Smile Makeover in Upland, California

Modern dentistry offers several methods for reshaping, aligning, and whitening teeth. A smile makeover at Upland Dental Clinic is a customized treatment that combines cosmetic and restorative procedures to create the smile you've always dreamed of. By correcting chips, spaces, discoloration, and missing teeth simultaneously, a smile makeover can increase your confidence and comfort level with your smile.

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Smile Makeover Services

Upland Dental Clinic provides a full treatment spectrum that can be combined to give a smile makeover.

Some usual choices are:

• Porcelain Veneers & Lumineers
  Thin, custom-made ceramic shells are bonded to your front teeth to hide chips, cracks, or excessive stains. Veneers are colored and sculpted to blend with your natural teeth, providing an even, appealing smile. We also offer Lumineers, an extremely thin veneer with little to no teeth reshaping. Usually, veneers or Lumineers can be accomplished in only two visits: impressions and placement of the restorations.
• Professional Whitening
  Discolored or stained teeth may be greatly lightened with in-office whitening. We use a laser-enhanced Zoom whitening system that activates with special bleach and a bright light. After around 45 minutes, this safe and quick treatment eliminates deep stains to leave a brighter smile.
• Dental Crowns and Bridges
  Crowns ("caps") protect weakened or broken teeth by encapsulating them with a strong, tooth-shaped cover. They can also repair teeth with large fillings or breaks and enhance their appearance. Bridges fill in one or more missing teeth by attaching artificial teeth to the natural teeth next to them, which are crowned.
• Dental Implants and Dentures
  We provide dental implants for lost teeth. These involve a titanium anchor placed into the jawbone and a crown on top to replace one lost tooth. Implants can bear a single crown, bridge appliance, or even a full denture. We also provide partial or complete dentures when bridges or implants are inappropriate.
• Orthodontics (Braces & Clear Aligners)
  Straight teeth can make a tremendous difference in a smile. Upland Dental Clinic provides orthodontic treatment for kids and adults. We treat bite issues using braces or clear, removable aligners to move crowded or crooked teeth into their proper position.
• Composite Bonding & Inlays/Onlays
  Minor chips or cracks are easily repaired by tooth bonding, a tooth-colored resin that is shaped and hardened on the tooth surface. Bonding merges invisibly with your natural enamel, sometimes without an additional crown. For extensive areas of decay or old fillings, we employ porcelain inlays/onlays.
• Gum (Periodontal) Treatment
  A healthy gum line accentuates a gorgeous smile. We treat gum disease and also do cosmetic gum contouring when necessary. Our office offers laser periodontal therapy to eliminate diseased tissue and recontour gums accurately. Laser treatment can enhance gum health and appearance with minimal pain.

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Advanced Technology & Techniques

Upland Dental Clinic also invests in leading-edge technology to make care more accurate, efficient, and comfortable. We apply digital X-ray imaging for all exams, which exposes patients to roughly 90% less radiation than old film X-rays. Digital sensors take pictures immediately to diagnose problems faster and more accurately. Along with X-rays, we utilize intraoral cameras and computer imaging to accurately display what we see and plan treatment.

Our physicians also employ laser technology for cosmetic and reconstructive therapy. To mention a couple, lasers are used in our teeth-whitening system and exacting gum work. (Dr. Hemant Patel was one of the first dentists to employ lasers in practice.) Lasers tend to decrease pain and accelerate healing versus conventional procedures. We also have strict sterilization procedures and use the most advanced dental materials (e.g., mercury-free fillings and porcelain crowns) so you will feel secure and comfortable in your care.

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Meet the Expert

Dr. Hemant Patel, D.D.S., has been in practice since 1981 and has extensive experience in every area of dentistry. He graduated from New York University (NYU) College of Dentistry, which is known to be one of the best dental schools in the U.S. Following his graduation from NYU College of Dentistry, he relocated to California and cleared the California Dental Board before establishing his practice in December 1981. He has had extensive education in implant, surgical, and cosmetic dentistry and keeps himself updated with the latest advancements and technology in dentistry.

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Insurance and Payment Options

We are an in-network provider with companies such as MetLife, Aetna, Delta Dental, Guardian, Ameritas, Cigna, United Concordia, UnitedHealthcare, and many others. We also accept Medi-Cal (Denti-Cal). If your plan isn't listed, please call us; we can probably still accommodate you.

We offer flexible financing for uninsured patients. We have teamed up with PatientFi and CareCredit to offer 0%-interest monthly payment plans for approved applicants. This makes receiving the desired treatments on time simpler than waiting.

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Schedule Your Consultation

Are you ready to transform your smile? Contact Upland Dental Clinic today to make an appointment for a tailored smile makeover consultation. Call or come by our office.