Cosmetic Dentistry in Fresno, CA
What Is Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry focuses on enhancing the appearance of your smile through elective procedures that improve tooth color, shape, alignment, and overall aesthetics. Unlike general dentistry, which prioritizes oral health, cosmetic treatments like teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, and Invisalign are designed to correct imperfections and boost self-confidence. By combining artistic vision with advanced dental technology, cosmetic dentistry creates beautiful, natural-looking results tailored to your unique smile goals.
Our Cosmetic Dental Services in Fresno, CA
1. Porcelain Dental Veneers
Porcelain veneers are often called the cornerstone of a smile makeover, and for good reason. These thin, custom-crafted shells of medical-grade ceramic are permanently bonded to the front surface of your teeth. They are an incredibly versatile solution designed to address multiple concerns simultaneously, creating a uniform, radiant, and symmetrical smile.
What They Address:
- Discoloration that doesn’t respond to whitening
- Chips, cracks, or worn edges
- Gaps between teeth (diastema)
- Minor misalignment or uneven teeth
- Teeth that are too small or disproportionately shaped
The Process & Experience:
Your journey begins with a detailed consultation and digital smile design, allowing you to preview your new smile. We then prepare the teeth by removing a minimal amount of enamel, only about the thickness of the veneer itself. Precise digital impressions are taken and sent to a master dental lab. You’ll leave with temporary veneers while your permanent set is crafted. At your final appointment, we carefully bond each veneer, making final adjustments to ensure a perfect fit, feel, and breathtaking appearance.
Benefits:
- Natural Aesthetics: Porcelain mimics the light-reflecting properties of natural tooth enamel.
- Stain Resistance: The ceramic material is highly resistant to coffee, tea, and wine stains.
- Durability: With proper care, veneers can last 10-15 years or more.
- Conservative Approach: Preparation is minimal compared to dental crowns.
2. Professional Teeth Whitening
Over time, our teeth naturally darken due to age, diet, and lifestyle. While store-bought kits offer modest improvement, professional teeth whitening is in a different league. We provide a powerful, safe, and controlled whitening experience that can lighten your teeth by multiple shades in just one visit, erasing years of stains and brightening your entire smile.
Our Whitening Options:
- In-Office Power Whitening: This is our fastest, most dramatic option. After protecting your gums, we apply a potent professional-grade whitening gel to your teeth. Often enhanced with a special light, this gel breaks down deep and surface stains in about 60-90 minutes.
- Professional Take-Home Trays: For those who prefer gradual whitening or have sensitive teeth, we provide custom-fitted whitening trays and professional-strength gel. You’ll achieve similar brilliant results over a couple of weeks, with the comfort of a perfect fit that prevents gel seepage.
The Process & Experience:
We start with an exam to ensure your teeth and gums are healthy. We then discuss your goal shade, taking into account the natural color of your teeth for a realistic, attractive result. During in-office treatment, you can relax while we work. For take-home kits, we provide clear, step-by-step instructions for safe, effective use.
Benefits:
- Significant Results: Achieve 3-8 shades of whitening.
- Safety & Sensitivity Control: Performed under professional supervision with desensitizing agents.
- Customization: Treatments are tailored to your sensitivity level and desired outcome.
- Immediate Confidence Boost: Walk out with a visibly brighter, younger-looking smile.
3. Invisalign Clear Aligners
Gone are the days of bulky metal brackets and wires. Invisalign is the modern way to straighten your teeth using a series of clear, removable, and comfortable aligners. It’s not just for teens; it’s an excellent, discreet solution for adults looking to correct misalignment without impacting their professional or social lives.
What It Corrects:
- Crowded teeth
- Gaps between teeth
- Overbites, underbites, and crossbites
- Generally crooked teeth
The Process & Experience:
We use advanced 3D digital scanning (no messy impressions) to map your entire treatment plan from start to finish, showing you a virtual preview of your smile transformation. You will receive a series of custom aligners, each worn for about 20-22 hours a day for two weeks before moving to the next set. Progress is monitored with brief check-in visits every 6-8 weeks.
Benefits:
- Virtually Invisible: Most people won’t notice you’re straightening your teeth.
- Removable: Eat, drink, brush, and floss with total freedom.
- Comfortable: Smooth plastic means no irritation from metal brackets or wires.
- Predictable: 3D treatment planning lets you see your projected results before you start.
Who is the Ideal Candidate for Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry is for anyone who wishes to enhance their smile. You may be an ideal candidate if:
- You are in good general and oral health (any issues like decay or gum disease will be treated first).
- You have realistic expectations about what cosmetic dentistry can achieve.
- You feel held back by stained, crooked, chipped, or gapped teeth.
- You are committed to maintaining your results with good oral hygiene.
- You desire a personalized, artistic approach to your smile design.
Benefits of Choosing Our Fresno, CA Cosmetic Dentistry Practice
- Artisan-Level Results: We focus on quality, not quantity. Our veneers and crowns are crafted by skilled dental ceramists for unparalleled beauty.
- Technology-Enhanced Precision: From digital smile design to 3D scanning, we use technology for predictable, comfortable, and exceptional outcomes.
- A Collaborative Approach: Your input is essential. We listen to your goals and guide you through every decision.
- Comfort-First Care: We offer sedation dentistry options to ensure your cosmetic journey is completely relaxed and anxiety-free.
- Comprehensive Planning: We view your smile as a whole, ensuring all treatments work in harmony for a balanced, natural final result.
Who is the Ideal Candidate for Cosmetic Dentistry?
The cost of cosmetic dentistry varies based on the complexity and combination of treatments. For example, Invisalign is an investment over several months, while veneers or whitening provide a more immediate transformation. We provide transparent, all-inclusive pricing after your consultation. We are committed to making your dream smile accessible, offering flexible payment plans and working with third-party financiers like CareCredit. We see this as an investment in your confidence and quality of life and we’re here to help you make it a reality.
DENTAL FINANCING OPTIONS AT SHAHBAZYAN DDS
Our office is in-network with all major insurance providers. Please bring your insurance card to each appointment so we can make sure your information is as up-to-date as possible. If you do not find your insurance provider here; please call at (559) 295-8977 for clarity.
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Why Choose Shahbazyan DDS for Your Smile Transformation?
Meet Your Expert in Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Zaruhi Shahbazyan, a Fellow of the International Dental Implant Association, brings a meticulous eye for detail and a deep commitment to excellence to every cosmetic case. Her advanced training in prosthodontics and smile design principles allows her to approach each veneer, whitening plan, or Invisalign treatment as a custom work of art. Driven by the belief that a confident smile can transform a person’s life, she dedicates herself to creating results that are not just technically perfect but naturally beautiful and uniquely suited to each patient.
Kind Words from Our Dental Patients
Mendi Mundt
Doctor Shahbazyan is doing very detail, responsible job. Her staff are awesome, caring and gentle with patients. The office is very clean,organized and comfortable that I’ve never experienced the high value before. I suggest everyone to try Dr. Zaruhi Shahbazyan and you will never regret to choose such an lovely doctor. I can hardly wait for my next yearly check up.
Arshak Ohanyan
Ready to See What Your Smile Can Become?
Your journey to a more confident, radiant smile begins with a conversation. We invite you to schedule a Cosmetic Consultation at our Fresno, CA office. This is a no-pressure opportunity to discuss your desires, ask questions, and see a digital preview of your potential new smile. Take the First Step Today, you can visit our clinic at 7575 N Cedar Ave, Suite 106, Fresno, CA 93720 or call us at (559) 295-8977. Available Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Let us help you unveil the smile you’ve always imagined.