Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry is an art form. At My Smile Artist in San Antonio, Dr. Imam blends art, science, and craftsmanship to produce quality aesthetic results that bring smiles to life. We transform smiles into masterpieces. Each smile treated is a testament to Dr. Imam’s relentless pursuit of perfection in his work.

Crafting Timeless Beauty

Dr. Imam specializes in transforming smiles into works of art, offering cosmetic dentistry solutions that cater specifically to San Antonio’s affluent clientele. Our services—including porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, and custom smile design—are meticulously tailored to enhance the natural elegance of our patients’ smiles.

We understand that a radiant smile conveys confidence and sophistication. A beautiful smile can create a timeless appearance, making patients look younger and healthier. With Dr. Imam’s artistic skills, he can create lifelike designs that complement your facial features.

Our use of cutting-edge technology ensures that each procedure is effective, minimally invasive, and comfortable. At My Smile Artist, we strive for perfection, ensuring that every detail of your smile reflects the quality and care you deserve.

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Mending Imperfections with Art and Science

In the refined office of My Smile Artist, we believe that a smile is a reflection of a person’s essence, a beacon of their individuality. Here, cosmetic dentistry is an art form dedicated to rectifying any dental concerns that may cloud the brilliance of your smile.

For those among us who have watched our smile dim over the years, whether from the natural aging process, lifestyle choices, or unexpected accidents, Dr. Imam offers a palette of solutions to various cosmetic concerns:

Tooth Stains: Discoloration is lifted to reveal a brightness that mirrors your inner vitality. After teeth whitening treatment, our patients’ teeth shine.
Damaged Teeth: Chips and cracks are seamlessly restored, blending artistry with durability. Bonding, veneers, and crowns are all reliable options to mend broken teeth.
Damaged or Misaligned Teeth: Misalignments and uneven spacing are elegantly corrected, bestowing upon you the confidence of alignment.
Missing Teeth: For smiles diminished by missing pieces, Dr. Imam sculpts replacements that mimic nature’s design, filling the voids with precision-crafted implants and veneers.

Each intervention is a step towards not just aesthetic enhancement, but a restoration of function and form. At My Smile Artist, the promise is not only of a smile renewed but of a visage transformed, ensuring that when you leave our office, you carry the light of timeless beauty.

Crafting Smiles with Precision

It’s easy to find a family dentist willing to close gaps between teeth, repair chips in them, or provide a complete smile makeover—but only at My Smile Artist can you get the design quality and accuracy that Dr. Imam provides. His precision in crafting smiles is enhanced by iTero and 3Shape scanners for the most accurate restorations for our patients. Only a skilled cosmetic dentist like Dr. Imam will ensure the beautiful, natural-looking results sought after by My Smile Artist patients.

What enables us to design and craft timeless smiles?

Advanced Training: Dr. Imam has two dental degrees and added years of experience working in the faculty practice of the University of Texas School of Dentistry. Additionally, he has completed a 2-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program that less than 2% of dentists in the nation have completed, and he’s studied with the KOIS center.
Artistic Inclination: Cosmetic dentists like Dr. Imam have an eye for perfection and the skills and knowledge to help patients achieve a healthy, beautiful smile. Dr. Imam takes into account oral condition and facial structure to determine the right design for each patient.
Understanding: An understanding of the tools, techniques, and materials is required to achieve lifelike results. Dr. Imam has proven his expertise in this area by being a graduate of the KOIS center and a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD).
State-of-the-Art Labs: We offer only high-quality services and restorations at My Smile Artist. Dr. Imam uses the best labs in the U.S. and internationally to craft his dental restorations with expert precision. This expert touch ensures that all our restorations are exquisitely designed and of the highest quality.

Satisfied Patients

Hear from one of Dr. Imam’s patients, and see how our cosmetic services have perfected a smile.

Dr. Imam is very patient & caring
“I am terrified of dental visits, but the staff at My Smile Artist put me at ease every time I visit. You are made to feel very welcomed from the moment you step into the office. Dr. Imam is very patient & caring. He explains the process & is very calming. I will not go anywhere besides My Smile Artist; they have redeemed my faith in the dental process! Excellent!!”
~ Carol H.

Cosmetic Dentistry Services

Dr. Imam offers comprehensive cosmetic dentistry services. We don’t just focus on making your smile look beautiful. To offer patients the highest quality treatments, we make sure we take care of health, oral function,and aesthetics.

Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain veneers can transform one tooth, multiple teeth, or your entire smile. They enhance teeth that are misaligned, discolored, or poorly shaped.

Thin shells of porcelain that mimic the characteristics, color, and translucency of your natural teeth. The veneers are designed to compliment your facial features. Dr. Imam will use advanced scanning technology to create a digital version of your face and jaw. Using this digital model, Dr. Imam can customize your veneers to fit your smile.

Digital technology allows you to participate in the smile design process and visualize yourself with a new smile. Visit our porcelain veneers page for details.

Dental Implants

For patients looking to replace missing or extracted teeth, there is no higher-quality treatment than dental implants. These prosthetic devices replace the tooth in its entirety: root and crown. Dental implants are crafted from sturdy titanium and topped with a beautiful porcelain restoration that is indistinguishable from natural teeth. We use advanced imaging technology for precise implant placement directly in your jaw.

We offer dental implants with many types of restorations including single-tooth restorations and full-mouth restorations such as the All-on-4® treatment concept and implant-supported dentures. Single missing teeth are restored with a lifelike dental crown.

All-Ceramic Crowns

A crown completely covers a broken, worn, or severely decayed tooth. Dental crowns are one of the most effective ways to repair damaged teeth and protect them from further damage or infection. A dental crown can complete your smile by covering a bothersome tooth and giving your smile a cohesive appearance.

Dr. Imam uses technologies like the SprintRay 3D printer to craft metal-free e.max and zirconia crowns for restorations that look like his patients’ natural teeth. Metal-free restorations not only provide better aesthetics but also safer health outcomes than metal crowns.

Dental Bonding

Dental bonding conceals cracks, chips, and small gaps. Dr. Imam skillfully blends composite material to match natural tooth color and translucency. The bonding is applied, shaped, and polished for natural-looking results. Patients who are looking for an instant solution to damaged teeth choose dental bonding for its short and simple application process.

Dr. Imam’s precision in applying the dental bonding ensures that the restoration is virtually undetectable, blending flawlessly with the surrounding teeth. This procedure, ideal for minor cosmetic improvements, significantly boosts the aesthetics of your smile without the need for more involved treatments.

Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening with Opalescence™ Boost™ and Opalescence Go™ is a fast and easy way to rejuvenate your smile. My Smile Artist offers two options to whiten teeth. In-office treatment provides dramatic results in about an hour. And in just two weeks of easy, flexible applications, take-home whitening will give you a brilliant smile.

A digital consultation through the Smile Virtual platform can be instrumental in helping you select the most suitable teeth whitening method. Visit our teeth whitening page for more information.

Advanced Technology for Advanced Smiles

The key to quality dental designs is advanced dental technology. My Smile Artist is outfitted with leading technology that enhances the safety, accuracy, and comfort of the diagnosis and smile design processes. Below are some examples of technology that assist with cosmetic dentistry:

Straumann Implants: Dr. Imam never settles for the simplest solution. We always use leading products and technology in our services. Straumann implants have more variety, strength, and healing capabilities than the average implant brand.

Digital Smile Design: At My Smile Artist, each smile is uniquely crafted using Digital Smile Design technology. Using this digital interface, we can create a 3D model of a patient’s new smile.

SmileFy: Another digital design tool, SmileFy, enhances our smile design process, allowing our patients to get more precise and stunning results. Patients will be able to actively participate in the designing of their new smile.

SprintRay 3D Printer: A 3D printer is an invaluable tool in a cosmetic dental office. Ours allows us to print dental appliances, restorations, and surgical guides in-house. This streamlines the treatment process without sacrificing quality.

Your Cosmetic Appointment

Patients interested in improving the health and appearance of their smiles schedule an appointment with Dr. Imam. During these appointments, patients have an opportunity to express their concerns and desires for their smiles. With this information in mind, Dr. Imam examines the patient’s teeth and makes suggestions catered to each individual.

Prescribing a Treatment

After performing an examination, Dr. Imam will make treatment recommendations that address each patient’s needs. Patients with cracked or stained teeth benefit from porcelain veneers or dental bonding. Those who have decaying or missing teeth may choose dental implants or dental crowns.

Each treatment suggestion is selected based on the patient’s needs and vision for what their smile should be. Dr. Imam specializes in creating smiles that not only look natural but also enhance your facial aesthetics.

Treatment Planning

To prepare a patient for treatment, we take detailed imaging and x-rays to build a new smile using our Digital Smile Design interface. This gives both Dr. Imam and the patient a chance to see what the results of treatment will look like. Once the patient approves the digital plan, Dr. Imam uses it as a guide to build dental appliances and carry out treatment.

How We Create Beautiful Smiles

A smile makeover from My Smile Artist comes with a beautiful smile guarantee—we will not permanently bond a smile makeover unless you love it. Patients seeking the unmatched blend of precision, aesthetic expertise, and dedication to holistic health come to us for three reasons:

Digital Smile Design | Digital Smile Design with SmileFy technology lets patients see how variations in the design will affect their smiles and facial appearances; it helps develop a treatment plan with predictable results. Dr. Imam includes details in each smile design that are unique to each patient—including dimensions of the face and the patient’s input. These details produce an aesthetic smile upgrade that compliments the facial features of the patient. Read our Digital Smile Design page for details.
High-Quality Materials | Materials of the highest quality are used for a smile makeover with porcelain veneers or for restoring a badly decayed or damaged tooth with a dental crown. The results are so lifelike that they can’t be distinguished from natural teeth. My Smile Artist patients can expect only the materials that create stunning and long-lasting results.
Try-In Smile Testing | A try-in is the patient’s opportunity to test drive their smile makeover before it is bonded to their teeth. This “try-in” phase allows both Dr. Imam and the patient to adjust the smile until they find the perfect fit. We always ensure patient satisfaction; our purpose is to provide treatments that exceed our patients’ expectations.

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Transform Your Smile, Transform Your Life

Cosmetic treatment from My Smile Artist can transform a patient’s entire life by providing the following benefits:

Assurance: With a beautiful new smile, patients gain a level of self-assurance from knowing their smile radiates poise and confidence. Our cosmetic treatments provide a more youthful appearance for our patients.

Long-Lasting Results: With quality materials and unmatched artistic skill, our dental team can provide cosmetic results that last for decades. Patients who value superior results will get the smile they’re hoping for, guaranteed.

Improved Performance: At My Smile Artist, we don’t offer cosmetic treatments that only have aesthetic advantages. Each cosmetic treatment also improves oral health, dental function, and quality of life.

Enhanced Appearance: Cosmetic treatments improve the appearance of a smile and the entire face. Dr. Imam evaluates facial shape, skin tone, and placement of wrinkles to make artistic dental decisions.

Dr. Imam | San Antonio’s Cosmetic Dentist.

Dr. Imam’s approach to cosmetic dentistry is patient-centric and holistic. We start with facial-driven treatment planning and work as a team to treat patients for their lifetime and help them achieve and maintain a healthy, beautiful smile.

Dr. Imam has proven himself as a leader in dentistry throughout his entire career. He graduated from both his undergraduate and graduate degrees in the top of his class, then he continued on to complete a 2-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program—one that less than 2% of dentists in the nation fully complete. Dr. Imam shows his commitment to remaining current with cosmetic dentistry techniques through continuing education courses and being involved in prestigious dental associations such as the KOIS center programs and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD).

Common Cosmetic Concerns

My Smile Artist is always forthcoming and transparent with our patients. It’s our mission to give you the custom service you’re looking for. If you have any further questions, contact our office and we will address your concerns.

Can you tailor dental treatments to accommodate my busy schedule and lifestyle needs?

For every treatment plan, Dr. Imam and our administrative team will outline the treatment timeline. You’ll know beforehand how many appointments to expect and about how long each will take. You’ll also know how much time to plan for healing and recovery. You’ll be able to work with our administrative team to find times that will work with your schedule.

With Dr. Imam’s experience and skill and our office’s repertoire of advanced technology, our treatments are efficient; treatment times are generally short.

How do you ensure that my dental restorations will match my natural teeth?

At My Smile Artist, we offer cosmetic treatments that are enhanced by the most up-to-date dental technology. Our digital scanners can capture both the shape and color of your teeth. We’ll design your new smile using digital software that allows us to match your restorations to the shape and color of your natural teeth.

Our milling machines can fabricate restorations using our digital designs. Your restorations will come out looking just as beautiful as a natural tooth.

How long will the results of my cosmetic treatments last?

All our restorations are made of the highest-quality materials, and they are applied with the utmost skill and precision. This makes treatments from My Smile Artist last for years. Each treatment will have a different specific timeline, but most last at least ten years before needing an upgrade or replacement.

To make your restorations last longer, be sure to regularly brush and floss your teeth, maintaining pristine dental hygiene. You should also visit your dentist regularly for professional cleanings. These measures will prevent plaque from building up and degrading your restorations.

What sedation options are available?

We offer three kinds of sedation to cater to patients with a variety of needs:

Light: For patients who have mild sensitivity to dental work or struggle with feeling nervous, we can help you relax using nitrous oxide. Laughing gas leaves you awake but feeling calm.

Medium: Patients who need something a little deeper to help them manage more serious dental anxiety can benefit from oral conscious sedation. Oral sedation involves taking a pill before an appointment, and it can make patients drowsy and relaxed.

Deep: If a patient’s anxiety is especially acute, we will offer IV sedation. While this type of sedation leaves the patient conscious, they often fall asleep because they are so relaxed.

Call Us Today to Schedule your Cosmetic Dentistry Smile Makeover

If you’re interested in cosmetic dentistry to transform your smile, call us to schedule an appointment, or submit our online form to request a complimentary digital smile makeover.

Try Smile Virtual Today

Smile Virtual offers busy patients a convenient, time-saving way to receive dental advice without the need for in-person visits. By analyzing submitted photographs with a discerning eye, Dr. Imam pinpoints issues and can recommend treatment plans. For a more comprehensive oral health diagnosis and thorough treatment plan, we invite you to come to our office for x-rays and a closer in-person exam.

Upload a close-up photo of your smile. Share any concerns or desires you have regarding your teeth.
Dr. Imam will send you a customized video addressing your cosmetic dentistry questions and concerns. This video will also contain your personalized recommendations.
Once you’ve reviewed your recommendations, schedule an in-person visit with Dr. Imam at My Smile Artist.