin layer of enamel removed so they sit naturally. Lumineers are thinner and often need little or no reshaping. The better option depends on how much change you want and the condition of your teeth. Dr. Patel will show you the difference and help you decide.
Keeping your results
- Rinse with water after coffee, tea or red wine
- Keep up regular cleanings and checkups
- Wear a night guard if you grind your teeth, to protect veneers
Cost and savings
Most cosmetic treatments are not covered by insurance, though tooth-colored fillings often are. We give you clear pricing upfront, and patients without insurance can save with our in-house membership plan. Starting Invisalign or braces? Ask about free whitening with orthodontic treatment.
Frequently asked questions
How white will my teeth get with Zoom whitening?
Most people see their teeth get several shades lighter in one visit. Results vary depending on your natural tooth color and the type of staining.
How long do porcelain veneers last?
With good care, porcelain veneers often last 10 to 15 years or more.
Are Lumineers reversible?
Because Lumineers often need little or no tooth reshaping, they can be a more conservative option. Whether they are fully reversible depends on your case, and we will discuss that with you.
Does insurance cover cosmetic dentistry?
Purely cosmetic treatments like whitening and veneers are usually not covered. Restorations that also fix a health problem, like fillings, often are.
Two offices, one dentist. Cosmetic Dentistry is available at our Sugar Land office (12921 West Bellfort Ave, (281) 240-1177) and our Houston office (12861 Gulf Freeway, (281) 922-1919). Walk-ins welcome, free parking at both.
Related Care
Other services you may need.
Most patients need more than one kind of care over the years. Here is where to go next.
Crowns & Bridges
Cracked, worn or heavily filled teeth get a strong, natural-looking crown. Missing a tooth? A bridge closes the gap.
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Exams, Cleanings & Fillings
Checkups, cleanings, digital X-rays, oral cancer screening and tooth-colored fillings. The everyday care that keeps small problems small.
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Book a cosmetic consultation and see what is possible.
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