Cosmetic dentistry
For worries like “I’m self-conscious about how my teeth look” or “I want to improve the color and shape of my teeth,” we recommend treatment suited to each patient’s dental condition and lifestyle.
- Anyone who’s self-conscious about the color of their teeth and can’t bring themselves to smile freely
- Anyone who was told by another clinic, “silver fillings are your only option,” and gave up on improving how their teeth look
Please talk to us, even just once.
Cosmetic dentistry is a field of dental treatment aimed at improving the appearance of your teeth and mouth. Beyond treating functional problems such as cavities and periodontal disease, we respond broadly to aesthetic requests too: wanting whiter teeth, better-shaped teeth, or metal replaced with a less conspicuous material. At 高田馬場歯科・矯正歯科, our director belongs to a professional society for cosmetic dentistry, and we offer a wide range of treatments, including ceramic treatment, teeth whitening, laminate veneers, and clear aligners. After talking it through with you, we recommend the treatment best suited to help you feel confident in your smile.
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What sets our cosmetic dentistry apart
A director who belongs to a professional society for cosmetic dentistry provides treatment that balances appearance and function
Our director belongs to a professional society for cosmetic dentistry and puts balancing dental beauty with health at the center of treatment. Treatment that improves appearance isn’t enough if it’s “just about making things look nice.” By planning treatment that also takes your bite and dental function into account, we aim for an attractive smile that lasts.
Choose from a wide range of treatments to match what you want
Our cosmetic dentistry offers a range of treatments, including teeth whitening, ceramic treatment, laminate veneers, clear aligners, and gum depigmentation. The right treatment depends on your concern — whether it’s just the color of your teeth, changing their shape, or straightening your teeth from the ground up.
At your first consultation, we listen closely to your main concern and what you’d like, present several options, and then recommend a final treatment plan. We also explain the cost, treatment period, and risks, so you can begin treatment once you’re satisfied.
Just steps from Takadanobaba Station: an easy location for ongoing treatment
Most cosmetic treatments call for several visits. This is especially true for whitening courses and orthodontic treatment, which depend on regular visits. 高田馬場歯科・矯正歯科 is located just moments from Takadanobaba Station, making it easy to stop by on your way home from work or school.
Patients ranging from students to working professionals, mostly in their teens through their forties, visit our clinic, and we’ve built an environment that makes it easy to keep coming even with a busy schedule.
What is cosmetic dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry treats problems related to appearance, such as the color, shape, and alignment of your teeth. While insured treatment is mainly aimed at restoring function, cosmetic dentistry treats beauty as a goal in itself too.
Silver fillings used to be the norm, but ceramic materials that closely match the color and texture of natural teeth have since become common, making it possible to replace fillings and crowns with white, inconspicuous materials. There are also more ways than ever to improve your appearance by combining treatments, brightening your teeth with whitening, for example, or straightening your teeth with clear aligners.
Worries like “I don’t feel confident about my smile” or “I’m self-conscious about my teeth when I laugh” are actually shared by a lot of people. Cosmetic treatment isn’t simply a matter of “appearance”: it also affects everyday communication and self-esteem. If you’re looking for cosmetic dentistry in the Takadanobaba area, please come talk to us.
Our cosmetic dentistry treatment menu
Ceramics and crowns (restorative treatment)
Ceramic fillings and crowns are an effective option after cavity treatment, or when you want to whiten an existing silver filling or old filling. We offer crowns such as the zirconia-bonded crown, full zirconia crown, and e-max crown, along with fillings such as the zirconia inlay, e-max inlay, and hybrid inlay. None of these use metal, so they can be chosen with confidence even by patients with a metal allergy.
Another big advantage of ceramic is that plaque doesn’t stick to it easily, and it resists discoloration and deterioration. Zirconia, with its excellent strength, suits back teeth, while the very translucent e-max and zirconia-bonded materials suit front teeth. We recommend the material best suited to the location and condition of each tooth.
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Teeth whitening
Teeth whitening uses a special agent to break down pigment in your teeth and make them whiter. Unlike cleaning, which removes surface stains, whitening brightens the color of the tooth itself. We offer in-office whitening, using the Opalescence and Tion whitening agents.
In-office whitening is done at the clinic, so it works quickly; home whitening is carried out gradually at home and tends to help you maintain that whiteness. For teeth that have darkened after a root canal, we also offer walking bleach, a method that whitens the tooth from the inside.
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Angel Veneer
Angel Veneer is a treatment that lightly shaves the surface of the tooth and bonds a thin ceramic shell onto it, improving the shape, color, and texture of the tooth. Because it reshapes teeth without extensive shaving, it can change how your teeth look in a relatively short time.
It’s recommended for anyone concerned about the color or shape of their front teeth, gaps between teeth, or who wants to correct mild unevenness in their teeth.
Clear aligners (Invisalign)
If you want to fundamentally correct tooth alignment that bothers you aesthetically, clear aligners (Invisalign) are one option. Because the aligners are transparent, they’re far less noticeable during treatment, and because they’re removable, you can eat and brush your teeth as usual.
We offer plans up to the Invisalign Premium plan, and because we use an intraoral scanner (iTero), we can carry out precise examination and diagnosis without the discomfort of traditional impressions.
Gum depigmentation
For worries like “I whitened my teeth, but my gums are dark and my smile still looks dull,” gum depigmentation is an effective treatment. It removes melanin pigment that’s built up in the gums and restores their naturally healthy pink color.
It’s especially well suited to people who’ve smoked, or who are concerned about discoloration caused by rubber or metal. However, it may not help with darkening caused by something other than melanin pigment, such as visible blood vessels beneath the gum.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use insurance for cosmetic treatment?
Treatment for cosmetic purposes (such as ceramic fillings and crowns, teeth whitening, and laminate veneers) is, in principle, private treatment not covered by insurance. Treatment for conditions such as cavities and periodontal disease, on the other hand, is covered by insurance. For example, if you choose ceramic at the same time as cavity treatment, the procedure to remove the cavity is typically covered by insurance, while the cost of the ceramic material itself is out of pocket. If you’re concerned about cost, a dental loan is also available, so please feel free to talk to us.
Can teeth whitening cause sensitivity?
Some patients feel temporary sensitivity after a whitening treatment. In most cases, this settles down within a few hours to about a day. If you already have sensitive teeth, please let us know beforehand — we can adjust the type of agent or the course to suit you. We offer two whitening agents, Opalescence and Tion, and recommend whichever suits your condition.
How long do ceramic fillings and crowns last?
How long they last depends not only on the quality of the material but also on your daily brushing, how often you come in for maintenance, and the condition of your bite. We offer a 5-year warranty and will take care of any problem that comes up within that period. If you clench or grind your teeth, the material is at risk of chipping, so we may also recommend a night guard. Regular check-ups every 3 to 4 months are important for making them last too.
Can I replace a silver filling with a white crown?
Yes, that’s possible. We offer treatment to remove an existing silver filling or old filling and replace it with a ceramic material. However, depending on the condition of the tooth, additional treatment — such as redoing the post core or a root canal — may be needed, so we first need to check inside your mouth. Come talk to us at your first visit, and we’ll explain your current condition and treatment options.
Which should I start with: orthodontics, whitening, or ceramic treatment?
If there’s a problem with the alignment of your teeth, the basic approach is to do orthodontic treatment first. Moving your teeth before the final crown work or whitening gives a more natural result. That said, the order can vary depending on the condition of your teeth, treatment priorities, and what you’d like. We’ll check your current condition at your consultation and recommend the best order for you.
