Cosmetic Dentistry Services
Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening lightens natural teeth stained by coffee, tea, wine, tobacco or age. It does not change the colour of dental work such as crowns or fillings.
Sensitivity and gum irritation are the common side effects. The Canadian Dental Association says they usually settle on their own.
Dental Bonding
Dental bonding adds tooth-coloured composite resin to a small part of a tooth. It fixes small chips and gaps, uneven edges and minor cracks.
It suits small repairs, not large breaks or heavy bite pressure.
Veneers
Veneers are thin custom shells bonded to the front of selected teeth. They change the colour and shape of several front teeth and can close small gaps.
Porcelain veneers need a thin layer of enamel removed first, which cannot be undone.
Clear Aligners
Clear aligners are removable trays that move teeth step by step. They suit mild to moderate crowding and spacing as well as selected bite concerns.
They only work when worn every day, and you need a retainer afterwards.
Invisalign
Invisalign is one brand of clear aligner system. It treats crowded or rotated teeth, gaps and mild to moderate bite concerns.
A complex case may need braces or a referral to an orthodontist.
What Is Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry is dental care aimed mainly at how your smile looks. It covers any cosmetic treatment for teeth that brightens, repairs or straightens them.
Cosmetic care starts with oral health. Your dentist checks for cavities and gum disease first. Bite pressure, wear and cracks matter too. Untreated decay or gum disease can shorten how long cosmetic work lasts.
Which Cosmetic Treatment Fits Your Concern?
If Your Teeth Look Yellow or Stained
Start with teeth whitening for the colour of natural teeth.
If You Have a Small Chip or Uneven Edge
Dental bonding fits small chips and shape corrections. It keeps more of your tooth than a veneer but can stain or chip over time.
If You Want a Bigger Smile Shape Change
Ask about veneers to change the shape and colour of several front teeth. Conventional porcelain veneers need some enamel removed, and composite veneers need little or none.
If Your Teeth Are Crowded or Spaced
Clear aligners or Invisalign suit concerns about tooth position, such as crowding or spacing.
Who May Be a Good Candidate for Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry suits people with healthy teeth and gums who want to change something visible about their smile. You could book a cosmetic consultation if you have:
A consultation matters because some cosmetic concerns come from dental problems. Decay, grinding and cracks all change how teeth look.
- ✓Stained or dull-looking teeth
- ✓Small chips
- ✓Uneven tooth edges
- ✓Small gaps between teeth
- ✓Worn front teeth
- ✓Crowded teeth
- ✓Spacing concerns
- ✓An uneven gumline
When Cosmetic Dentistry May Need to Wait
Your dentist will recommend treating these first:
Pain, swelling or a broken tooth needs care first. Our emergency dentistry page explains when to call us and when to go to hospital.
- ✓Untreated cavities
- ✓Gum disease
- ✓Bleeding gums
- ✓Cracked teeth
- ✓Active tooth pain
- ✓Heavy grinding or clenching
- ✓Broken fillings or crowns
- ✓Bite problems affecting tooth wear
What Happens During a Cosmetic Consultation?
Smile Goal Discussion
Your dentist asks what you want to improve.
Teeth and Gum Check
The dentist checks your teeth, gums and bite, and any existing dental work.
Treatment Option Review
You review the options that fit your goal. Some people need a staged plan.
Realistic Expectations
Your dentist explains what each option can and cannot change.
Cost and Coverage Review
Our team explains the expected costs and any coverage before treatment begins.
Cosmetic Dentistry for Natural Teeth and Existing Dental Work
Whitening only works on natural tooth structure. If visible dental work no longer matches after whitening, your dentist can discuss replacing it.
Veneers improve the front surface of selected teeth. A weak tooth that needs protection is better served by a crown.
Cost and Coverage Information
These are general market ranges and not our fees. Your cost depends on the treatment, the number of teeth and any care needed first. We explain the expected cost before treatment.
CDCP does not cover cosmetic treatment, which Appendix E of the CDCP Dental Benefits Guide lists as an exclusion along with veneers. Aligners are not covered either, because orthodontic services are not available under the plan at this time. Our CDCP page explains what the plan does cover.
Private plans set their own rules for cosmetic and orthodontic treatment. Bring your plan details and our team will review the estimated costs with you before treatment begins.
Why Choose Grimsby Lake Dental for Cosmetic Dentistry?
Local Cosmetic Dental Care in Grimsby
Our clinic is located at 414 Winston Road, near Lake Ontario and the QEW. Patients also come from Beamsville, Lincoln, Vineland and Winona.
Smile Goals Checked Against Oral Health
We check teeth, gums, bite, and existing dental work before recommending cosmetic treatment.
Multiple Cosmetic Options
We check your teeth and gums, then explain which option fits your concern.
Clear Treatment Explanations
We check your teeth and gums, then explain which option fits your concern.
Natural-Looking Planning
The goal is a change that suits your face and your oral health, with the expected cost explained first.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Can cosmetic dentistry close gaps?+
Yes. Bonding or veneers close small gaps by making teeth slightly wider. If the gap comes from tooth position, clear aligners or Invisalign move the teeth instead.
Are veneers better than bonding?+
For small repairs bonding does the job with less change to your tooth and costs less. Veneers suit bigger changes to colour or shape and last longer.
Is Invisalign cosmetic dentistry?+
Invisalign improves how your smile looks and is also orthodontic treatment because it moves teeth into better positions.
Will cosmetic dentistry damage my teeth?+
Whitening removes no tooth. Bonding removes little or none. Porcelain veneers and crowns remove part of the tooth, and that cannot be reversed.
Do I need healthy gums before cosmetic dentistry?+
Yes. Inflamed or bleeding gums and gum disease affect both the safety and the result of cosmetic treatment. Gum problems are treated first.
How much does cosmetic dentistry cost in Ontario?+
It runs from a few hundred dollars for whitening to several thousand for aligners. The comparison table and cost section above list the ranges. They are market ranges, not our fees.
Is cosmetic dentistry covered by insurance or CDCP?+
CDCP does not cover cosmetic treatment, and private plans set their own rules for it. Bring your plan details and we will review the estimate with you.
Do you have a cosmetic dentist in Grimsby?+
We provide cosmetic dentistry in Grimsby as a general dental practice. In Ontario, cosmetic dentistry is not one of the 11 dental specialties the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario recognizes.
Where is Grimsby Lake Dental located, and do you accept new patients?+
Grimsby Lake Dental is located at 414 Winston Rd, Grimsby, ON L3M 0H2, near Lake Ontario and the QEW. Parking is free on site and new patients are welcome.
We are open Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Book Cosmetic Dentistry in Grimsby
Book a cosmetic dentistry consultation at Grimsby Lake Dental. We explain your options and the expected cost before any treatment begins.