Smile 360

Dr. Ip can examine your smile and determine whether this treatment is right for you during a consultation at our Austin dental office. Generally aligners can be used to straighten the teeth of patients with an underbite, crossbite, overbite, gapped teeth, open bite, and crowded teeth.

Invisalign® costs around $5,000 depending on your case. At Smile 360 in Austin, you can expect the cost of treatment, including your complete set of aligners, to be around $5,000. The cost varies from patient to patient, and insurance often covers at least a portion of the treatment. We believe everyone should be able to enjoy the benefits of a beautiful smile. To minimize out-of-pocket expenses, we offer in-house, zero-percent financing options. To get a custom price quote and learn more about your payment options, contact our practice online. You can also reach our office in Austin by phone.

Dr. Ip uses top-quality porcelain to create dental veneers that blend into your surrounding teeth, giving you a natural-looking smile upgrade. Veneers can be used to conceal stains, minor cases of misalignment, and chips or cracks all at once. They are stain-resistant and carefully designed to last several years before they need to be replaced.

Although it's true that veneers and bonding serve the same purpose, veneers are a more premium solution with unique benefits. If a tooth needs significant coverage for an issue such as an intrinsic stain, covering the entire front surface with a veneer will look more natural than bonding and will last longer. However, because they are a more significant investment than bonding, many patients choose to receive bonding in order to decide if they would like to eventually upgrade to veneers.

It all depends on your specific needs. If you have a tooth that is severely misshapen, has very little enamel, or is significantly damaged, a crown is likely the best way to achieve an aesthetic enhancement. Retaining healthy natural dental tissue is always the priority in dentistry, so if your dental imperfections are subtle, a veneer may be a better solution. Dr. Ip will carefully examine your smile and take note of your goals to recommend the best solution for your needs.

Veneers are highly stain-resistant, but it's important to remember that your natural teeth are not. The best way to maintain your results is to remain conscious of foods and drinks that could stain surrounding teeth and cause your smile to look inconsistent. When you indulge in coffee, tea, tomato sauce, and other deeply pigmented foods and drinks, take a minute to brush or at least rinse your mouth with water afterward.

Veneers don't last forever. However, by taking proper care of your smile, your veneers could last between 10 and 20 years. In addition to maintaining excellent oral hygiene, you should take care to never use your veneers to bite into especially hard or sticky foods, open packages, or chew on objects like pen caps or fingernails.

Sleep apnea is more than just loud or heavy snoring. Sleep apnea refers to the involuntary, repetitive interruption of breathing during sleep. When these interruptions occur, you may struggle to breathe or stop breathing for up to a full minute. During these periods, you will shift into a lighter stage of sleep to regain your breath, significantly disrupting a full night's rest.

A CPAP machine refers to a popular treatment option for obstructive sleep apnea. The device consists of a base unit and a mask worn over the nose and/or mouth. The CPAP machine pushes air through the mask and promotes continuous positive airway pressure while a patient sleeps. Oral appliances can treat obstructive sleep apnea effectively without full reliance on a CPAP machine. We can go over your treatment options during the consultation process at our office in Austin, TX.

Oral appliance therapy is an effective treatment option for patients with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea. This means you are suffering anywhere from five to 30 episodes in which you stop breathing per night. Central sleep apnea (CSA), a much rarer form of the condition, is caused by lapses in neurological activity. If you have central sleep apnea, you will require a different approach to treatment than an oral appliance.

The benefits of Oral Appliance Therapy include: Better sleep quality Decreased snoring Improved focus during the day Elevated mood Better sleep for your bed partner and family members

More than 17,000 patients have improved their airway health through the Vivos System.

Your devices will be designed based on highly detailed scans of your bite, so they should fit snugly and comfortably over your teeth. Within a few weeks, most patients get used to wearing the appliances at night and don't give them a second thought. Of course, if you ever need to make adjustments to your appliance, you can visit our Austin office.

The Vivos System is truly a revolution in the non-surgical treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. The therapy consists of retainer-like devices that patients wear during the night. Not only do the devices shift your jaws to facilitate breathing and alleviate snoring, but they also apply precise pressure to reshape your oral structures and permanently improve the function of your airway. In less than two years, many of our patients in Austin, TX, can stop using the appliances and enjoy a life free of OSA.

Cosmetic dentistry can provide: Boosted Confidence Increased Opportunity Improved Oral Health

Both cosmetic and restorative dentistry can completely transform your smile, but they do so in different ways. While cosmetic dentistry focuses on the aesthetics of your smile, restorative dentistry focuses on improving the health of your smile. Before receiving any cosmetic treatments, every patient needs to be in good oral health. Restorative treatment can greatly improve the health of your teeth and gums, restoring your candidacy for cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Ip may recommend periodontal treatment, dental implants, or full mouth reconstruction before you can receive cosmetic care. After any structural concerns have been addressed, you can explore your cosmetic dentistry options with Dr. Ip.

The cost of cosmetic dental care depends on which procedures are selected. For example, teeth whitening will cost less than a more extensive treatment such as a smile makeover. We are upfront about all our dental costs and will provide you with an estimate during your consultation so you know exactly what to expect. Our Austin office offers financing options for Invisalign to help make treatment more affordable. Cosmetic treatments are usually not covered by insurance, but treatments with restorative benefits may qualify for coverage. Our staff is happy to answer any dentistry questions you have to ensure you get the most out of your insurance.

Yes, our location has both handicapped parking and a wheelchair-accessible entrance.

In order to keep your treatment costs as low as possible, Smile 360 is happy to accept dental insurance through most major providers. If you are uninsured or need additional help with out-of-pocket expenses, we also offer in-house financing plans on a wide range of procedures.

SMILE 360 offers a variety of dental services including: - Veneers - Invisalign® - Oral Appliance Therapy - Sleep Apnea Treatment - Vivos® Airway Health - Dental Implant Restoration - Full Mouth Reconstruction - Periodontal Treatment - TMJ Treatment - Tooth Extraction