A transformed smile changes how you walk into a room. At Thrive Dental & Orthodontics in Dallas, cosmetic dentistry starts with one commitment — you see exactly what your new smile will look like before any irreversible treatment begins.
We offer teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, resin composite veneers, tooth bonding, and dental crowns for cosmetic restoration at our Preston Road office on the corner of Frankford and Preston. Every significant cosmetic case begins with a diagnostic wax-up so you can evaluate and approve the proposed result before we prepare a single tooth. We use a Medit digital intraoral scanner — no goopy impressions ever. Digital X-rays and photos are shown directly on the TVs in your treatment room so you understand your own teeth clearly before deciding on anything. And every new patient receives complimentary custom whitening trays included with their first visit.
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A cosmetic dental investment deserves complete transparency before anything irreversible happens. At our Dallas office, significant cosmetic cases — particularly porcelain veneers — begin with a diagnostic wax-up.
A diagnostic wax-up is a physical three-dimensional model of your proposed smile transformation, sculpted in wax on models of your actual teeth. It shows you precisely what the proposed veneers, crowns, or restorations would look like before any preparation begins. You evaluate the shape, the length, the proportions. You can request adjustments. You and your dentist align on the design before anything permanent happens.
Combined with our digital X-rays and intraoral photos shown on your treatment room TVs, you leave your Dallas cosmetic consultation with more clarity than most cosmetic dental offices provide — seeing your actual teeth, your actual bite, and your proposed result before any commitment is made.
Our Dallas office displays your digital panoramic X-rays and high-quality intraoral photos directly on the TVs in your treatment room during your cosmetic consultation. You see exactly what your dentist sees — your current tooth shape, color, spacing, and alignment — in real time while the treatment plan is being discussed.
For cosmetic patients, this changes everything. Instead of hearing a verbal description of what treatment would improve, you see your own smile on screen and can point to exactly what you want changed. The conversation becomes collaborative and specific — and the treatment plan that results reflects your actual goals rather than a generic checklist.
This same technology is used throughout your treatment. If you’re having veneers placed, you can see the prepared teeth on screen. If you’re comparing whitening shades, the images make the differences visible and concrete.
All cosmetic procedures at our Dallas office are performed in-house. No referrals, no coordinating care across multiple practices.
Every new patient at our Dallas location receives complimentary custom whitening trays — professionally fabricated from a precise Medit digital scan of your teeth, paired with professional-strength whitening gel. Included with your new patient visit at no charge, no conditions.
Custom trays are significantly more effective than over-the-counter strips. The Medit scanner captures a precise model of your exact tooth contours — the trays fit perfectly, holding gel against enamel and away from gum tissue, with even coverage across every tooth. For patients who want faster results, in-office whitening is also available at our Dallas location. See our teeth whitening page for complete details.
Porcelain veneers are ultra-thin ceramic shells custom-fabricated in a dental lab and bonded permanently to the front surface of your teeth. They address chips, cracks, severe staining that doesn’t respond to whitening, gaps, minor misalignment, worn teeth, and uneven proportions — delivering a complete smile transformation in as few as two appointments.
Porcelain has a translucency and light-reflecting depth that replicates natural tooth enamel better than any other restorative material. Stain-resistant and with proper care lasting 15–20 years, porcelain veneers are the gold standard for patients who want the most natural-looking and longest-lasting cosmetic result.
At our Dallas office, the veneer process begins with a consultation, your X-rays on screen, and a diagnostic wax-up. Once the design is approved, a small amount of enamel is removed, the Medit scanner captures the preparation digitally — no impressions — and veneers are fabricated at our partner lab. Temporary restorations protect your teeth while permanent veneers are made.
Resin composite veneers are made from the same tooth-colored material used in modern fillings — applied directly to the tooth surface and sculpted by your dentist, often in a single appointment. No lab fabrication period, no temporary restorations. Less expensive upfront than porcelain and requiring minimal or no enamel removal.
Composite veneers are well-suited for minor cosmetic concerns, for patients who want to preview a result before committing to porcelain, or for younger patients whose smiles are still developing. Tradeoffs are longevity — typically 5–7 years before touch-up or replacement — and stain resistance compared to porcelain. Our Dallas dental team gives you an honest recommendation at your consultation based on your specific goals and situation.
Tooth bonding applies tooth-colored composite resin directly to a tooth to repair chips, smooth uneven edges, close minor gaps, or improve shape — often completed in a single appointment without anesthesia. The most conservative and affordable cosmetic option for the right situation. Fast, comfortable, and with results that are immediately natural-looking.
For patients with a single chipped tooth, a small gap, or minor uneven edges, bonding is often all that’s needed. Our Dallas team will tell you honestly at your consultation whether bonding is the right solution or whether a more comprehensive approach would serve you better long-term.
When a tooth is significantly broken, discolored, or structurally compromised beyond what a veneer can adequately address, a dental crown restores both appearance and function simultaneously. At our Dallas office we use the Medit scanner for crown fabrication — no impressions — and partner with high-quality dental labs for Emax porcelain and Zirconia crowns that are virtually indistinguishable from surrounding natural teeth.
A smile makeover combines multiple cosmetic procedures — whitening, veneers, crowns, bonding — into a comprehensive, cohesive plan designed around your specific goals and facial anatomy. At our Dallas office, smile makeover planning begins with your X-rays and photos on screen, a thorough consultation, and a diagnostic wax-up before any treatment is proposed.
We walk you through each component of the plan, the sequence of treatment, the realistic timeline, and complete cost information before you commit to anything. For patients who have been thinking about a significant smile change for years, the consultation is the most valuable appointment you can book. Come in, tell us what you want to change, and let our Dallas team show you what’s possible.
Before and after photos from real patients tell the true story of cosmetic dental work — not stock images. Our Instagram page features real before and after cases from Thrive patients including veneers, whitening, and full smile transformations. Follow us before your consultation to see the quality of work our cosmetic team delivers.
One of the genuine advantages of our Dallas location is having cosmetic dentistry and orthodontics available in the same office. For patients considering veneers who also have alignment concerns, straightening first almost always produces a better cosmetic outcome — properly aligned teeth require fewer veneers, the proportions look more natural, and the long-term stability of cosmetic work is better when the bite is correct.
Our Dallas orthodontic team offers Invisalign and braces with free consultations available. Because both teams work at the same location, coordinating an orthodontic phase before cosmetic treatment is completely seamless. Many patients combine both — and the result is a comprehensive smile transformation that wouldn’t be possible with separate offices managing different parts of the plan.
Cosmetic consultations and longer procedures deserve a comfortable, beautiful environment. Our Dallas office delivers that.
Our lobby features stunning chandeliers and a welcoming atmosphere — complimentary coffee, tea, and water available from the moment you arrive. Every treatment room has two TVs — one above the chair and one at eye level — with Netflix available throughout your appointment, plus earphones in every room for full audio immersion. After every procedure, a warm towel. The combination creates an environment that feels nothing like a typical dental office.
For cosmetic patients who often spend longer in the chair than routine care patients, these details matter significantly. We’ve invested in making the Dallas office a place you genuinely don’t mind being.
Almost anyone in good dental health who wants to improve the appearance of their smile is a candidate for some form of cosmetic dentistry. A few important things to know before your consultation:
Oral health comes first. Active decay or gum disease is addressed before any cosmetic work begins. Veneers placed over unhealthy gum tissue won’t last and won’t look right. The wax-up and consultation process identifies anything that needs to be addressed first.
Whitening only works on natural enamel. Existing crowns, veneers, and composite fillings don’t respond to whitening products. If you have visible restorations on front teeth and want to whiten, color coordination needs to be part of your treatment plan — which is exactly what the wax-up and our digital imaging process addresses.
Porcelain veneers are a permanent commitment. Because enamel is removed during preparation, porcelain veneers are irreversible. The diagnostic wax-up ensures you’re confident in the design before anything permanent happens. This is why we don’t skip it.
Cosmetic dentistry is generally not covered by insurance. Most plans classify cosmetic procedures as elective. We’re transparent about costs at your consultation and offer Cherry financing and in-house payment plans to make treatment accessible. Our Healthy Smiles Discount Plan provides discounted rates on cosmetic services — $89/year per primary member, $49/year for each additional family member.
Your consultation is a conversation — not a sales pitch. Here’s how it works at our Dallas office:
We begin with your digital X-rays and intraoral photos on the treatment room TV — your actual teeth, your actual bite, your actual starting point. We explain what we see clearly. Then we listen — what specifically do you want to change? Whiter teeth? Different shape? Correcting a chip? Closing a gap? A complete transformation? Your goal shapes everything that follows.
For any case involving veneers or significant changes, we discuss the diagnostic wax-up — what it involves, what you’ll see, and how it protects your investment in the result. We then present treatment options honestly — the most conservative approach that achieves your goal, the differences between options, a realistic timeline, and complete cost information before you make any decisions.
Most patients leave the consultation feeling more informed and more confident than they expected. You leave with a clear picture of what’s possible and no obligation to proceed.
Book your free cosmetic consultation at our Dallas office — corner of Frankford and Preston Road. Or call (214) 306-8088.
Most dental insurance plans classify cosmetic procedures as elective and don’t contribute toward them. We’re completely transparent about this at your consultation — no surprise bills, no misleading estimates about coverage.
For patients who need flexible payment options, we offer Cherry patient financing — quick approval and flexible monthly payment terms designed specifically for healthcare costs. In-house payment plans are also available. Our Healthy Smiles Discount Plan provides discounted rates on cosmetic procedures for $89/year. Visit our insurance page for details.
Our Dallas cosmetic dentistry office is at 17977 Preston Rd Unit A — on the corner of Frankford and Preston Road, convenient for patients throughout north Dallas. We serve patients from Preston Highlands, Preston Road, Lake Highlands, Uptown, and Oak Lawn.
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A physical three-dimensional model of your proposed smile transformation, sculpted in wax on models of your actual teeth. It shows you exactly what proposed veneers or restorations would look like before any irreversible work begins. For veneer treatment it allows you to evaluate the design, request adjustments, and confirm you’re satisfied before enamel removal occurs.
Veneer cost depends on the number of teeth treated and whether porcelain or composite is used. We provide complete cost information at your consultation. Cosmetic procedures are generally not covered by dental insurance, but Cherry financing and in-house payment plans make treatment accessible. Ask our Dallas team at your free consultation.
Not always — but if you have significant alignment concerns, straightening first often produces a better result with fewer veneers required. Our Dallas office has both cosmetic and orthodontic care available, making that coordination completely seamless.
Yes — follow our Instagram for before and after photos from real Thrive patients including veneers, whitening, and smile makeovers.
Yes — our Dallas office uses the Medit intraoral scanner for all cosmetic procedures including crown and veneer fabrication. No trays, no putty, no gagging. More accurate than any physical impression.
Yes — completely free, no conditions. Every new patient at our Dallas location receives custom whitening trays made from a precise Medit digital scan of their teeth plus professional-strength whitening gel, included with their new patient visit.
A better smile is closer than you think — and finding out what’s possible costs nothing. Come in for your free cosmetic consultation at our Dallas office on Frankford and Preston Road and let our team show you exactly what’s achievable.
Book your free cosmetic consultation at Thrive Dental & Orthodontics Dallas. Or call (214) 306-8088.
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