At a Glance
- Service: Cosmetic dentistry, including professional teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, and Invisalign clear aligners
- Serving: Centerville, Rosebud, and households along the Centerville Highway (124) corridor
- Office hours: Mon-Tue 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Wed 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Thu 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Fri 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM (one Friday per month)
- New patients: Yes, currently accepting cosmetic consultations
- Why patients choose us: 16+ years following long-term outcomes of cosmetic cases placed at this office
Not every cosmetic complaint needs the same treatment, and pretending otherwise wastes your time and money. So here is a direct answer to the question Centerville patients ask first: which cosmetic treatment matches my actual problem? Read the next four sections and you will know which path makes sense for what you want to change.
When Whitening Is the Answer
If your teeth are healthy, properly shaped, and reasonably aligned but yellowed or stained from coffee, tea, red wine, or simple aging, whitening is the right tool. Professional whitening lifts staining that store-bought strips cannot reach, in either a single in-office visit or take-home trays you wear for two weeks. Patients who only want a brighter version of their existing smile spend significantly less and get results faster than with any other cosmetic option.
Whitening is a poor fit if your complaints involve shape, chips, gaps, or alignment. Bleaching a crooked tooth produces a brighter crooked tooth.
When Veneers Make Sense
Veneers cover problems whitening cannot fix: chipped edges, uneven shape, small gaps between front teeth, stains too deep for bleaching, or a smile that looks crooked despite reasonably straight underlying teeth. The trade-off is real: veneer placement removes a thin layer of enamel that does not grow back. That permanence means veneers need maintaining or replacing for life.
Good candidates have healthy teeth and gums, want a defined change in shape or color or both, and accept the long-term commitment. Most patients start with one or two veneers on the most visible teeth rather than a full set; the consultation maps which approach fits your face.
Meet Your Dentist
Dr. Erin Pickwick has practiced dentistry in Gwinnett for over 15 years, all of them at the Grayson office her mother Dr. Kathy Huber founded in 1982. That tenure matters specifically for cosmetic work because she sees the long-term outcomes of treatments she placed years ago, and that experience informs current recommendations. Patients who started as kids in her mother's chair now return for cosmetic work as adults. Few cosmetic dentists in the region can match that range of follow-up data on their own cases.
Getting to Us from Centerville
From the Centerville Highway (124) area, head north via Rosebud Road toward Grayson, then pick up Grayson Highway toward Lawrenceville. The office sits at 2023 Grayson Hwy, Suite 203, a route that skips the Snellville retail corridor entirely. Households closer to the Snellville line can run Grayson Parkway instead and arrive from the opposite direction. Call (678) 336-1983 to start with a no-pressure consultation.
When Invisalign Solves It
Crowding, mild crookedness, gaps, or relapse from teen-era braces respond best to Invisalign clear aligners. The treatment shifts teeth into position over 12 to 18 months for typical adult cases, longer for complex bite work. Adults choose Invisalign over traditional metal brackets for the look and the lifestyle: trays come out for meals, which means no food restrictions and easier cleaning.
Severe orthodontic cases get referred to an orthodontist. We don't place metal-bracket appliances. The consultation tells you honestly if your case fits the aligner approach or belongs with a specialist.
Who Should Wait or Skip Cosmetic Work
Active gum disease or untreated decay rules out cosmetic work until those issues resolve, since porcelain and aligners cannot fix problems underneath them. Significant grinding requires a night guard and bite analysis before veneers, because grinding shortens veneer lifespan dramatically. If your complaint is small enough that nobody else notices, sometimes the honest answer is that no treatment is the right answer. Dr. Pickwick will tell you so, and she has.
During and After Cosmetic Treatment
Treatment appointments stay calmer than most patients expect. Numbing comes first for veneer prep, the team explains each step before performing it, and sedation is available for longer procedures. Whitening visits feel like extended cleanings. Invisalign sessions are brief check-ins between trays. Aftercare instructions go home with you in writing, along with a direct number for questions if soreness lasts longer than expected. Most adult patients return to normal eating within a day or two of any cosmetic procedure.
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Centerville Patient Questions
I'm in my mid-60s. Is there an age past which veneers stop making sense?
A: No firm age limit applies. What matters is the health of your underlying teeth and gums. Plenty of patients in their 60s and 70s have successful veneer cases, especially when paired with whitening to refresh the overall smile. The consultation evaluates your specific candidacy rather than your birthday.
My teeth are healthy but I've never liked how they look. Am I really a cosmetic candidate?
A: Healthy teeth with aesthetic complaints describe the cleanest cosmetic candidates we see. The lack of underlying problems means treatment focuses entirely on the look you want, and outcomes hold up longer. Bring photos of smiles you like to the consultation; the visual reference helps the planning conversation.
My teenager wants whitening. Is professional whitening safe at her age?
A: Generally yes, once permanent teeth have fully erupted (usually mid-teens). Adolescent whitening uses milder concentrations and shorter wear times than adult treatment. Bring her to the consultation and we evaluate if her enamel is ready and discuss expectations. Drugstore whitening strips on developing teeth often cause more sensitivity than supervised treatment.
Can I have cosmetic work if I have a few small cavities?
A: The cavities get treated first. Restoring decay before cosmetic work means the veneers, whitening, or aligners go onto a stable foundation. We sequence both into one treatment plan, so the cosmetic timeline includes any needed restorative work upfront. Bringing both into the same plan often saves visits.
I grind my teeth at night. Does that rule out veneers?
A: Not necessarily, but it changes the plan. Grinding shortens veneer lifespan significantly, sometimes in half. If you grind, the plan includes a custom night guard worn over the veneers nightly. Some severe grinding cases benefit from bite correction first and cosmetic work afterward. The consultation reviews wear patterns on your teeth to assess the impact.
Heritage Family Dentistry
2023 Grayson Hwy, Suite 203, Grayson, GA 30017
(678) 336-1983
https://graysonheritagedental.com/areas-we-serve/dentist-in-centerville/
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New Patient Specials
New Patient Comprehensive Dental Exam
$159
No insurance? We offer a $159 Comprehensive New Patient Exam and X-Rays.
New patients only. Cannot be combined with insurance.
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The Heritage Family Dentistry Membership Plan
With our membership plan, you can receive the quality care you need at a discounted price. Both monthly and annual payment plans are available.
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Our Grayson Dental Practice Location
Office Hours:
Monday - Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
(one Friday per month)
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed