Cosmetic Dentistry in Ravenna
A confident smile can make a difference at a first coffee date, a campus reunion, or a stroll through University Village. If stains, chips, gaps, or uneven teeth make you hold back, today’s cosmetic treatments may help you feel good about showing your smile.
Green Lake Cosmetic Dentistry offers cosmetic dentistry to Ravenna patients from our office on Aurora Avenue North, a short drive from 15th Avenue NE, Ravenna Boulevard, and 25th Avenue NE. Dr. Cherryl Ellison, a general dentist, takes a warm, honest approach and explains what is realistic for your smile before you decide on anything.
Cosmetic dentistry is about the look of your teeth and how you feel when you share your smile. Treatments can lighten stains, repair chips, close small gaps, reshape uneven edges, and straighten crowded teeth. A smile that is well shaped and well aligned is also easier to keep clean. Some patients start with a single whitening visit, while others plan several steps over time.
The American Dental Association’s MouthHealthy site lists whitening, bonding, veneers, and braces or removable aligners among common ways adults improve their smiles, and it suggests talking with your dentist before choosing a whitening product. We follow the same approach: you share what bothers you, and Dr. Ellison explains which options may fit your teeth and your budget.
From Ravenna Park to the shops at University Village, our patients lead busy lives, so we keep cosmetic care simple and all in one office. These are the services people ask about most:
Not sure where to begin? Come in for a conversation. Dr. Ellison looks at your teeth, listens to your goals, and suggests the simplest option that may get you there, even when it costs less than you expected. For a larger change, we can break treatment into steps so you can see each result before moving on.
Your first visit starts with a conversation. Dr. Ellison examines your teeth and gums, asks what you would like to change, and describes what each treatment can and cannot do. When bonding or whitening could handle the concern, she says so. When veneers or a smile makeover make more sense, she explains each step before you commit.
Healthy teeth and gums come first, so we address any concerns before cosmetic work begins. A common path is aligners first and whitening last, and we order the steps so each one builds on the one before. Bonding is usually completed in one visit without lab work, and we show you how brushing, flossing, and regular checkups help protect your results.
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 Ravenna patients:
A brighter, more even smile does not have to wait for a special occasion, and the first step is simply a conversation. Dr. Cherryl Ellison offers 7 years of experience, continuing education, and a straightforward style that keeps every cosmetic visit clear and comfortable.
Our Aurora Avenue North office is an easy drive from Ravenna, and new patients of every age are welcome. Contact our office to schedule your cosmetic consultation.
Dr. Cherryl Ellison – Dentist Serving Ravenna, Seattle
With 7 years of experience, Dr. Cherryl Ellison brings a patient-first approach to dentistry for Ravenna 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.
It depends on what bothers you. Whitening is a common starting point for stained teeth, and bonding can repair a chip or a small gap. Dr. Ellison recommends the simplest option that may reach your goal and explains your other choices.
The American Dental Association's MouthHealthy site suggests speaking with your dentist before whitening and looking for products with the ADA Seal of Acceptance. We offer in-office Zoom whitening, and Dr. Ellison can talk through what is realistic for your teeth.
Veneers are thin tooth-colored shells that cover the front of a tooth. MouthHealthy notes that, unlike bonding, veneers require removing a small amount of enamel. Bonding attaches tooth-colored material directly to the tooth, and Dr. Ellison explains which one fits your smile.
Yes. If you want a larger change, we can map out a step-by-step plan so you can spread treatment over time and see each result before moving to the next step.
Coverage depends on your plan and the treatment, so our team can check your benefits before your visit. Our financing and insurance page explains your options in plain language.
Daily brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits help protect your results. MouthHealthy recommends brushing twice a day, flossing at least once a day, and seeing your dentist twice a year, and Dr. Ellison can tailor advice to the treatment you choose.
Ready to picture a brighter smile? Reach out today to talk through your goals, review your options, and choose a visit time that suits your schedule.
