Lincoln Park · Cosmetic
Cosmetic dentist in Lincoln Park, Chicago
A top-rated Lincoln Park cosmetic team, rated 4.6 stars across 1,600+ Google reviews, family-owned since 2003.
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- Family-owned since 2003
- Every option quoted in writing
Cosmetic dentistry covers the treatments that change how teeth look rather than how they function: whitening, composite work such as Bioclear, porcelain veneers, crowns, and clear aligners, chosen based on how much change you want and how much natural tooth you want to keep.
Most people arrive at our Lincoln Park office having already decided they want veneers, usually because that is the word they know. About half leave with a smaller plan that gets them what they actually wanted. This page is the comparison we would walk you through in the chair, on North Avenue at Sheffield.
Choosing between whitening, Bioclear, veneers, and aligners
The honest order is least invasive first. Whitening changes color and nothing else, and it is where a surprising number of cases should stop. Clear aligners fix position, and doing them before any porcelain means the veneers can be thin rather than bulky. Bioclear rebuilds chips, worn edges, and black triangles in composite without removing enamel, and it is reversible. Porcelain veneers change color and shape together across the whole smile, last the longest, and are the one step you cannot take back.
Which one you need depends on two questions: how much change you want, and how much natural tooth you want to keep. We answer both with photographs of your own teeth, a digital design where it is relevant, and a written quote for each option you are choosing between, so you are comparing numbers rather than impressions.
The work itself is done here rather than referred out. Dr. Rashi Arora is Bioclear certified and handles veneer and implant cases; Dr. Pooja Mody, Dr. Puja Chaudhari, and Dr. Samhitha Pasupuleti round out the cosmetic and restorative side. When a case needs gum recontouring first, our board-certified periodontist is in the same office.
Who it's a good fit for
- You want a better smile but are not sure which treatment you actually need
- You were quoted for veneers and want a second opinion before committing
- Your teeth are stained, chipped, worn, or slightly crooked
- You want the least invasive option that still gets the result
- You live or work near Lincoln Park and want the whole plan in one office
What to expect
- Consult: photos of your own teeth and a look at what each option changes
- A digital smile design when the case involves veneers or a full makeover
- Written quotes for each option you are choosing between, side by side
- A recommended sequence when more than one step is involved
- Care Credit and Cherry financing reviewed before you decide anything
Common questions
- How much does cosmetic dentistry cost in Chicago?
- It depends entirely on which treatment you need, which is why we quote each option in writing rather than publishing a single number. Whitening is the least expensive by a wide margin. Bioclear sits above a filling and below a veneer per tooth. Porcelain veneers are the highest per tooth and are usually done across several teeth at once. Care Credit and Cherry financing are available for any of it.
- Which cosmetic dentists work at your Lincoln Park office?
- Dr. Rashi Arora, who is Bioclear certified and handles veneer cases, along with Dr. Pooja Mody, Dr. Puja Chaudhari, and Dr. Samhitha Pasupuleti. Dr. Arora splits her week with our Schaumburg office, so ask about her Lincoln Park days if you want her specifically.
- Do I need veneers, or is there something less drastic?
- Often there is. If the issue is color alone, whitening handles it. If it is one chipped or worn tooth or a black triangle, Bioclear rebuilds it without removing enamel. If the teeth are simply crooked, aligners fix position and you may not want porcelain at all. Veneers earn their place when you want color and shape changed together across the smile.
- Should I straighten my teeth before cosmetic work?
- Usually yes, when crowding or rotation is part of what bothers you. Aligning first means the veneers or bonding can be thin and conservative instead of thick enough to mask the position. It adds months to the timeline and often reduces both the cost and the amount of tooth removed, so it is worth discussing before you commit to porcelain.
- Is cosmetic dental work covered by insurance?
- Purely cosmetic work generally is not. Treatment that also restores a damaged tooth, such as a crown on a cracked tooth or Bioclear on a chipped one, is often partially covered. We verify your benefits and show you what falls on each side of that line in writing before treatment starts.
- How do I find the best cosmetic dentist in Chicago?
- Ask to see their own cases in full-face photos rather than close-up crops or manufacturer stock images. Ask whether they will quote you more than one option, because an office that only offers veneers will only recommend veneers. Ask what happens if you do not like the result, and whether you get to preview or wear the design first. Patients rate this office 4.6 stars across more than 1,600 Google reviews.
Book at our Lincoln Park office
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- Lincoln Park · Clear alignersInvisalign and clear aligners
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- Lincoln Park · BioclearBioclear
- Lincoln Park · VeneersPorcelain veneers
- Lincoln Park · PeriodonticsPeriodontal care
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