A veneer is a thin, custom-made shell of tooth-colored material, such as porcelain, that is bonded to the front surface of a tooth. Veneers change the color, shape or spacing of teeth and are designed to look like natural enamel.
Cosmetic dentistry in Hanford, CA.
Cosmetic dentistry improves how your teeth look, and very often how they work. At Unzicker Dental in Hanford, cosmetic and restorative options include porcelain veneers, ClearCorrect clear aligners, full and partial dentures, and crowns that restore dental implants.
How we approach cosmetic dentistry.
Few people are born with perfect teeth, and decades of chewing, coffee, old fillings and the occasional accident all leave their mark. Cosmetic treatment is not about making every smile look the same. It is about fixing the specific things that bother you, in a way that still looks like you.
A cosmetic consultation here starts with a conversation and a careful exam. We want to know what you would change, what you would keep, and what your budget and timeline look like. Then we walk through the realistic options, including the simplest ones, and what each can and cannot do.
Cosmetic dentistry services.
Clear aligners are custom-made, nearly invisible trays that fit over your teeth and move them a little at a time. You wear a series of trays, each one shifting your teeth slightly, until they reach the planned position. Our office uses the ClearCorrect system.
Dentures are removable replacements for missing teeth. A full denture replaces all of the natural teeth in an arch. A partial denture replaces some teeth and attaches to a metal frame that connects to your remaining natural teeth.
A dental implant is a small post placed in the jawbone that acts as an artificial tooth root. Implant restoration is the step that gives the implant a tooth: a custom crown, bridge or denture is attached to it so you can chew and smile normally.
Your dentist: Daniel W. Unzicker, DDS
Dr. Daniel Unzicker, DDS, provides cosmetic dentistry at our Hanford office. He is a general dentist who was born and raised in Hanford, graduated with high honors from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in 2012 and completed a general practice residency at Los Angeles County + USC Medical Center.
Cosmetic dentistry: common questions.
Is cosmetic dentistry only about appearance?
No. Many cosmetic treatments also restore function. Straighter teeth are easier to clean, a denture or implant crown lets you chew again, and a veneer can protect a chipped edge. We plan cosmetic work so that your bite and long-term dental health are part of the result.
Does dental insurance pay for cosmetic treatment?
It depends on the treatment and your plan. Procedures that are purely cosmetic are often not covered, while treatment that restores a damaged or missing tooth may be covered in part. Bring your plan information and we will help you understand what to expect before you commit to anything.
Is Dr. Unzicker a cosmetic specialist?
Dr. Daniel Unzicker is a general dentist, not a licensed specialist. Cosmetic dentistry is not a recognized dental specialty, and services such as clear aligners, dentures and implant restorations are provided here as part of general practice. If a specialist would serve you better, we will refer you.
Your next visit starts with a conversation.
Request a time online or call us. We are open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.