Invisalign^® clear aligners are an innovative and discreet way to straighten your teeth. Available for adults at Brighter Smile – your dentist in Chicago – this orthodontic choice gives you a straighter, healthier smile without metal, train-track braces. As well as looking more attractive than tightly spaced, crooked, or gapped teeth, a straight smile is easier to clean and keep healthy.

How does Invisalign work? With Invisalign, clear, removable aligners gradually shift teeth into their correct position. These custom-made aligners fit snugly and comfortably onto your smile. They can be removed for cleaning your teeth, playing sports, and other activities. Millions of people love this orthodontic treatment because it’s so discreet.

If you’re looking for Invisalign in Chicago, give us a call for a no-obligation consultation. We’ll look at your unique needs, determine if Invisalign fits into your lifestyle, and help you decide whether it’s the right choice for you. We hope to hear from you!

When you’re looking for teeth whitening in Chicago, you have many choices – and you may be tempted to just purchase off-the-shelf DIY teeth whitening products at the local pharmacy because they seem cheaper than a customized option available from us. In most cases though, off-the-shelf teeth whitening kits will not give you the results you’re looking for. Results could range from unnaturally super-white teeth or teeth that are still drab and discolored.

At Brighter Smile, we customize a treatment plan with consideration of your unique smile needs, and then prescribe your teeth-whitening solution based on these needs. With us, you’ll achieve natural results quickly and safely.

When you’re in next, ask us about professional teeth whitening, and if you’re new to us, give us a call and we’ll set up your consultation.

What is a dental implant?
An implant is a biocompatible metal root that we put in your jawbone to replace your missing tooth root. When it’s fully healed, we finish your treatment with a dental crown.

How do I know if implants are for me?
Implants are so versatile that they can replace teeth, support a bridge, or provide support to dentures.

Will my implants look natural?
Completely. You can eat, speak, and socialize with ease. Nobody will know unless you tell them.

Are dental implants safe?
Definitely. They’ve been the gold standard for tooth replacement for more than 50 years and you can expect a 98% success rate.

Do implants require special after-care?
No. They look, feel, and act like your regular teeth and require the same homecare to keep them healthy.

Are age and health important factors?
Age isn’t a factor. Most people in good overall and oral health are excellent candidates.

How long will implants last?
Designed to be permanent, more than 90% last for twenty years or more. If you’re online now searching for “dental implants near me” and would like to know more about dental implants or the many other dental services we offer to keep your smile healthy and beautiful, call today for a consultation. We’d love to meet you!

A dental crown is a fixed prosthetic device, which simply means it’s a tooth restoration that you don’t remove – it stays permanently in your mouth to support, strengthen, or conceal a tooth. It also refines its shape, alignment, color, and function. In days past, most crowns were made of gold, but now, because of their beauty, strength, and natural look, most crowns are made of porcelain. They’re so life-like, only you and your dentist in Chicago – us! – know that you’re sporting one.

The most common uses for crowns include:

• Preventing a weak tooth from breaking
• Restoring a broken tooth
• Preserving & supporting a tooth that has had root canal treatment
• Supporting tooth structure when a significant portion of the tooth has been filled
• Covering severely discolored or poorly shaped teeth
• In combination with a false tooth to create a dental crown & bridge.

Dental crowns are extremely durable, function the way your own teeth do, and with proper care, can last for 10 years or more. Let us help you love your functional and beautiful smile. Call today for your no-obligation consultation!

Dental veneers can cover many smile concerns including chips, stubborn stains, white spots due to fluorosis, and uneven teeth! They are extremely thin, natural-looking porcelain shells that are bonded to the front surface of your teeth and are one of the more-popular cosmetic dental treatments we offer.

You might consider veneers for your smile even if your teeth are:

• slightly overlapping or are a bit crooked
• a smidgeon off center, which skews the balance of your face
• straight and even but have gaps in between them
• somewhat chipped or worn down.

Unlike dental crowns, a veneer covers just the front part of your tooth and require a small amount of preparation to the front surface of your tooth. A dental crown can serve similar purposes but requires much more tooth preparation. So, while they can serve the same esthetic purpose, the best choice for you will be dependent on your individual needs.

They are so convenient that you can have your new beautiful smile in a single visit! If you think veneers may help you love your smile, call us to schedule a consultation and we’ll fit you right in! Our dentist in Chicago will answer your questions and together, we’ll determine if you are a candidate.