Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry in Cottonwood Heights UT

At Van Leeuwen Dental in Cottonwood Heights, UT, Dr. Adam VanLeeuwen and Dr. John Allen bring a unique blend of expertise, precision, and compassion to every smile they treat. Whether you’re coming in for cosmetic enhancements or preventive care, you’re in the hands of providers who are passionate about dentistry in Cottonwood Heights UT, and genuinely care about your overall well-being.

What to expect from Cosmetic Dentistry in Cottonwood Heights UT

Dr. VanLeeuwen, with advanced training and certification in multiple areas of cosmetic dentistry, is known for his perfectionist approach and eye for detail. He doesn’t just aim to improve your smile — he crafts it with balance, harmony, and long-lasting results in mind. Dr. Allen shares the same commitment to excellence and provides comprehensive care with a warm, personalized approach that makes patients feel confident and comfortable at every visit.

At Van Leeuwen Dental, we’re conservative in our treatment philosophy, using only high-end materials and cutting-edge technology to deliver stunning results that never compromise your oral health.

And because both Dr. VanLeeuwen and Dr. Allen approach cosmetic dentistry through the lens of preventive and restorative care, they’re able to spot and address underlying issues that others might overlook — helping ensure that your smile stays not just beautiful, but healthy, for years to come.

Common Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures

If you're wondering how people get those flawless smiles, the secret often lies in cosmetic dentistry. Many of the patients we see at Van Leeuwen Dental come to us to improve the aesthetics of their teeth. Here are some popular cosmetic procedures available at our clinic:

Teeth Whitening

While off-the-shelf products can whiten teeth, the results are never as brilliant or as long-lasting as a personalized treatment from a professional cosmetic dentist. This is a simple and popular technique that can often be done in one dental visit. For people that need to make a good impression, this is an easy fix to help achieve that.

Dentistry doesn’t have to be just about fixing painful problems. It can also be about helping people to look and feel better about themselves. A smile is one of the most important ways we interact with people. Cosmetic dentistry can bring out the best in your own.

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Veneers

Veneers are a shell of a porcelain-like material that is affixed to the teeth. They are more expensive and comprehensive than composite bonding but fulfill the same function. Veneers work to fill in chips, providing more even teeth or filling in awkward gaps and spaces.

This method may require a bit more work on the teeth, possibly even chipping away more of the tooth to ensure a better fit when the veneer is bonded on. However, once the work is done, a veneer is a very durable, aesthetically pleasing technique that often requires no further touch-ups.

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Clear Aligners

Cosmetic Bonding

This is a process through which a plastic or resin is attached to your teeth. This can be used to cover and smooth over chips in your tooth, fill in gaps or awkward spacing, or seal cracks that may appear on certain teeth. Compared to other processes, composite bonding is relatively fast and not as expensive. However, this also means that the work may not last as long as other methods and might require replacement or touching up.

Composite bonding also stains more quickly than other cosmetic dental work. If you smoke, drink a lot of tea or coffee, or even eat a lot of candy; this can affect the appearance and durability of the bond.

Restorative Dentistry Options at Van Leeuwen Dental

When it comes to restorative dentistry, the goal is to bring your teeth back to full functionality while maintaining a natural appearance. Here are some of the services we offer:

Dental Implants

Dentures act as a replacement for entire sets of teeth on the upper and lower gums, but dental implants are a more specific technique that replaces an individual tooth. If you have lost only a few teeth due to dental work, or mishap, a dental implant is an excellent substitute.

It should be noted that dental implants, while a durable solution, may also require some extra care. A dental implant essentially affixes a titanium screw into the gums and bone, to which the implant itself is attached. One of the properties of titanium, aside from being an incredibly tough metal, is that it does not provoke a response from the immune system. Extra care should be taken to ensure the gums around the implant are kept clean. If bacteria get into the sensitive gum area around the screw, it could lead to infection.

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Dental Crowns

A dental crown is like a “cap” that is fixed to a single tooth. Dental crowns can be the solution to many issues. These include weakened teeth due to cavities, chipped teeth, or discoloration from illness or infection. The procedure usually involves cementing the crown into place, making it a permanent fixture that shouldn’t require any additional maintenance aside from good oral hygiene.

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Dental Bridges

Today, there are many alternatives to ensure that a missing tooth doesn’t have to become an embarrassment. One technique called a Dental Bridge is a unique solution to the problem.

A dental bridge is designed to address a particular kind of missing tooth problem for patients in Cottonwood Heights UT. If there is a “space” in your mouth where you have a tooth, followed by a missing tooth and then another tooth, a dental bridge is a perfect solution.

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Dentures

Dentures or “false teeth” as they are more commonly known have been a reliable oral tool for centuries.

Regular dentures are a full replacement of both sets of teeth, both upper and lower. Partial dentures are any number of configurations for people that may still have some functioning teeth remaining that they wish to keep. This includes some back teeth, front teeth, or any other combination.

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Gum Lift

Some people may have either a “gummy” or a “toothy” smile. All this means is that the ratio of how much gum appears versus teeth may be off-balance compared to what most people are used to seeing. A “gum lift” is a surgical technique originally used strictly for gum health reasons to reshape gum tissue or the bone underneath on which the gum was fixed.

Today, a gum lift is used to sculpt the way the gums appear in the mouth. This creates proportions that are more normal and evens out any irregularities in the gum distribution for a more symmetrical smile.

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Tooth Colored Fillings

If you’re looking for a team that truly understands the art and science of a great smile, Dr. Adam VanLeeuwen and Dr. John Allen are here to help. Call Van Leeuwen Dental today to schedule your personalized consultation and discover what’s possible for your smile.

Van Leeuwen Dental
1845 East Fort Union BLVD
Cottonwood Heights UT 84121
(801) 943-1612

OFFICE HOURS

Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm

Tuesday
7:00am - 4:00pm

Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm

Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm

Friday
8:00am - 2:00pm*

Saturday & Sunday
Closed

*Only Open One Friday Per Month