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Cosmetic Dentistry at Upland Dental Clinic
You may have always wanted a smile you feel confident showing—but felt unsure about cosmetic dentistry. At Upland Dental Clinic, we offer a wide range of affordable cosmetic dental treatments designed to enhance your smile comfortably and naturally. Our team is here to help you explore your options and choose solutions that fit your goals, without unnecessary or invasive procedures.
Thanks to advances in modern dentistry, improving your smile is more achievable than ever. Using today’s techniques and high-quality dental materials, we can improve the alignment, shape, color, size, and overall appearance of your teeth. Treatments such as veneers, whitening, bonding, orthodontics, inlays, and crowns allow us to create beautiful, natural-looking results.
Cosmetic dentistry doesn’t just improve how your smile looks—it can also enhance oral health and function. With proper care, many cosmetic treatments can provide results that last for years.
Cosmetic Dentistry Services We Offer:
Porcelain Veneers
Lumineers
Dental Crowns
Bridges
Laser Teeth Whitening
Dental Implants
Porcelain Veneers
Over time, teeth can become chipped, cracked, stained, or worn, which may affect both appearance and confidence. Porcelain veneers address these concerns while also helping correct gaps, uneven teeth, and mild misalignment.
Veneers are thin, custom-made shells that are bonded to the front surfaces of your teeth. They are strong, durable, and carefully color-matched to blend seamlessly with your natural smile. At Upland Dental Clinic, our cosmetic dentists are experienced in creating beautiful smile makeovers using veneers—often without the need for lengthy or invasive procedures.
Lumineers
Lumineers are an advanced type of porcelain veneer designed to be thinner than traditional veneers. Because of their slim profile, Lumineers typically do not require teeth to be reshaped. Instead, the tooth surface is lightly prepared to allow for a secure bond.
The Lumineer process is conservative, comfortable, and fully reversible. Treatment usually requires just two visits—one to take impressions and one to place the Lumineers—making it an efficient way to achieve a brighter, more even smile.
Dental Crowns
Dental crowns, also known as caps, are used to strengthen and protect damaged or weakened teeth. A crown fully covers the tooth, restoring its shape, function, and appearance while allowing it to withstand everyday chewing forces.
Crowns are also commonly used in bridge treatments to support replacement teeth. In addition to improving durability, crowns help restore a natural, attractive look to damaged teeth.
Bridges
Dental bridges are used to replace one or more missing teeth. A bridge consists of replacement teeth supported by adjacent natural teeth, which are typically reinforced with crowns for strength and stability.
At Upland Dental Clinic, each bridge is custom-designed to restore your smile’s appearance, improve bite function, and help maintain proper tooth alignment.
Laser Teeth Whitening
A bright, white smile can make a powerful first impression. Professional teeth whitening has become one of the most popular cosmetic dental treatments, and for good reason—results are fast, safe, and noticeable.
At Upland Dental Clinic, we offer laser teeth whitening, which uses a professional-grade whitening gel activated by a focused light to remove stains and discoloration. This treatment delivers quicker and more dramatic results than over-the-counter options.
We also offer established patients a complimentary “Whitening for Life” program to help maintain results with easy touch-ups between visits.
Before whitening, it’s important to have your teeth evaluated. Existing restorations such as crowns, veneers, or fillings may not whiten the same way as natural teeth. Our team can assess your smile and recommend the best approach, including updating older restorations if needed, so your results look even, natural, and youthful.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are a long-lasting, natural-looking solution for replacing missing teeth. Designed to look, feel, and function like real teeth, implants help restore your smile while also supporting proper chewing, speaking, and overall oral health. Unlike removable options, dental implants are securely anchored in the jawbone, making them stable, comfortable, and highly durable.
In addition to improving appearance, dental implants help prevent bone loss that can occur when teeth are missing. They can be used to replace a single tooth, multiple teeth, or even support full restorations. At Upland Dental Clinic, we carefully evaluate each patient to determine whether dental implants are the right option and coordinate treatment to ensure safe, precise, and predictable results. With proper care, dental implants can last for many years and provide a confident, complete smile.
COSMETIC DENTISTRY
Traditional dentistry and general dentistry focuses primarily on preventing oral disease, diagnosing and treating problems, and oral hygiene in general. Cosmetic dentistry is more focused on improving appearance through straightening and whitening a person's teeth. This is more easily understood in a statement that general dentistry addresses necessary treatments while cosmetic dentistry addresses elective treatments.
One thing that is often overlooked is that cosmetic dentistry also has the ability to provide restorative benefits. What we mean by this is examples like fillings which are common in general dentistry procedure used to treat decayed or rotting teeth. In the past dental fillings or primarily composed of materials that would cause dark spots to be present on the teeth. Today, however many dentists utilize procedures for doing dental fillings that are far more into the cosmetic dentistry field then general do the fact that they're made of porcelain or other composite materials that closely match the natural appearance and color of your teeth. Today, many people are choosing to have their old fillings replaced with the newer versions thus improving their oral appearance.
Due to new technologies and advancement spend the bonding materials that dentists have to work with, dental treatments are far more natural looking and far more durable than they were in the past. Another technological breakthrough is the ability for dentists to use more cosmetic procedures to save more of the original tooth material and structure as possible. Complete smile makeovers and full restorations of teeth are far more able to be completed without being sent to a specialist, thus reducing the invasive nature of the procedure and speeding up recovery time.
Different types of cosmetic dentistry treatments that most people would want to consider are things like the following:
Inlays/Onlays: These are also known as indirect fillings, and they are made from porcelain or other long lasting composite materials as a way to provide a complete filling in a situation which has reduced the tooth to a previously unsalvageable level. Different from traditional fillings which are put into the teeth at the time of the dental visit, onlays and inlays are constructed in the laboratory and are then bonded permanently into place by the dentist.
Composite Bonding: When your teeth are broken, discolored, chipped or decaying, it is possible to have them repaired and their appearance corrected with a new procedure called composite bonding. This procedure involves a specialized material made of enamel and dentin being applied to the cavity and surface of the tooth, where it is then sculpted into shape and then cured with a high intensity light. This procedure results in a total restoration of the tooth, which blends complete invisibility and healthy to the structure to create a perfect match with the surrounding teeth.
Teeth Whitening: Teeth whitening is probably the most popular cosmetic dental procedure in this day and age. Because people's teeth are so often stained through smoking, drinking dark liquids like soda, tea, or red wine, it has of becoming a very popular procedure in order to get whiter teeth. The process involves painting a bleach directly onto the teeth than applying a specialized light to the bleach to accelerate the process. Branded processes like of Zoom! utilize special techniques which allow the whitening to take place in a far shorter time frame than home whitening kits.
Dental Veneers: Dental veneers assist and correcting the appearance of severe tooth discoloration or gaps. Additionally, veneers are sometimes utilized if teeth whitening is not an option. The procedure involves slightly shaving down the enamel on the surface of the tooth then bonding a thin manufactured artificial to surface on top.
Smile Makeovers: A smile makeover usually involves a complete comprehensive assessment of your smile in order to improve the overall appearance. Usually a complete smile makeover will involve a combination of several dental procedures such as implants, teeth whitening, sculpting, or veneers. Usually these procedures will be applied to multiple upper and lower teeth in order to achieve a perfect balanced smile.
Full Restoration: the most comprehensive cosmetic procedure of available is a full mouth reconstruction. This process is essentially a step beyond a smile makeover in that there may be an additional functional problems which need to be accomplished in order to assist in the bite, alignment, or bone structure around the teeth.
Cosmetic dentistry has many different aspects which can assist people in achieving the smile they had always wanted. If there are aspects of your smile that you would like to change feel free to consult Upland Dental Clinic to assist you in the process.
A popular cosmetic dental procedure known for its safety is teeth whitening. The tooth whitening procedure is extremely effective on teeth that have been discolored. However, darker stains caused by prescriptive medicines such as antibiotics can be more of a challenge to lighten. Results can vary and depend on the patient and the build of the teeth.
An in-office whitening system that will enhance your teeth in just 45 minutes is “The Zoom.” The procedure is easy and starts with a quick preparation that covers the lips and gums and leaves your teeth visible. The dentist uses a prepared whitening gel that was designed specifically for usage with a special light. The light and gel work in tandem to penetrate the patient’s teeth and combat tough stains and discolorations. With the right amount of care, you can enjoy a beautiful smile for many years to come. Come to Upland Dental Clinic and talk to us about getting a look you’ll love.
PORCELAIN VENEERS
Smile Like Never Before With Porcelain Veneers
Acquiring that signature smile with perfectly aligned, sparkling white teeth is easier than you would imagine. Porcelain veneers are custom made for your mouth and designed specifically to match the color, size and shape of your teeth. They are extremely thin coverings made of porcelain that are bonded to your teeth with precision to achieve the radiant and natural smile that you have always desired. To learn more about how veneers can help you achieve the look that you have always wanted, contact us today. Come to Upland Dental Clinic and talk to us about getting a look you’ll love.
Dental implants can be an effective method to replace one tooth or several teeth. Each implant consists of a metal anchor that is inserted into the jawbone and a post which is outfitted with an artificial crown.
Implants also support a bridge, replace a partial denture or secure a fixed denture.
Limited time offer: 20% off implant and full tooth restoration (includes Crown). Contact us now to schedule a consultation to discuss your options!
Our phone number is (909) 949-4070.
Dentures are replacements for missing teeth.
There are two main types of dentures:
1. Full Denture.
2. Partial Denture.
A partial denture is a metal framework and acrylic base that fits over your gums.
Full dentures are placed in your mouth when you don't have any remaining teeth.
We also offer metal free partial dentures.
Metal free partial dentures are an advanced technology which blends naturally with your teeth and gums, enhancing the appeal of your smile.
Ask us about which type of dentures are the right ones for you.
Dental Bridges Information from Upland Dental Clinic
Sometimes teeth are lost due to disease or injury. Extra spaces between teeth can cause the remaining teeth to shift out of place. This can trigger cosmetic and functional issues. A bridge can help avoid problems such as jaw discomfort and gum disease. This device attaches replacement teeth to the remaining teeth on either side of the empty space. Sometimes this is referred to as a partial denture.
To prepare the mouth for a bridge the teeth on either side are altered, usually with crowns. After this has been accomplished a temporary bridge is attached. On the final visit the permanent bridge is adjusted to fit and cemented firmly into place.
Bad Breath Prevention from Upland Dental Clinic
People with bad breath (or halitosis), may have difficulty combating this disorder. Various products on the market, like breath spray, mouthwash, and gum, claim to lower bad breath. However, most sufferers realize that these items only serve to mask the smell. While some mouth rinses work well to remove plaque buildup and decrease the risk of cavities, most over-the-counter mouthwashes do nothing to combat the actual cause of bad breath.
Speak with your dentist about your issues with bad breath. He or she should be able to help you to better understand why you have this issue and how to resolve it. Some possible solutions may be:
Improve Oral Hygiene
Nearly everyone knows that you should brush your teeth at least twice each day. Those with bad breath may increase brushing to occur after each meal. Flossing is also vital. Flossing removes food particles that brushing does not. These food particles, if left in the mouth, can cause bad breath thanks to an overgrowth of bacteria. Also, many people forget to brush their tongue, which can host bacteria if not cleaned daily. Excellent oral hygiene can improve many cases of bad breath.
Treat Dry Mouth
Otherwise known as Xerostomia, dry mouth is a very common condition. Though dry mouth is most commonly seen as a side effect to certain medications, there are many instances in which a reason for Xerostomia is unknown. To improve dry mouth, you may need to drink more liquids, use saliva stimulants, or use saliva substitutes. Your dentist will be able to help you decide what is best for you.
Change in Diet
Bad breath is not always a direct cause of that spicy curry dish you had for lunch. Though food particles can become stuck in your teeth and cause an immediate bad odor after a pungent meal, repeated ingestion of certain foods can cause long-lasting halitosis. These foods can become absorbed by your body, including your lungs. As you breathe out, the residual smell from the food is released into the air. The good news is that once the food has completely evacuated the body, the smell should be gone as well. The bad news is that each time this food is eaten, the process starts over again. You can work to pinpoint which foods may be causing the bad breath, and then eliminate them from your diet.
Stop Tobacco Use
Everyone knows that using tobacco is one of the most dangerous things you can do to your body. Tobacco users increase their risk for stroke, heart disease, oral cancer, and countless other diseases and disorders. Of course, tobacco also causes bad breath. Your dentist can help you learn how to stop using this deadly substance.
In some instances, bad breath caused by underlying medical problems. After a thorough examination, your dentist may refer you to another physician who can explore other reasons for your chronic halitosis.
HERE ARE SOME TIPS ON PERIODONTAL DISEASE
Periodontal disease, or Gum disease, is a broad term that encompasses several periodontal issues. The first indication is usually pain or swelling of the gum area near the teeth. Bleeding sometimes occurs after brushing and flossing. Gum disease can be caused by a buildup of plaque, physical health issues, or genetic predisposition.
Gingivitis is the mildest form of gum disease. If treated promptly there will be no permanent damage to the teeth or gums. Periodontitis can occur when gingivitis is not treated appropriately. In this stage the gums become infected and pull away from the teeth. This can cause loose teeth and bone damage. The most serious stage of gum disease is acute periodontitis. Patients may notice breath odor, infection risks increase, and there is often loss of teeth.
Gum disease is a serious health risk so the gum area is checked at each preventative visit. Treatment can be as simple as dental cleaning, flossing, and using a medicated mouth rinse. In advanced cases medication or gum surgery may be indicated.
