Cosmetic Dentistry in Licton Springs
A smile you love can change how you show up in a job interview, a family photo, or a quick hello to a neighbor on Aurora Avenue. If chips, stains, gaps, or crowding make you hide your teeth, modern cosmetic treatments may help you feel good about smiling again.
Green Lake Cosmetic Dentistry offers cosmetic dentistry to Licton Springs patients from our office on Aurora Avenue North, just south of the neighborhood. Dr. Cherryl Ellison, a general dentist who focuses on family and cosmetic care, takes a friendly, honest approach and tells you what is realistic for your smile before you commit to anything.
Cosmetic dentistry focuses on how your teeth look and how you feel about them. It can brighten stained teeth, repair chips, close small gaps, reshape uneven edges, and straighten crowded teeth. Many treatments also help protect your teeth, because a well-shaped, well-aligned smile is easier to clean. You can start small with a whitening visit or plan a bigger change over time, and both paths begin with the same friendly conversation about what you want.
Small details matter more than most people expect. A 2022 study in the International Journal of Dentistry, archived by the National Library of Medicine, found that tooth shade and lip appearance affected how attractive people rated a smile. Everyday raters preferred the brightest shade tested, while dentists saw little difference between natural and bleached shades. That is why we talk through your goals and choose a look that suits your face, not a one-size-fits-all shade.
Whether you spend your days at North Seattle College, on the road along Interstate 5, or at home near Licton Springs Park, we offer a full set of cosmetic options in one office. Here are the treatments our patients ask about most:
You do not need to pick a treatment before you come in. Dr. Ellison reviews your teeth, listens to what bothers you, and recommends the simplest option that may reach your goal, even when that option costs less than what you expected. If you want a bigger transformation, we can map out a step-by-step plan so you can spread treatment over time and see each change before moving to the next one.
Your first visit is a conversation as much as an exam. Dr. Ellison looks at your teeth and gums, asks what you want to change, and explains what each option can and cannot do. If a quick fix like bonding or whitening could do the job, she says so. If a bigger change like veneers or a smile makeover fits better, she walks you through the steps first.
We also think about the whole picture. Healthy gums and strong teeth come first, so we address any concerns before cosmetic work begins. Many patients combine services over time, such as straightening with Invisalign and then whitening to finish, and we plan those steps so each one supports the next. Bonding is usually finished in one visit with no lab work, and we explain how to protect your results with daily brushing, flossing, and regular checkups.
Dr. Ellison has 7 years of experience and earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at Indiana University. She practiced in Vermont before moving to the Pacific Northwest, and she keeps learning through memberships in the Spear and Seattle Study Clubs. She is passionate about a comfortable, enjoyable visit for the whole family, and her goal is a functional, healthy, and beautiful smile for every patient. Our office is open Tuesday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with Saturday visits by appointment, and same-day appointments may be available when you need us.
We want cost to feel clear and manageable. We are in network with many PPO plans, including Delta Dental, Premera Blue Cross, Cigna, and MetLife, and our team can check your benefits before your visit. Cherry financing may offer 0% interest for 12 months on approved credit, and our financing and insurance page explains each option in plain language.
We understand the financial side of cosmetic dental care matters. Here are the ways we make it work for Licton Springs patients:
A brighter, more even, more confident smile is closer than you might think, and you can start with a simple conversation. Dr. Cherryl Ellison brings 7 years of experience, ongoing training, and a warm, honest style to every cosmetic visit, so you always know what to expect.
Our Aurora Avenue North office is a short drive from Licton Springs, and we welcome new patients of all ages. Contact our office to schedule your cosmetic consultation.
Dr. Cherryl Ellison – Dentist Serving Licton Springs, Seattle
With 7 years of experience, Dr. Cherryl Ellison brings a patient-first approach to dentistry for Licton Springs residents and families across North Seattle. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at Indiana University and keeps learning through the Spear and Seattle Study Clubs.
Whether you are coming in for a routine cleaning or exploring cosmetic options for the first time, Dr. Ellison takes the time to listen, explain, and make sure you feel comfortable with every step of your care.
No. You can arrive with a general idea of what bothers you, and Dr. Ellison reviews your teeth, listens to your goals, and recommends the simplest option that may reach them. If you prefer a bigger change, we can map out a step-by-step plan.
Bonding is usually finished in one visit with no lab work. Dr. Ellison shapes the tooth-colored material right at the chair to repair chips and small gaps. We also explain how to protect the result with daily brushing, flossing, and regular checkups.
Yes. Many patients combine services over time, such as straightening with Invisalign and then whitening to finish. We plan the steps so each one supports the next, and a smile makeover can bring several treatments together into one cohesive plan.
In-office Zoom whitening can lighten stains in a single visit. Your results depend on the kind of staining you have, and Dr. Ellison talks through what is realistic for your teeth before you begin.
Bonding repairs chips and small gaps with tooth-colored material shaped at the chair. Porcelain veneers are thin shells that cover stains, chips, and uneven shapes. If a quick fix could do the job, Dr. Ellison says so, and if veneers fit better, she walks you through the steps first.
Yes. Healthy gums and strong teeth come first, so we address any concerns before cosmetic work begins. That groundwork helps your results last and makes your new smile easier to keep clean.
Our team can check your benefits before your visit, and our financing and insurance page explains your options in plain language.
Wondering what a brighter, more even smile could look like for you? Reach out today and we can talk through your goals, explain your options, and plan a visit at your own pace.
