I was apprehensive about having full-mouth reconstruction, but I quickly learned to trust Dr. Breckner and soon realized his gentle and careful approach to giving injections eliminated any pain and concern. He is a true professional and very knowledgeable about the latest dental techniques and methods. Having such comprehensive dental treatments meant I spent a lot of time in the dentist’s chair. I felt Dr. Breckner’s office was extremely comfortable and his staff was always friendly and extremely accommodating. – Jane H.

Cosmetic Dentistry

A smile is one of the greatest gifts we can share. It is an expression of who we are and a great smile conveys warmth, friendliness and love. It helps you ease into social situations. But, if you're uncomfortable or embarrassed by your smile, you may be hiding your smile and giving the wrong impression to others.

Our cosmetic dentistry services include the following services and products:

Porcelain Veneers
Composite White Fillings
All-Ceramic Inlays and Onlays

Bonding & Whitening
Metal Free, All-Ceramic Crowns

We offer an array of advanced cosmetic dental solutions for those in the St. Louis Metro East area that can improve your smile and, more importantly, give you a wealth of confidence. Call now at 618-307-3267 for a consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Are Porcelain Veneers?

Dental veneers, or porcelain veneers, are thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front surface of teeth to improve your appearance that are used quite frequently in cosmetic dental procedures. These shells are bonded to the front of the teeth changing their color, shape, size, or length.

Veneers are typically used to fix:

Discolored Teeth -- either because of root canal treatment; stains from tetracycline or other drugs, excessive fluoride or other causes; or the presence of large resin fillings that have discolored the tooth
Teeth that are worn down
Teeth that are chipped or broken
Teeth that are misaligned, uneven or have an irregular shape
Teeth with gaps between them

What are Composite Fillings?

A composite filling is a mixture of plastic and glass materials used to restore decayed teeth. Composites are also used to improve a smile by changing the color of the teeth or reshaping disfigured teeth.

While there are many types of fillings, the aesthetics are the main advantage of composites since dentists can blend shades to create a nearly identical match to that of the actual tooth. Composites bond to the tooth to support the remaining tooth structure, which helps to prevent breakage and insulate the tooth from excessive temperature changes.

What is Bonding & Whitening?

Dental bonding is another cosmetic dental procedure in which a durable plastic material is applied and hardened with a special light, which "bonds" the material to the tooth to restore or improve person's smile.

Dental bonding is used to treat these conditions:

To repair decayed teeth (composite resins are used to fill cavities)
To repair chipped or cracked teeth
To improve the appearance of discolored teeth
To close spaces between teeth
To make teeth look longer
To change the shape of teeth
As a cosmetic alternative to amalgam fillings
To protect a portion of the tooth's root that has been exposed when gums recede

What are Metal-Free, All-Ceramic Crowns?

A dental crown is a tooth-shaped "cap" that is placed over a tooth to restore its shape and size, strength, and/or to improve its appearance. All-ceramic dental crowns provide the best natural color match than any other crown type and are typically good for covering front teeth.

All-ceramic dental crowns are used to:

Protect a weak or decaying tooth from breaking
Restore an already broken tooth or a tooth that has been severely worn down
Cover and support a tooth with a large filling when there isn't a lot of tooth left
Hold a dental bridge in place or cover a dental implant
Cover misshaped or severely discolored teeth

What are All-Ceramic Inlays & Onlays?

All-ceramic inlays and onlays are restorations for posterior teeth that are used in lieu of dental composite or amalgrams. Traditionally, they are custom made in a dental laboratory where they are created in a fashion that gives them a precision fit as well as optimum appearance and strength. They are bonded to the tooth using composite material designed specifically for all-ceramic inlays and onlays.

Take advantage of these cosmetic dentistry services now. We serve Southern Illinois and St. Louis Metro area. Contact us now or call 618-307-3267 today.