Cosmetic Dentistry

Create the Smile You've Always Wanted

Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. At Glendale Dental Wellness, Dr. Ivan Chan combines advanced dental technology with an artistic eye to deliver cosmetic results that look natural and last. Whether you want to brighten your teeth, straighten your smile, or completely transform your appearance, we offer a full range of cosmetic solutions tailored to your goals.

Cosmetic dentistry is about more than aesthetics — it's about confidence. Patients who feel good about their smile tend to smile more often, make stronger first impressions, and experience a genuine boost in self-esteem. Every treatment we recommend is designed to complement your facial features and produce results that feel like you, only better.

Which Cosmetic Treatment Is Right for You?

Picking the right treatment is usually a matter of matching your goal to the right tool. Most cosmetic visits start with one of four questions:

• "I want whiter teeth." Start with professional teeth whitening — in-office Zoom for a one-visit change, or custom take-home trays for gradual whitening on your schedule. Whitening only affects natural tooth structure, so we'll review whether any visible restorations (crowns, veneers, large fillings) will need to be matched afterward.
• "My teeth are chipped, uneven, or stained beyond what whitening can fix." Porcelain veneers are typically the right answer. Thin custom shells bond to the front of your teeth and correct color, shape, and minor alignment in a single design process. Properly cared for, veneers commonly last 10-15+ years.
• "My teeth are crooked or my bite feels off." Invisalign clear aligners straighten teeth without the look or daily inconvenience of traditional braces. Dr. Jonathan Gao is a certified Gold Invisalign Provider at our practice and handles both adult and teen cases.
• "I want a complete change — not just one tooth." A smile makeover combines several treatments (often veneers + whitening + minor orthodontics + bite correction) into a single coordinated plan. Dr. Chan uses digital previews so you can see the projected result before any work starts.

Many patients combine two or three of these. For example: aligning teeth with Invisalign first, then whitening, then placing veneers on the two or three most visible teeth. We'll sequence the plan in the order that protects each result — and we won't recommend treatment you don't need.

What a Cosmetic Consultation at Glendale Dental Wellness Looks Like

The consultation is meant to be informative, not high-pressure. In about 45-60 minutes:

• Dr. Chan examines your teeth, gums, and bite and listens to what you'd like to change
• We capture digital photos and an iTero 3D scan of your teeth — the same scan we use for Invisalign and crown design
• You see a side-by-side preview of options that could deliver the result you want, with a frank assessment of which would actually work for your case
• You receive a written treatment plan with fees, sequencing, and financing options before you leave

Patients regularly tell us they appreciated being walked through what was and wasn't worth doing. Cosmetic dentistry should feel like collaboration, not a sales process.

Paying for Cosmetic Dentistry in Glendale

Most cosmetic procedures are considered elective and aren't covered by dental insurance — but that doesn't mean they're out of reach. We work with patients to combine options that make the math reasonable:

• PPO insurance for the parts of your treatment that are covered — exams, cleanings, certain functional restorations
• CareCredit financing with 0% and low-interest medical financing options depending on the amount and your credit
• Our in-house membership plan for patients without insurance — bundles preventive care plus a discount on additional treatment
• Sequencing over time — if your full plan is a multi-year project, we'll typically start with the work that has the biggest visual or functional impact first

Your consultation includes a written estimate with every option laid out. You'll know exactly what each phase costs, what insurance contributes, and what your monthly payment looks like under each financing plan — with zero pressure to commit on the same day.

Why Choose Dr. Chan for Cosmetic Dentistry?

Not every dentist has the training or the eye for cosmetic work. Dr. Chan brings years of experience in aesthetic dentistry, combining precision with artistry to deliver results that look natural and beautiful. Here's what sets our approach apart:

• Personalized treatment plans — every smile is unique, and your plan is designed around your specific goals and facial structure
• Advanced technology — digital imaging and modern dental technology allow you to preview results before treatment begins
• Conservative approach — we preserve as much natural tooth structure as possible while achieving dramatic improvements
• Comprehensive options — from single-tooth fixes to full smile makeovers, we handle every level of cosmetic enhancement
• Comfortable experience — anxiety-free dentistry options ensure you feel relaxed throughout every procedure