Cosmetic Dentistry in Monterey, California

One of the first things people notice is your smile. If chipped, stained, or crooked teeth are "hiding" the real you, it's time for a smile make over with Dr. Richard J. Bianco, D.M.D.

A beautiful smile can brighten your life every day, professionally and socially. And unlike plastic surgery, cosmetic dentistry isn't a major operation. Imagine coming in for a single appointment or two with Dr. Bianco, and emerging with the smile you've always wanted...no pain, no strain, no time taken away from your busy life.  The results are immediate and dramatic.

New Ways to A Beautiful Smile

There are many ways we can give you a youthful, attractive, natural looking smile! Dr. Bianco can brighten teeth that have lost their sparkle, cover problem teeth with ultra-thin veneers, re-fit dentures with new ones that are more natural, functional and comfortable; and replace old, worn-out repairs with porcelain "metal-free" caps, crowns and bridges that look more healthy and natural. Click here to see smile gallery.

Whitening

Dr. Bianco can treat discolored, stained or aging teeth with our state-of-the-art whitening process. The treatment can be completed in just over an hour in our office, or you can choose at-home treatments. A dazzling smile isn't just for celebrities any more. It's for you, because you're worth it. Click here to see before/after examples.

Porcelain Veneers

Cover problem teeth with ultra-thin porcelain veneers. Think of this treatment as a manicure for your smile. Veneers are thin shells of porcelain that are custom fit over your natural teeth. Dr. Bianco can change the shape, color and length of your teeth in only two visits. It looks so good you'll wonder why you waited so long. Click here to see a before/after (html) example. Here is a Before and After Story of Transformation.

Dentures

Ditch ill-fitting dentures with new ones that are even more natural, functional and comfortable. These are not your mother's dentures. Dr. Bianco likes to use new materials that can be custom blended to your skin, hair and eye color to look as if you were born with perfect teeth. Dentures can also be replaced or relined to correct problems with aging jaws so you can chew without discomfort again.

Porcelain Crowns

When the size of a "filling" exceeds a certain proportion of the tooth, it must be replaced with a "cap," also called a "crown." Dr. Bianco likes to use porcelain crowns that look very natural and don't have a dark metal line. Porcelain crowns reflect light with a natural healthy glow. Click here to see a before/after example.

Dental Implants

Implants are bridges that are permanently anchored into the jaw. Because there is always a perfect fit, implants are almost the same as having your natural teeth back again. To qualify for implants, you'll need healthy oral tissues and jawbone ridges that are in good shape. If you're suffering from tooth loss, talk with Dr. Bianco about whether implants are an option for you. Click here to see a before/after example.

Dental Bonding

Dr. Bianco uses dental bonding to sculpt individual teeth with a special tooth-like material that looks, acts and feels like the real thing. Bonding is an affordable, quick and painless way to repair many cosmetic flaws or injuries.  Click here to see a before/after example.

Replace Old Crowns and Bridges

Turn "Metal Mouth" into a natural smile. Replace old crowns and bridges with metal-free restorations. There's a huge difference between metal fillings and Dr. Bianco's new porcelain restorations that reflect the translucence of natural teeth. Your new metal-free crowns, inlays and bridges won't show wear or cause opposing teeth to erode, and fitting the crown or bridge is a breeze.