Our Services
Whether your dental needs are a complete exam and cleaning, a full-mouth restoration, or anything in between, we promise to provide you with exceptional care as we enhance the natural beauty of your smile. Below are just some of the many procedures and services we regularly provide to our patients - with a gentle touch, and stunning results. Your smile is our first priority, and we'll give you something to smile about.
If you have any questions, concerns, or would like to schedule an appointment, please contact us today. We look forward to providing you with the personal care you deserve.
We provide the following dental services:
Zoom 1 Hour Whitening (At Home Whitening)
Do you want a beautiful smile? Whitening your teeth is one of the easiest things you can do to improve your smile and boost your self-confidence. Imagine, a single whitening procedure can counteract years of exposure to coffee, tea, red wine, cola and smoking, giving you the smile you've always dreamed of!
We offer several options for whitening your teeth.
- ZOOM - A bleaching solution is applied to your teeth and is activated by heat and light. This in-office procedure typically lasts 30 minutes to one hour and significantly whitens teeth after only one visit. Although stubborn stains may require another visit, results generally last for years and can be maximized with regular dental hygiene.
- At-home bleaching - During a visit to your dentist, you will be given a whitening gel and fitted with a custom-made whitening tray. Once you return home, you apply the gel to the tray and wear it for two to three hours per day for two or three weeks.
Even with today's advanced whitening techniques, not everyone's teeth will whiten with the same results. During the visit with your dentist, your situation will be carefully evaluated and you will be advised accordingly.
A word about the do-it-yourself bleaching kits and toothpastes... many professional dental organizations warn against using bleaching kits available at your local drug stores. The one-size-fits-all bleaching trays usually leave the sensitive gum tissue exposed to the bleaching gel, resulting in irritation. The gel may also damage the tooth's enamel and pulp chamber. Whitening toothpastes, which use abrasive substances to "polish" away stains, can damage your tooth enamel. Dentist-prescribed kits are your best option for teeth whitening, where your progress can be closely monitored for adverse reactions.
Smile Makeovers
Every single ABC "Extreme Makeover" includes a new vibrant, younger smile. The doctors of Glen Ellyn Family Dental Care have placed over 10,000 permanent cosmetic restorations. You deserve a beautiful and more youthful smile and now it is more affordable than ever. With our 3, 6, or 12 month no-interest financing (we pay the interest for you), anyone can have the attractive smile they've always dreamed of. We can arrange a complimentary "cosmetic smile analysis" with one of our amazing doctors.
Porcelain Veneers, Lumineers & Cosmetic Bonding
Do you have discolored or crooked teeth, gaps between them or teeth stained by fillings? You can change the shape, color and length of your teeth using veneers and bonding. These affordable, quick and painless procedures are an ideal method for repairing many cosmetic flaws or injuries. They are typically made of porcelain and are extremely durable, stain resistant, natural-looking and easy to maintain. They are quick to apply and give an immediate result.
Invisalign
Few patients want to endure years of wearing metal braces. Now you don't have to! One of the most popular, new orthodontic treatments available is Invisalign, an alternative to metal braces.
Invisalign uses a series of clear, almost invisible, removable aligners to straighten teeth. These unique, custom-made aligners move teeth in a series of very precise increments. The course of treatment, averaging only a year, involves changing aligners approximately every two weeks. And unlike braces, these clear aligners can be removed while you eat and brush your teeth as usual.
White Composite Fillings
Until recently, dentists used a silver and mercury amalgam to fill and seal cavities. Because a larger amount of the original tooth must be removed, these types of fillings often weaken teeth. Recent innovations now allow us to replace old silver fillings with composite or porcelain fillings that are stronger, safer and more natural looking. Say goodbye to "metal mouth" and hello to a beautiful new smile.
Crowns and Inlays/Onlays
Large fillings on back teeth often require a stronger and properly contoured restoration, such as porcelain inlays or onlays. Inlays and onlays protect teeth similarly as crowns, but conserve more natural tooth structure and are a better match to your tooth's natural color. However, when too much of a tooth's structure is removed to support a filling, a crown or "cap" may be needed. A crown essentially covers a tooth to restore it to its natural shape and size. This permanent covering fits over your original tooth to strengthen or improve the appearance of the tooth.
Bridges, Dentures and Implants
Healthy and strong teeth support and maintain your jaw alignment. That is why when you lose one or more teeth, your remaining teeth may shift, and the ability to chew and speak may be affected. A bridge replaces missing teeth with artificial teeth, eliminating the gap where those teeth had been. The bridge is bonded onto surrounding teeth for support.
When you lose a tooth, a dental implant may be needed to replace the tooth root and crown. Dental implants are simply "anchors" that permanently support replacement teeth. They are secure and durable and can be cleaned and cared for much like your natural teeth. However, dentures may be your best solution if you've lost all your natural teeth due to periodontal disease, tooth decay or injury.
Anxiety-Free Dentistry
Testimonials
“ This has meant that I no longer had to have that "dread" of knowing that I had problems in my mouth that I just could not bring myself to deal with. At some point in my life I developed a tremendous fear of going to the dentist... I didn't want my teeth touched, my heart raced at the though of it and time after time...the sensible person in me would make dental appointments and then back out before it was time to go.
I had cavities, my teeth hurt and I actually started eating and chewing "differently" as well as drinking through straws to avoid the pain that I felt when certain teeth made contact with hot and cold food or drinks. Oral conscious sedation provided me with the security that I needed to get me in the office and get my problems taken care of. I was absolutely embarrassed to talk to anyone about my dental fear before...thinking that I had a unique fear; however, I know now that I am not unique in that respect and have seen the benefits of oral sedation for my husband as well. His problems were much more advanced than mine and he knew he had many dental visits ahead to correct them, but after a few sessions while using oral sedation, he was able to have a multitude of problems fixed and is now on the right track to maintaining healthier teeth.
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-- K.T.
Many people are afraid or uncomfortable going to the dentist. We offer pain-free and anxiety-free dental procedures for patients who fear dental procedures, fear painful injections, have difficulty with their gag reflex, have very sensitive teeth or have difficulty becoming numb from oral injections. It also provides an opportunity to perform multiple or lengthy dental procedures in a single session.
We use multiple techniques to assure you have a pain and anxiety-free dental experience. We offer medications and nitrous oxide (laughing gas) along with highly skilled, painless local anesthesia delivery in order to lower your stress and make you comfortable. Any or all of these techniques will be discussed with you individually to offer you a pain and anxiety-free dental experience.
Low Dose Radiation Digital X-Rays
Our office is one of the few in DuPage County to utilize the newest technology in digital x-rays. This new x-ray approach reduces radiation exposure to the patient by 50%, making it a safe choice for you and your family. Our computer then aids the doctor in accurate diagnosis, providing you with the most conservative dentistry possible.
Pediatric Dentistry
Our dentists are comfortable with all phases of children's dental care, including cleanings, fillings, fluoride treatments, sealants and more. We have techniques specifically designed for children, which establish trust and help your child accept dental treatment. Our team will regularly evaluate your child's dental needs to provide the highest level of prevention and treatment. As your child grows, we will monitor your child's teeth for early treatment of bite or tooth alignment problems that may arise. We are committed to providing the best possible dental care for your child in a friendly, anxiety-free environment.
