Cosmetic Dentistry in Lisle, IL
People notice your smile before almost anything else. From whitening stained teeth and closing chips or gaps to correcting misalignment or smoothing away the years with facial rejuvenation, Brammeier Family Dental brings together a full range of cosmetic services so you look and feel your best. Together with you, Drs. Brammeier and Ericson build a personalized treatment plan designed for natural, beautiful results.
What it covers
From teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, and invisible braces to dental implants and facial aesthetics: the full toolkit for a confident, radiant smile.
Who it's for
Anyone ready to enhance how their smile looks, from a quick whitening refresh to a complete smile makeover.
Why choose us
An artistic eye for natural-looking results that suit your features, backed by personalized treatment plans and advanced materials and techniques.
Picture the smile you've always wanted. Book a cosmetic consultation and we'll design your plan together.
Our Cosmetic Services
Invisible Braces
Get straighter teeth without pressing pause on daily life. Because clear aligners are virtually invisible and come out for meals and cleaning, they reach your goal in less time than traditional braces. Adults polishing their smile for work or social occasions and teens who want a modern alternative to metal brackets both find invisible braces a discreet, comfortable route to straight teeth.
Dental Implants
When it comes to replacing missing teeth, dental implants set the standard. The titanium post fuses with your jawbone to form a stable, permanent base for a custom crown that looks and works like a natural tooth. As a bonus, implants protect bone health and stop neighboring teeth from drifting, so your smile stays complete and your bite stays balanced.
Teeth Whitening
Years of stains and discoloration disappear with professional whitening, leaving a brighter, more youthful smile. Choose in-office laser whitening for dramatic same-day results, or custom take-home trays that brighten gradually on your own schedule. Whichever you pick, the outcome far surpasses anything sold over the counter.
Porcelain Veneers
Bonded to the front of your teeth, these ultra-thin porcelain shells instantly correct chips, stains, gaps, and minor misalignment. Every veneer is custom-designed for your smile, so the results look natural and stay virtually indistinguishable from real teeth. For patients who want a less invasive approach, we also offer minimal-prep and no-prep options.
Botulinum Toxin & Dermal Fillers
The lines and wrinkles on your face don't always match how you feel inside. By relaxing overactive muscles, botulinum toxin injections smooth existing lines and keep new ones from forming, while dermal fillers replace lost volume for a refreshed, youthful look. Beyond cosmetics, these quick in-office treatments also ease TMD and chronic migraines.
Every perfect smile begins with a conversation. Tell us what you'd like to change, and we'll show you what's possible.
What to Expect at Your Cosmetic Consultation
Your Consultation
- Smile assessment: Drs. Brammeier and Ericson hear out your goals and examine your teeth, gums, and facial features
- Treatment options: We walk through the cosmetic services that can deliver the look you want, with honest pros, cons, and realistic expectations
- Digital preview: With certain treatments, we can show you a preview of the results to expect
- Custom plan: A treatment plan built around you, with clear costs and a clear timeline
Helpful Tips
- Bring along photos of smiles you admire, since they help us understand your aesthetic goals
- A cosmetic consultation is also the perfect moment to address any underlying dental health issues
- Several cosmetic treatments can be paired together for a comprehensive smile makeover
- To keep cosmetic treatments within reach, we offer flexible financing
- Timelines differ by treatment, with some instant (whitening, veneers) and others taking weeks (invisible braces)
Frequently Asked Questions
The best cosmetic treatment depends entirely on what you want to change, which is why cosmetic dentistry is never one-size-fits-all. If your main concern is stained or yellowed teeth, whitening is the simplest and most affordable path. If you want to correct chips, gaps, and discoloration all at once, veneers do that in a single treatment plan, while invisible braces are the answer for alignment and implants for replacing missing teeth.
Often the most striking results come from combining a couple of these rather than relying on any one. At your consultation, Drs. Brammeier and Ericson look closely at your teeth, gums, and the way your smile frames your face, then recommend the option, or combination of options, that best fits your goals, your budget, and your timeline. The plan is built around the smile you describe, not a standard package.
Most cosmetic dentistry involves little to no discomfort, and comfort is something we plan for at every step. The specifics depend on the procedure: whitening can leave some temporary sensitivity, veneers involve minimal tooth preparation done under local anesthesia so you feel nothing during the visit, and invisible braces bring a mild pressure for a day or two each time you move to a new set of trays.
None of these are procedures patients need to dread. Our team works to keep every appointment calm and comfortable, and we are glad to walk you through exactly what to expect before any treatment begins. If you tend to feel anxious at the dentist, tell us, because knowing that ahead of time lets us pace the visit and add comfort measures so the experience stays easy.
Longevity varies quite a bit across cosmetic dentistry, since each treatment works differently. With proper maintenance, here is roughly what to expect:
- Professional whitening: 1 to 3 years, with occasional touch-ups
- Porcelain veneers: 10 to 15 years or longer
- Invisible braces: long-lasting, as long as you wear your retainer
- Dental implants: can last a lifetime
- Botox: 3 to 4 months; dermal fillers: 1 to 2 years
The habits that protect all of them are the same ones that keep natural teeth healthy: consistent brushing and flossing, regular checkups, and wearing a night guard if you grind. Those simple routines are what carry every one of these results to the top of its range.
Absolutely, and combining treatments is one of the most powerful things cosmetic dentistry can do. Many patients pair procedures for a bigger transformation than any single one delivers, such as whitening alongside veneers, or invisible braces first to straighten the teeth and whitening afterward to brighten them.
The key is sequencing them in the right order, since some treatments need to come before others to reach the best final result. Drs. Brammeier and Ericson can map out a phased treatment plan that tackles several concerns in a sensible order and spreads the work over a timeline that suits you, so each step builds on the last and the whole plan comes together into one cohesive smile.
Because most cosmetic dentistry is elective, meaning it is done to improve appearance rather than to treat a health problem, dental insurance typically does not cover it. Purely cosmetic whitening and veneers usually fall into this category.
There is an important exception, though. Procedures that also restore function or health, such as crowns, dental implants, or orthodontics, may qualify for partial coverage even when they improve your smile at the same time. We are happy to check your specific benefits and tell you honestly what is likely to be covered, and we offer financing options that break the remaining cost into manageable monthly payments so a beautiful smile stays within reach.
Getting started with cosmetic dentistry is simple: it begins with a consultation. This is a relaxed, pressure-free conversation, not a commitment to treatment, and it is the moment to say exactly what you would change about your smile if you could.
At that visit to our Lisle office, Drs. Brammeier and Ericson listen to your goals, examine your teeth, and lay out your options with clear, honest cost estimates and timelines. You leave with the information you need to make the right decision for your smile, whether that means moving ahead now or simply knowing what is possible. You can schedule a consultation online or call the office whenever you are ready.
Fall in love with your smile. Book a cosmetic consultation and discover what's possible.