If you’re looking for a dentist in Ventura, Sunset Dental offers cosmetic dental services for patients in Ventura, Oxnard, and Camarillo. Dr. Ronald Atanay, a UCLA School of Dentistry graduate with 35+ years of experience, evaluates each patient’s smile and recommends treatments that fit their goals and budget. Cosmetic work at Sunset Dental is practical and honest. Call 805-676-1800 to schedule a cosmetic consultation.
Dental bonding uses composite resin to repair or improve the appearance of teeth. Dr. Atanay applies and shapes the resin directly on the tooth to fix chips, cracks, gaps, discoloration, and worn or misshapen surfaces. Most bonding procedures take 30 to 60 minutes per tooth and are completed in a single visit. No drilling or anesthesia is required in most cases.
Bonding is one of the most cost-effective cosmetic procedures available. When cared for properly, bonding lasts one to ten years. Dr. Atanay checks bonding at routine exams and performs touch-ups as needed.
For patients with multiple cosmetic concerns, Dr. Atanay takes a full-mouth approach. He reviews the bite, alignment, gum line, and existing restorations before recommending a treatment sequence. Every mouth is different. The goal is the best achievable result in a practical order and at a cost that makes sense.
Smile design at Sunset Dental draws on a combination of bonding, teeth whitening, and restorative work like crowns. Dr. Atanay discusses the expected outcome at every step before any treatment begins.
Porcelain crowns restore both the function and appearance of damaged teeth. When a tooth is too broken or decayed for bonding or a filling, a crown provides full coverage. The porcelain material matches surrounding teeth in color and translucency. Insured patients at Sunset Dental receive $100 off the crown copay.
Professional take-home whitening trays from Sunset Dental use a higher-concentration bleaching gel than over-the-counter strips. Trays are custom-fitted from impressions of your teeth, so the gel contacts every surface evenly. Most patients complete treatment in one to two weeks and see results several shades brighter. See the Teeth Whitening page for full details.
Bonding typically lasts one to ten years depending on location in the mouth, bite pressure, and how well it is maintained. Front teeth bonding lasts longer on average than bonding applied to chewing surfaces.
Most bonding procedures are completed in one visit. More extensive smile design work involving multiple teeth or a combination of treatments may require two or more appointments. Dr. Atanay gives you a clear timeline before starting.
Most dental insurance plans do not cover elective cosmetic procedures. Bonding used to repair a damaged tooth may have partial coverage depending on your plan. Dr. Atanay’s team can help you check your benefits before treatment.
Call 805-676-1800 or book online. Sunset Dental is at 1545 Morse Ave, Suite A, Ventura, CA 93003. Dr. Atanay sees patients from Ventura, Oxnard, and Camarillo Monday through Friday. New patients are welcome.